David Brunsdon - Your TV, My Exit Node - Inside the Residential Proxy Economy

Discover the hidden dangers of residential proxies and their impact on cybersecurity. In this episode, we dive into the world of residential proxies with expert David Brunsdon from Infoblox. Learn how these proxies operate, the risks they pose to organizations, and why understanding them is crucial for your cybersecurity strategy. Key takeaways: * What are residential proxies and how do they differ from VPNs? * The role of DNS in identifying malicious activity. * Real-world examples of residential proxies in action. * How to protect your organization from proxy-related threats. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:45 Meet David Brunsdon 01:14 Understanding residential proxies 02:30 The importance of DNS in threat research 04:06 The risks of residential proxies 05:20 How residential proxies are used in ad fraud 09:05 The Kimwolf botnet case study 11:33 Key takeaways for organizations What's your biggest challenge with understanding residential proxies? Drop it in the comments! JOIN US AT BSIDES VANCOUVER ISLAND 2026 BSides Vancouver Island is a community-driven, grassroots cybersecurity conference bringing together security practitioners, researchers, students, and technology enthusiasts to learn, connect, and share knowledge. Friday, September 25, 2026 Victoria Conference Centre — Victoria, BC This year marks our fifth anniversary*, with *two talk tracks for the first time. 🎟️ Tickets and conference details: https://bsidesvi.com Subscribe for more insights on cybersecurity and stay updated on our upcoming events. #Cybersecurity #ResidentialProxies #BsideVI