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Google’s Monopoly: The Debate Heats Up, Amazon Alexa Privacy Tips Aug 26, 2024

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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 Inefficiency of People-Search Removal Tools, Massive Data Breach Impacting U.S. Citizens Aug 19, 2024

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In episode 342, we discuss the effectiveness of people-search removal tools like DeleteMe and Reputation Defender, based on a study by Consumer Reports. We also cover how almost every American's social security number has potentially been stolen by hackers and shared on the dark web. Scott and Tom talk about the importance of protecting your personal information and methods to do so, including manually removing data and placing credit freezes. Plus, we touch on Canada's privacy laws and wrap up with our Aware Much segment. Stay safe, stay secure, and stay private!

Exploring Cybersecurity Trends at Black Hat 2024 with Shourya Pratap Singh from SquareX Aug 12, 2024

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Join us for this special live edition of the Shared Security Podcast, recorded in scorching Las Vegas at Black Hat 2024. Host Tom Eston is joined by Shourya Pratap Singh, Principal Software Engineer at SquareX. They discuss highlights from Black Hat 2024, emerging themes in cybersecurity such as AI-based threats, compliance, and cloud security. The conversation also covers the DEF CON talk given by Vivek and Shourya on Last Mile Reassembly Attacks, which exposes a critical flaw in Secure Web Gateways (SWGs) and introduces an open-source toolkit for Red Teams.

The Great CrowdStrike Crash, AI’s Role in Employee Smiles Aug 05, 2024

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In episode 341, we cover the unprecedented global IT outage caused by a CrowdStrike update crash, affecting 8.5 million Windows machines. We discuss whether it's the largest outage in history and delve into the intricacies of internet accessibility and responses from key stakeholders like Microsoft. Also, in our Aware Much segment, we explore Japan's AI system, Mr. Smile, designed to standardize employee smiles, and its implications on employee monitoring. Plus, we welcome back Kevin and give a special shout-out to our latest Patreon supporter.

How SquareX is Redefining Web Security: An In-Depth Discussion with Chief Architect Jeswin Mathai Aug 01, 2024

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In this episode, Tom Eston hosts Jeswin Mathai, Chief Architect at SquareX. This episode is part two of a series featuring SquareX, and Jeswin takes a deeper look into their cybersecurity solutions. Jeswin shares his extensive experience in the field and details how SquareX offers innovative protections at the browser level to guard against phishing attacks and other online threats. Learn about their unique approach by monitoring user activity in a privacy-safe manner and leveraging the power of modern browsers and device capabilities. Jeswin also discusses the limitations of traditional antivirus and secure web gateway solutions compared to SquareX's comprehensive visibility and action capabilities. Don't miss the live demonstration and insights on handling ransomware scenarios and deployment strategies for businesses of all sizes. The episode concludes with a sneak peek of what Jeswin and Vivek will be presenting at the upcoming DEF CON hacking conference. Thank you to SquareX for sponsoring this episode! Find out more about SquareX at https://sqrx.com/

Deepfakes, AI, and the Future of Cybersecurity: Insights from Dan DeCloss of PlexTrac Jul 29, 2024

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In this episode, host Tom Eston welcomes Dan DeCloss, founder and CTO of PlexTrac. They exchange insights about their history at Veracode and explore Dan's journey in cybersecurity. Dan shares his experience in penetration testing, the origins of PlexTrac, and the need to streamline reporting processes. The conversation also covers the state of the cybersecurity industry, the impact of generative AI, and future challenges such as deepfake technology. Dan touches upon the evolution of attackers and the role of both AI and human elements. The episode wraps up with thoughts on the younger generation's approach to discerning information in a tech-driven world.

Massive AT&T Data Breach Impact, Meta’s Privacy Policy Updates Jul 22, 2024

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In episode 339, hosts Tom Eston and Scott Wright discuss the massive AT&T data breach affecting 110 million customers, which is larger than a previous breach from March affecting 73 million customers. They also talk about the importance of reading privacy policies on sites like Facebook and Instagram, as these platforms may use user data to train AI models. Additionally, they explore the implications of third-party cloud platform breaches, specifically mentioning the Snowflake incident. The 'Aware Much?' segment highlights evolving privacy policies, with Meta's revised policy allowing user data for AI development being under scrutiny. The episode concludes with a mention of the importance of GDPR and other data protection regulations and a nod to their Patreon supporters.

Authy Breach: What It Means for You, RockYou 2024 Password Leak Jul 15, 2024

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In episode 338, we discuss the recent breach of the two-factor authentication provider Authy and its implications for users. We also explore a massive password list leak titled 'Rock You 2024' that has surfaced online. Find out why this file may not be as significant as it seems and the importance of avoiding password reuse. Stay tuned for our 'Aware Much?' segment with Scott Wright, featuring insights on credential stuffing and practical password management tips.

Critical SSH Vulnerability, Facial Recognition Flaws, How to Safely Dispose of Old Devices Jul 08, 2024

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In episode 337, we cover “broken” news about the new SSH vulnerability 'regreSSHion' highlighting the vulnerability discovered in the OpenSSH protocol by Qualys and its implications. We then discuss the Detroit Police Department's new guidelines on facial recognition technology following a lawsuit over a wrongful arrest due to misidentification, shedding light on the broader issues with such technologies, especially their impact on minorities. Lastly, in the 'Aware Much' segment, Scott shares essential tips on securely wiping personal data from old PCs, laptops, smartphones, and other electronic devices before selling or disposing of them. Join us as we welcome back co-hosts Kevin Johnson from Portugal and Scott recording from his car!

The U.S. Bans Kaspersky Antivirus, WordPress Plugin Supply Chain Attacks Jul 01, 2024

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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.

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