In this episode of the Shared Security Podcast, we discuss the concerning issue of victim-blaming in cybersecurity with special guest, Andra Zaharia, host of the Cyber Empathy and We Think We Know podcasts. Key topics include the societal issues...
In this episode, host Tom Eston provides a detailed explanation of the ‘Stolen Device Protection’ for iPhones – a new security feature by Apple. This feature triggers enhanced security factors such as Face ID, Touch ID, and an hour...
In Episode 313, hosts Tom and Scott discuss the world of scambaiting, discussing what it is, the tactics used, and its effectiveness in stopping scammers. They talk about popular channels like Scammer Payback and Kitboga that show these scams in...
In episode 312, Tom and Scott discuss the implications of a new law in Ohio that may require parental consent for children under 16 using social media, including the pros and cons of this legislation. They also discuss Meta’s new link history...
In this episode, we discuss the most sophisticated iPhone exploit ever, Google’s agreement to settle a $5 billion lawsuit about tracking users in ‘incognito’ mode, and a new iOS app, Journal. The iPhone exploit, known as Operation...
In this episode, host Tom Eston shares the three key lessons he’s learned over his 18-year career in cybersecurity: effective communication, continuous learning, and empathy. He talks about the importance of understanding and reaching both...
In our last episode of the year, we replay our predictions for 2023 reviewing what we got right and what we didn’t. We cover various topics, such as Twitter’s influence, the future of Mastodon, the ban of TikTok in certain states, and...
In episode 308, we discuss the often overlooked topic of password management for the elderly. Addressing the commonly held belief that writing down passwords is a bad idea, we discuss the nuances and context of this practice. Elderly individuals who...
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...
In this episode, noteworthy guest Tanya Janca returns to discuss her recent ventures and her vision for the future of Application Security. She reflects on the significant changes she has observed since her career at Microsoft, before discussing her...