The Password Reuse Problem, US Government IoT Recommendations, Smart Lock Security Disaster

Posted on December 16, 2019December 14, 2019 by Tom Eston

In episode 99: Password reuse is still a very large problem, US government recommendations for securing Internet of Things devices, and yet another smart lock device security disaster. ** Show notes and links mentioned on the show ** Password reuse continues to be a major problem https://www.microsoft.com/securityinsights/Identity https://resources.hypr.com/top-recommendations/password-usage-study https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/man-hacks-ring-camera-8-year-old-girl-s-bedroom-n1100586 US government recommendations for securing Internet Read more about The Password Reuse Problem, US Government IoT Recommendations, Smart Lock Security Disaster[…]

Capital One Data Breach, Equifax Settlement Payouts, Nextdoor App Scams

Posted on August 5, 2019August 3, 2019 by Tom Eston

This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for August 5th 2019 with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: everything you need to know about the Capital One data breach, changes in the payouts from the Equifax settlement, and Nextdoor app scams. If you happen to be in the cybersecurity industry this week is Read more about Capital One Data Breach, Equifax Settlement Payouts, Nextdoor App Scams[…]

Equifax Settlement, Android Video File Exploit, Encryption Backdoors

Posted on July 29, 2019July 27, 2019 by Tom Eston

This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for July 29th 2019 with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: Details on the Equifax breach settlement, why your Android phone could be exploited by simply watching a video file, and encryption backdoors being requested by world-wide governments. Can you believe that its almost August and Read more about Equifax Settlement, Android Video File Exploit, Encryption Backdoors[…]

FaceApp, Facebook's $5B fine, Amazon Brushing Scams

FaceApp Privacy Panic, Facebook’s 5 Billion Dollar Fine, Amazon Brushing Scams

Posted on July 22, 2019July 21, 2019 by Tom Eston

This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for July 22nd 2019 with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: The FaceApp privacy panic, Facebook’s 5 billion dollar fine from the FTC, and what you need to know about two new types of Amazon scams. Traveling internationally this summer? If so, make sure you protect Read more about FaceApp Privacy Panic, Facebook’s 5 Billion Dollar Fine, Amazon Brushing Scams[…]

The US Customs and Border Protection Agency Data Breach

US Customs and Border Protection Data Breach, Sign in with Apple, Leaked Facebook Emails

Posted on June 17, 2019June 13, 2019 by Tom Eston

This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for June 17th 2019 with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: the US Customs and Border Protection data breach, the new sign in with Apple button, and more leaked Facebook emails. Protect your digital privacy with Silent Pocket’s product line of patented Faraday bags, phone cases, Read more about US Customs and Border Protection Data Breach, Sign in with Apple, Leaked Facebook Emails[…]

The Lack of US Privacy Regulations, Nest Camera’s Hijacked

Posted on January 28, 2019March 14, 2019 by Tom Eston

This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for January 28th 2019 with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: Where are the US federal privacy regulations and details on Nest camera’s being hijacked in credential stuffing attacks. Silent Pocket is a proud sponsor of the Shared Security Podcast! Silent Pocket offers a patented Faraday Read more about The Lack of US Privacy Regulations, Nest Camera’s Hijacked[…]

The Shared Security Weekly Blaze – Malicious Healthcare Workers, New Attacks on Mobile Networks, Facebook Messenger for Kids

Posted on March 12, 2018March 10, 2018 by Tom Eston

This is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for March 12, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions. This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for March 12th 2018…with your host…Tom Eston In this week’s episode: Malicious Healthcare Workers, New Attacks Read more about The Shared Security Weekly Blaze – Malicious Healthcare Workers, New Attacks on Mobile Networks, Facebook Messenger for Kids[…]

The Shared Security Podcast Episode 59 – Amazon Echo, Wifi Router Security, EFF Privacy Badger

Posted on January 13, 2017 by Tom Eston

This is the 59th episode of the Shared Security Podcast sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions. This episode was hosted by Tom Eston and Scott Wright recorded January 11, 2017 (Happy New Year!). Below are the show notes, commentary, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Amazon Read more about The Shared Security Podcast Episode 59 – Amazon Echo, Wifi Router Security, EFF Privacy Badger[…]

Social Media Security Podcast 16 – Diaspora News, FTC and Twitter, Twitter XSS, Facebook App Permissions

Posted on July 5, 2010June 12, 2019 by Tom Eston

This is the 16th episode of the Social Media Security Podcast recorded July 2, 2010. This episode was hosted by Tom Eston and Scott Wright. Below are the show notes, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Quick update on Diaspora (pronounced Di-as-para). Here is a video update as well. FTC nails Twitter Read more about Social Media Security Podcast 16 – Diaspora News, FTC and Twitter, Twitter XSS, Facebook App Permissions[…]