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Shared Security Podcast

Tom Eston, Scott Wright, Kevin Tackett

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Frequency: 1 episode/11d. Total Eps: 567

Shared Security is the the longest-running cybersecurity and privacy podcast where industry veterans Tom Eston, Scott Wright, and Kevin Tackett break down the week’s security WTF moments, privacy fails, human mistakes, and “why is this still a problem?” stories — with humor, honesty, and hard-earned real-world experience. Whether you’re a security pro, a privacy advocate, or just here to hear Kevin yell about vendor nonsense, this podcast delivers insights you’ll actually use — and laughs you probably need. Real security talk from people who’ve lived it.

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http://eepurl.com/dwcc8D
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https://www.thesecuredad.com/
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https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js
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https://twitter.com/SharedSec
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https://twitter.com/agent0x0
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https://www.youtube.com/c/SharedSecurityPodcast
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https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg9CCDIYkDDqwEZ3UYaxjnA
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Telegram is NOT an Encrypted Messaging App, Must-See Documentaries

lundi 2 septembre 2024 • Duration 22:21

In this episode, we explore the recent arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov in France and discuss the app's encryption claims. Is Telegram truly an encrypted messaging app? Joining the conversation is co-host Kevin Johnson, bringing his trademark opinions. We also talk about some intriguing documentaries, including 'LulaRich' about the LuLaRoe leggings company and 'Class Action Park' about a dangerous theme park in New Jersey. Tune in to hear our thoughts on these topics and more!

Google’s Monopoly: The Debate Heats Up, Amazon Alexa Privacy Tips

lundi 26 août 2024 • Duration 24:57

This week, we discuss Google's recent accusation by the U.S. Justice Department for being a monopoly and its implications for privacy and cybersecurity. We also cover essential privacy settings for Alexa smart speakers and their importance. Join the hosts, Tom, Kevin, and Scott, for an engaging conversation on these topics, along with a segment from ClickArmor on cybersecurity training. Plus, a recap of the Black Hat and B Sides Las Vegas conferences.

The U.S. Bans Kaspersky Antivirus, WordPress Plugin Supply Chain Attacks

lundi 1 juillet 2024 • Duration 15:44

In episode 336 of the Shared Security Podcast, we discuss the Biden administration's recent ban on Kaspersky antivirus software in the U.S. due to security concerns linked to its Russian origins. We also highlight the importance of keeping all software updated, using recent examples of supply chain attacks that have compromised several popular WordPress plugins. Join hosts Tom Eston and Scott Wright as they examine these key cybersecurity issues and emphasize proactive security measures. Plus, find out why co-host Kevin Johnson is missing this week and get the latest updates from Aware Much, sponsored by ClickArmor.

Attack of the Wi-Fi Spy Drones, How to Destroy Your Old Electronics, Signal Removes SMS Support

lundi 24 octobre 2022 • Duration 19:01

Two modified wi-fi enabled drones were found on the top of a financial firm's building and used to intercept a employee's credentials, a fun discussion about the best way to physically destroy data on electronics that no longer work, and details about Signal removing SMS support for Android users.

Uber Breach Guilty Verdict, Mandatory Password Expiration, Fake Executive Profiles on LinkedIn

lundi 17 octobre 2022 • Duration 20:58

Former Uber CSO Joe Sullivan was found guilty of obstructing a federal investigation in connection with the attempted cover-up of a 2016 hack at Uber, NIST and Microsoft say that mandatory password expiration is no longer needed but many organizations are still doing it, and how fake executive profiles are becoming a huge problem for LinkedIn.

Hackers Need 5 Hours or Less to Break In, SMS Phishing Tactics, Strange Ways Employees Expose Data

lundi 10 octobre 2022 • Duration 24:11

A recent survey of ethical hackers by Bishop Fox and SANS shows that once a vulnerability or weakness is found about 58% of ethical hackers can break into an environment in less than five hours, SMS phishing and text message scams appear to be changing tactics taking a more "urgent" tone, and a discussion about strange ways employees can accidentally expose data.

What are Passkeys, PowerPoint Mouseover Attack, 2K Games Support Hacked

lundi 3 octobre 2022 • Duration 21:26

Passkeys are coming soon to Apple iOS 16 so what are passkeys and why are they an eventual replacement for passwords? Researchers have discovered a new attack that uses mouse movement in Microsoft PowerPoint to deploy malware, and details on how the 2K Games help desk support platform was compromised to push malware through fake support tickets.

Uber Hacked by 18 Year Old, Morgan Stanley Hard Drives Got Auctioned, Deleting Your Data is Hard

lundi 26 septembre 2022 • Duration 20:10

Uber got hacked by an 18 year old using social engineering and a multi-factor authentication fatigue attack, Morgan Stanley has been auctioning off hard drives holding sensitive client data since 2015, and why is it so hard for social networks to remove personal data when deleting your user account.

Facebook Doesn’t Know Where Your Data Is, New Hire Spearmishing Attack, Smart Thermostat Lock Out

lundi 19 septembre 2022 • Duration 20:27

In recent court testimony two Facebook engineers were asked what information, precisely, does Facebook store about us, and where is it? Surprisingly they said, they don't know. Details on how brand new employees of companies are being "spearmished" (hat tip to @ErinInfosec and @RachelTobac via Twitter), and how thousands of Colorado residents found themselves locked out of their smart thermostats to help prevent the power grid from failing.

TikTok Denies Data Breach, Los Angeles School District Ransomware Attack, Fingerprint Scanners in School Bathrooms

lundi 12 septembre 2022 • Duration 25:43

TikTok has denied reports that it was breached by a hacking group, after it claimed they have gained access to over 2 billion user records, the Los Angeles school district, the second-largest in the US, suffered a ransomware attack, and details on how one high school in Sydney Australia installed fingerprint scanners at the entrance to bathrooms to track student movements and prevent vandalism.