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Cybersecurity Today: Microsoft Office 2024, Data Breach, CrowdStrike Fallout, & Ford's Privacy Concerns

In this episode of Cybersecurity Today with your host Jim Love, we discuss Microsoft's decision to disable ActiveX controls by default in Office 2024 to enhance security, the data breach at SlimCD affecting 1.7 million credit card owners, CrowdStrike's ongoing response to the July IT disruption, and privacy concerns over Ford's new patent application for in-car conversation monitoring. Learn about the implications and what these developments mean for IT professionals and end-users.

00:00 Introduction and Headlines
00:24 Microsoft Office 2024 Security Changes
01:50 Major Data Breach at SlimCD<...

Massive Healthcare Data Breach, Google's Move to Rust, and New Sextortion Scams - Cybersecurity Today

In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, hosted by Jim Love, we discuss a major healthcare data breach at Confident Health where 5.3 terabytes of sensitive mental health data were exposed due to a misconfigured server. Google advocates for replacing legacy C and C++ code with Rust for better security and productivity. We also explore the disturbing new trend in sextortion scams that now include photos of victims' homes to enhance threats, and the importance of addressing such scams in corporate security programs.

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Toronto School Board Hack & Cybersecurity Best Practices: Expert Panel Discussion

Welcome to the weekend edition of Cybersecurity Today, hosted by Jim Love! Join our expert panel featuring Terry Cutler from Cyology Labs, David Shipley of Beauceron Security, and special guest Daina Proctor from IBM Security Services Canada. This episode dives into recent cybersecurity stories including a major data breach at the Toronto District School Board and continued fallout from the MoveIT software hack. Our experts discuss the importance of robust security measures, the cultural shift needed in organizations to handle cyber threats, and the increasing role of...

AI Summer Recap: OpenAI's GPT 5, GPT Next, and Beyond

Join host Jim Love as he navigates through the major AI and cybersecurity stories that dominated summer 2023. From CrowdStrike's impact on Windows security to OpenAI's tantalizing announcements of GPT 4.0 Omni and the anticipated GPT Next, this episode reflects on the giant strides in AI technology. Understand the strategic buzz created by OpenAI, the unrecognized achievements by Google, and the intricate gossip surrounding futuristic AI models like QSTAR and Strawberry. This comprehensive recap highlights why the advancements in AI could significantly shape business processes and technological systems in the...

Is Your Phone Spying on You? D Link Vulnerabilities & Government Data Requests

In this episode of Cyber Security Today, host Jim Love discusses critical remote code execution vulnerabilities in D Link routers, impacting their discontinued DIR 846 series. These flaws, including CVE 2024 44341 and CVE 2024 44342, pose significant risks, prompting D Link to recommend users replace outdated devices. The episode also examines the considerable amount of data governments gather from big tech companies, with a study by Surfshark highlighting the increasing user data requests. Lastly, Jim covers a report from 404 Media that reveals Facebook's partner, Cox Media Group, using smartphone...

 

In this episode of Cyber Security Today, host Jim Love delves into recent data breaches affecting the Toronto District School Board, Texas Dow Employees Credit Union, and the city of Columbus. Discover details on the ransomware attacks, the compromised data, and the implications for the victims involved. Additionally, explore critical questions raised about cybersecurity practices and the handling of whistleblowers. Tune in for an in-depth analysis of these significant cybersecurity incidents.

00:00 Introduction and Headlines
00:22 Toronto District School Board Data Breach
01:32 MoveIT Breach: A Continuing Saga
03:19 City of Columbus Ransomware Attack
05:04 Whistleblower C...

Welcome to a special weekend edition of Cyber Security Today! In this long weekend episode, we delve into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on various sectors, particularly as organizations ramp up their plans for the upcoming year. Join our host Jim Love and a distinguished panel of experts: Evgeny Koloda, Marcel Gagne, John Pinard, and Nicole Bendrich, as they explore the current state of AI, its promises, practical implementations, and the cybersecurity challenges associated with it. Discover valuable takeaways on developing an effective AI strategy and understanding the multi-modal advancements poised to revolutionize industries.

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In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love dives into the alarming rise of deepfake scams, highlighting how threat actors are using AI-generated videos to lure victims into fraudulent schemes. A notable campaign involves deepfake videos of Elon Musk promoting 'Quantum AI.' Additionally, the episode covers a sophisticated cyber attack where fake Palo Alto's Global Protect VPN is used to deploy malware. Lastly, it discusses Russia's potential threats against undersea communication cables and GPS systems, emphasizing the growing vulnerabilities in global infrastructure. Stay informed and secure with this essential update.

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00:23 Deepfake...

Critical Cyber Security Alerts: Major Vulnerabilities and Exploits Unveiled

In today's episode of Cyber Security Today, host Jim Love discusses a series of alarming cyber security incidents. Topics include a sophisticated attack exploiting a zero-day vulnerability in a popular network management platform, critical patches from SonicWall and Google addressing severe vulnerabilities, and an update on the National Public Data hack revealing deeper security issues. Learn about the latest threats and essential security measures you need to take now.

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00:22 Sophisticated Cyber Attack on ISPs
02:43 SonicWall Firewall Vulnerability
04:29 Google Chrome Zero-Day...

Cybersecurity Failures: Lawsuits, Outages, and International Threats

In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love covers a range of critical cybersecurity issues. The U.S. sues Georgia Tech for not meeting cybersecurity standards as a Pentagon contractor. A potential cyber attack disrupts operations at Seattle’s port and airport. Microsoft plans a security summit following a major global IT outage caused by CrowdStrike. The effectiveness of publicly naming and shaming countries sponsoring cyberattacks is questioned. Join us as we delve into these pressing topics and their implications for cybersecurity policy and infrastructure resilience.

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