In episode 307, Tom and Scott debunk misinformation circulating about the iOS 17 NameDrop feature by law enforcement and others on social media. Next, they discuss the potential risks of QR code scams, detailing a real-life incident where a woman lost a significant amount of money due to a QR code scam. Finally, the episode concludes with a discussion on a ransomware attack on a large US healthcare provider, examining potential repercussions and stressing the need for increased security for critical infrastructure. Co-host Scott Wright also presents an overview of the Click Armor platform, an innovative gamified security awareness training platform.
** Links mentioned on the show *
The Truth About The iPhone iOS 17 NameDrop Feature
https://www.forbes.com/sites/daveywinder/2023/11/27/law-enforcement-issues-ios-17-security-warning-over-namedrop-feature/?sh=69b860ca4182
https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone/namedrop-iphone-share-contact-info-iph1b6c664b7/ios?ftag=MSFd61514f
Thornaby: Woman targeted in ÂŁ13k railway station QR code scam
https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-tees-67335952
Ransomware attack prompts multistate hospital chain to divert some emergency room patients elsewhere
https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/other/ransomware-attack-prompts-multistate-hospital-chain-to-divert-some-emergency-room-patients-elsewhere/ar-AA1kFQVx
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