EP11 | Agentic AI Hits the Security Stack — What's Actually New

In this week’s episode of 'Cloudy with a Chance ofInsights', the hosts discuss various recent developments in the Microsoft Cloud, including the new Copilot Studio features. The conversation also touches on security vulnerabilities and the implications of the CVE program. The hosts share insights on navigating technology changes and the importance of data privacy. They explore the significance of Student Security OperationsCentres (SOCS) in bridging the skills gap in cybersecurity education. The discussion also delves into the rise of agentic AI in cybersecurity, highlighting its potential to enhance security measures and the implications of AI in the context of popular culture, particularly referencing the Matrix. CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction to Cloudy with a Chance of Insights07:20 Navigating Microsoft Support Challenges13:04 Exploring Copilot Studio's New Features17:29 CVE Program and Government Funding Drama22:23 The Importance of Student Security Operations Centres26:57 Bridging the Skills Gap in Cybersecurity Education30:53 The Rise of Agentic AI in Cybersecurity38:53 Reflections on AI and the Matrix LINKSMicrosoft Customer Digital Experienceshttps://cdx.transform.microsoft.com/The Microsoft 365 Developer Programhttps://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/dev-program Announcing new computer use in Microsoft Copilot Studiofor UI automationhttps://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-copilot/blog/copilot-studio/announcing-computer-use-microsoft-copilot-studio-ui-automation/ Introducing r1, a pocket companion that moves AI fromwords to actionhttps://www.rabbit.tech/newsroom/introducing-r1 Releasing Windows 11 Build 26100.3902 to the ReleasePreview Channelhttps://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2025/04/10/releasing-windows-11-build-26100-3902-to-the-release-preview-channel/ Uncle Sam kills funding for CVE program. Yes, that CVEprogramhttps://www.theregister.com/2025/04/16/homeland_security_funding_for_cve/Student SOCs turn college experience into careerreadinesshttps://www.microsoft.com/en-us/education/blog/2025/04/student-socs-turn-college-experience-into-career-readiness/?msockid=2db0be1eba176e053806ab29bbf76ff3 Microsoft unveils Microsoft Security Copilot agents andnew protections for AIhttps://www.microsoft.com/en-us/security/blog/2025/03/24/microsoft-unveils-microsoft-security-copilot-agents-and-new-protections-for-ai/ Counter Terrorism, Intelligence and Cybercrime (DualDegree) BSc (Hons)https://www.port.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate/bsc-hons-counter-terrorism-intelligence-cybercrime-dual-degree