The Big List of Cybersecurity Resources (News, Info, Learning)

Staying ahead in cybersecurity means constantly learning, adapting, and keeping up with the latest threats. But with so much information out there, where do you go for reliable updates and quality learning resources?

I recently asked the community where they stay informed and sharpen their skills. The response was fantastic—tons of great recommendations covering news, blogs, podcasts, YouTube channels, and more.

Here’s a compiled list based on your suggestions. If there's something missing, drop a comment and let me know!

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Cybersecurity News & Blogs

• Krebs on Security – Brian Krebs' investigative journalism on cybercrime.

• Bleeping Computer – Breaking cybersecurity news, ransomware updates.

• Dark Reading – In-depth cybersecurity analysis and news.

• Hacker News – General cybersecurity updates and industry trends.

• Threats Without Borders – Weekly cybersecurity threat intelligence.

• Threatable – Aggregated security news and trends.

• Slashdot Security – "News for Nerds" with security discussions.

• Recorded Future News – Summarized cybersecurity news.

Cybersecurity Podcasts

• Security Now – Steve Gibson & Leo Laporte’s podcast on cybersecurity topics.

• Risky Business – Cybersecurity news and industry interviews.

• Darknet Diaries – Real-world hacking stories.

• Smashing Security – Fun take on infosec news.

• CyberWire Daily – Daily cybersecurity updates.

YouTube Channels (Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking)

• NetworkChuck – IT, cybersecurity, hacking tutorials.

• The Cyber Mentor – Ethical hacking and penetration testing.

• John Hammond – Malware analysis, hacking tips.

• HackerSploit – Cybersecurity training.

• Simply Cyber – Cybersecurity job prep, SOC analyst insights.

Best Cybersecurity Twitter/X Accounts

• Brian Krebs (Twitter | Mastodon) – Cybercrime and security news.

• MalwareTech (Twitter | Mastodon) – Security research and malware analysis.

• The Grugq (@thegrugq) – OPSEC and cybersecurity insights.

• SwiftOnSecurity (@SwiftOnSecurity) – Cybersecurity humor & advice.

• Clint Gibler (@clintgibler) – Security engineering & research.

Forums & Communities

• Cybersecurity Club - Join the official Cybersecurity Club Discord for networking, connecting and learning opportunities with professionals and enthusiasts in. the Cybersecurity Community. All skill levels welcome.

• Offensive Security Forums – Pen-testing & hacking discussions.

• r/cybersecurity – Cybersecurity news & discussions.

• r/netsec – Network security-focused community.

• r/sysadmin – IT security & incident response discussions.

• r/PwnHub – Hacking news, exploits, breach reports.

• r/CyberHire – Cybersecurity job board & career discussions.

Cybersecurity Newsletters

• TL;DR Sec – Weekly security updates with actionable insights.

• Threats Without Borders – Security threats and intelligence reports.

• CISA Alerts – U.S. government cybersecurity advisories.

• Risky Business - Prepared by Catalin Cimpanu, the Risky Business News podcast is published three times a week and gives listeners a rundown on the latest cybersecurity news stories.

Cybersecurity Researchers & Journalists

• Kim Zetter – Cybersecurity and election security journalist.

• Joseph Cox – Journalist covering hacking, surveillance, cybercrime.

• Chris Bing – Security and cyber warfare journalist.

• Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai – Investigative cybersecurity journalist.

Official Government Cybersecurity Resources

• CISA (Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency) – Official alerts & best practices.

• NIST Cybersecurity Framework – Guidelines and security standards.

• MITRE ATT&CK – Adversarial tactics & techniques framework.

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Cybersecurity is an ever-evolving field, and staying informed is half the battle. Whether you’re tracking the latest threats, diving into ethical hacking, or just looking for a good cybersecurity podcast, this list should give you a solid starting point.

That said, no list is ever truly complete. If you have a go-to resource that isn’t mentioned here, let me know! I’d love to keep this list growing with the best recommendations from the community.

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