This week on The Awareness Angle, we dive into the latest cybersecurity themes, evolving risks, and fresh insights shaping the industry:
💡 Cyber Awareness Matters – As threats evolve, so must our approach. We explore why traditional training isn’t enough and how a 70% drop in phishing click rates shows what’s possible.
🧠 Mental Health in Cybersecurity – Burnout is real. We highlight some innovative solutions emerging to support well-being in high-pressure security roles.
🚗 Electric Vehicles & Car Hacking – The rise of connected cars opens the door to new attack vectors. Here’s what’s keeping automotive cybersecurity experts up at night.
🕵️♂️ Surveillance vs. Privacy – Government access to private data sparks debate again. We break down what’s changing and what it means for your digital rights.
🏥 Secure Healthcare Communication – Data sensitivity in healthcare isn't just about records—it’s also in the messages. We discuss why secure channels matter more than ever.
🧑🎓 The Human Side of Security – People are often the weakest link—or the strongest defence. We explore how understanding behaviour shapes better awareness programmes.
🎙️ Networking That Matters – From casual chats to panel debates, we share the value of connecting with peers at industry events (and how not to waste the opportunity).
🧒 Parental Controls in Focus – Online safety starts at home. We talk about what tools are working, and why education is just as important as tech.
🛠️ Rethinking Tools & Practices – Not every “best practice” still holds up. We dig into why it’s time to re-evaluate old habits in the face of new threats.
🤖 AI Expectations in Business – From chatbots to decision-making tools, AI is becoming the norm—but is security keeping up?
Whether you're into cybersecurity awareness, human risk, privacy, or just trying to stay safe online, this episode is packed with real-world stories and practical takeaways.
🕒 Timestamps
00:00 Episode Introduction
01:44 WinRAR Vulnerability
05:11 Kellogg & Clop Ransomware
09:04 Europcar GitLab Breach
14:54 Nissan Leaf Hack
23:41 TikTok Ban Delayed
24:55 GCHQ Spyware Warning
27:01 Apple vs UK Government
27:51 Oracle Data Breach Confirmed
30:15 Royal Mail Breach: No Update
30:53 Cyber Security Show Recap
33:19 Zensory & NeuroCyber
40:29 Lance Spitzner’s LinkedIn Post
46:06 AI Avatar in Court
50:07 Shopify’s AI Memo
53:58 Maddy Moate & Parental Controls
57:24 NHS Text Message Confusion
01:04:22 Outro
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📙 About The Awareness Angle
A CYBERSECURITY PODCAST where we talk about SECURITY AWARENESS and security education. We are professionals in HUMAN RISK and Information Security Awareness. We know PHISHING CAMPAIGNS, we know PHISH. We have done annual SECURITY TRAINING. We have sent NEWSLETTERS and made videos. We have created security awareness CULTURE STUDIES and are passionate about HUMAN BEHAVIOURS. Whether you're a CYBER Security Awareness professional or simply curious about HUMAN RISK, this podcast is your go-to resource for fresh perspectives and creative solutions.
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