Episode 44 — Endpoint Security II: Application Control and Sandboxing
The most effective security often focuses on what is allowed, not just what is blocked. This episode explains how application control enforces that principle by restricting which programs can run and how they can behave. You’ll learn about whitelisting, blacklisting, and reputation-based models, as well as how code signing and certificate validation help maintain trust. The conversation also explores sandboxing—isolating processes or applications so even if one fails, it can’t compromise the host. Together, these techniques define a proactive approach to endpoint defense.
Listeners will explore real examples like Windows AppLocker, macOS Gatekeeper, and Linux namespaces, all illustrating different ways to contain execution risk. We discuss challenges such as balancing usability with enforcement, handling updates, and integrating application policies into larger configuration management systems. The episode emphasizes that application control isn’t just a compliance checkbox—it’s a strategy that limits attack surface and strengthens incident containment. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com, where you’ll find more cyber audio courses, books, and information to strengthen your educational path. Also, if you want to stay up to date with the latest news, visit DailyCyber.News for a newsletter you can use, and a daily podcast you can commute with.
