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Shared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastWhy Networking Is Your Secret Weapon in Cybersecurity Job HuntingIn this episode, Tom Eston discusses the unique challenges in the current cybersecurity job market, emphasizing the importance of networking. Tom provides practical tips on how to enhance networking skills, such as attending conferences, volunteering for open source projects, creating a blog, and seeking mentors. He also addresses misconceptions about the job shortage in cybersecurity and encourages listeners to start building their professional networks early. Tune in for valuable insights to help you advance your cybersecurity career. ** Links mentioned on the show ** Connect with Tom on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomeston/
2025-12-2212 minShared Security
Shared SecurityWhy Networking Is Your Secret Weapon in Cybersecurity Job HuntingIn this episode, Tom Eston discusses the unique challenges in the current cybersecurity job market, emphasizing the importance of networking. Tom provides practical tips on how to enhance networking skills, such as attending conferences, volunteering for open source projects, creating a blog, and seeking mentors. He also addresses misconceptions about the job shortage in cybersecurity and encourages listeners to start building their professional networks early. Tune in for valuable insights to help you advance your cybersecurity career. Show notes: https://sharedsecurity.net/2025/12/22/why-networking-is-your-secret-weapon-in-cybersecurity-job-hunting/
2025-12-2212 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastSo You Want to Be a CISO? With vCISO and Security Justice Alum Chris ClymerIn this special episode of the Shared Security Podcast, host Tom Eston reunites with former co-host and experienced fractional CISO, Chris Clymer. They reminisce about their early podcasting days and discuss the evolving role of a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). The conversation covers the responsibilities, challenges, and skills required to be a successful CISO, including technical and soft skills, business acumen, and people management. Chris shares his journey, the concept of a fractional CISO, and offers valuable advice for those aspiring to enter the CISO role. Tune in for a mix of nostalgia, real-world advice, and mentorship on...
2025-12-0131 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastSecure Your iPhone: Exploring Stolen Device ProtectionIn 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-long security delay for critical actions when the phone is away from familiar locations. Tom also provides guidance on how to enable and disable this feature on iOS 17.3. Lastly, he advises viewers to disable the feature, and erase and reset the iPhone when they decide to sell, give away, or trade their device. ** Links mentioned on the show * Turn o...
2024-01-2905 minShared Security
Shared SecuritySecure Your iPhone: Exploring Stolen Device ProtectionIn 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-long security delay for critical actions when the phone is away from familiar locations. Tom also provides guidance on how to enable and disable this feature on iOS 17.3. Lastly, he advises viewers to disable the feature, and erase and reset the iPhone when they decide to sell, give away, or trade their device. Show notes: https://sharedsecurity.net/2024/01/29...
2024-01-2905 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastHow to Stop Online Tracking: 3 New WaysIn this episode host Tom Eston discusses one of the biggest privacy concerns people have today, online tracking by companies and advertisers. Tom will cover the following topics, tips, and new techniques to help you stop being tracked: Why should we be concerned about online tracking? How to enable and configure the privacy settings in your web browser How your smartphone has privacy settings to block online tracking Using a privacy focused search engine ** Links mentioned on the show * Apple’s Stunning iOS 14 Privacy Move: A Game-Changer For All iPhone Us...
2023-01-0207 minShared Security
Shared SecurityHow to Stop Online Tracking: 3 New WaysIn this episode Tom Eston discusses one of the biggest privacy concerns people have today, online tracking by companies and advertisers. Tom will cover the following topics, tips, and new techniques to help you stop being tracked: Why should we be concerned about online tracking? How to enable and configure the privacy settings in your web browser How your smartphone has privacy settings to block online tracking Using a privacy focused search engine Show notes: https://sharedsecurity.net/2023/01/02/how-to-stop-online-tracking-3-new-ways/
2023-01-0207 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastClubhouse App and Your PrivacyEveryone is talking about the Clubhouse app but what should you be concerned about from a privacy perspective? In our February monthly show, Tom and Scott discuss what all the hype is about and what you need to know if you happen to receive a Clubhouse invite! ** Links mentioned on the show ** Join Clubhouse! Umm, What is Clubhouse? https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/20/at-home/clubhouse-app-explainer.html Clubhouse vows to fix its platform after tool enabled audio chat leaks https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/clubhouse-vows-to-fix-its-platform-after-tool-enabled-audio-chat-leaks/ Clubhouse Chats Are Breached...
2021-02-2726 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastStaying Secure When Working From HomeIn episode 114 for March 30th 2020: Co-host Tom Eston is joined with frequent guest Kevin Johnson to discuss how to stay more secure when working from home. If you find yourself working from home because of COVID-19 this is one episode you don’t want to miss! ** Show notes and links mentioned on the show ** Social isolation is a risk factor for scam loss https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2020/03/24/risk-scams/ The State of Cybersecurity Training and Certifications with Kevin Johnson https://sharedsecurity.net/2019/04/25/the-state-of-cybersecurity-training-and-certifications-with-kevin-johnson/ How I Became a Security Co...
2020-03-3019 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastEnd-to-End Encryption with Max Krohn from Keybase.ioYou’re listening to the Shared Security Podcast, exploring the trust you put in people, apps, and technology…with your host, Tom Eston. In episode 86 for September 16th 2019: All about end-to-end encryption with Max Krohn from Keybase.io. Are you looking for the very best products to protect your digital privacy? Well, Silent Pocket has everything you need to mind the grid with their patented product line of faraday bags and wallets. Visit silentpocket.com today and receive 15% off your order with discount code “sharedsecurity”. The Shared Security Podcast is also sponsored by Edgewise Networks. Visit ed...
2019-09-1619 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security Podcast10 Year Anniversary Episode with Kevin Johnson and Jayson E. StreetIn Episode 91 of this very special episode of our monthly show, Tom and Scott are joined by special guests Kevin Johnson and Jayson E. Street back to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of this podcast! We talk about the history of the show, what’s improved (or not improved) in the last 10 years from a cybersecurity and privacy perspective, Kevin’s Star Wars addiction, Jayson’s #HackerAdventures, and we have a very important debate about the future of security awareness and what can be done to provide better education on phishing which continues to be one of the top attack vector...
2019-08-291h 04Shared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastAll about VPN’s with Gaya Polat from vpnMentorProtect your digital privacy with Silent Pocket’s product line of patented Faraday bags, phone cases, and wallets which will make your devices untrackable, unhackable and undetectable. Use discount code “sharedsecurity” to receive 15% off of your order during checkout. Visit silentpocket.com today to take advantage of this exclusive offer. Tom Eston: Joining me on the podcast to discuss VPNs is Gaya Polat from vpnMentor. Welcome, Gaya. Gaya Polat: Hello. Tom Eston: Alright. So first question about VPNs is, maybe for our audience that may not be familiar with VPNs, what is a VPN an...
2019-04-2916 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Lack of US Privacy Regulations, Nest Camera's HijackedThis 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 cage product line of phone cases, wallets and bags that can block all wireless signals, which will make your devices instantly untrackable, unhackable and undetectable. Use discount code “sharedsecurity” to receive 15% off of your order. Visit silent-pocket.com to take advantage of this...
2019-01-2810 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastMidterm Election Security, Gait Recognition Surveillance Technology, Caller ID Authentication – WB42This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for November 12, 2018 with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: Midterm Election Security, Gait Recognition Surveillance Technology and Caller ID Authentication Silent Pocket is a proud sponsor of the Shared Security Podcast! Silent Pocket offers a patented Faraday cage product line of phone cases, wallets and bags that can block all wireless signals, which will make your devices instantly untrackable, unhackable and undetectable. Use discount code “sharedsecurity” to receive 15% off of your order. Visit silent-pocket.com to take advantage of this exclusive offer. Hi everyone, this is Tom...
2018-11-1210 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastMicrosoft and Apple Security Updates, Signal’s Sealed Sender, Girl Scouts Data Breach – WB41This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for November 5th 2018 with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: Microsoft and Apple security Updates, Signal’s sealed sender and the Girl Scouts data breach. Silent Pocket is a proud sponsor of the Shared Security Podcast! Silent Pocket offers a patented Faraday cage product line of phone cases, wallets and bags that can block all wireless signals, which will make your devices instantly untrackable, unhackable and undetectable. Use discount code “sharedsecurity” to receive 15% off of your order. Visit silent-pocket.com to take advantage of this exclusive offer. Hi...
2018-11-0509 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastFortnite Scams, Google Search Privacy, Bloomberg SuperMicro Controversy – #81This is the 81st episode of the Shared Security Podcast sponsored by Silent Pocket and Edgewise Networks was hosted by Tom Eston and Scott Wright recorded on October 29, 2018. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here. This episode is also available to watch on our YouTube Channel. In this episode Tom and Scott cover the recent rise in Fortnite scams, new privacy controls in Google search and the controversy over the Bloomberg article and SuperMicro. Below are show notes and links mentioned in the podcast: Fortnite scams are...
2018-10-3138 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastSpy Apps and Stalkerware with Special Guest Jeff Tang – WB40This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for October 29th 2018 with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: Spy apps and Stalkerware with special guest Jeff Tang. Silent Pocket is a proud sponsor of the Shared Security Podcast! Silent Pocket offers a patented Faraday cage product line of phone cases, wallets and bags that can block all wireless signals, which will make your devices instantly untrackable, unhackable and undetectable. Use discount code “sharedsecurity” to receive 15% off of your order. Visit silent-pocket.com to take advantage of this exclusive offer. Spy apps, or better known...
2018-10-2911 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastHotel Room Security and Privacy with Special Guest Patrick McNeil – WB39This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for October 22nd 2018 with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: Hotel Room Security and Privacy with Special Guest Patrick McNeil. Silent Pocket is a proud sponsor of the Shared Security Podcast! Silent Pocket offers a patented Faraday cage product line of phone cases, wallets and bags that can block all wireless signals, which will make your devices instantly untrackable, unhackable and undetectable. Use discount code “sharedsecurity” to receive 15% off of your order. Visit silent-pocket.com to take advantage of this exclusive offer. Hotel security has been a...
2018-10-2215 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastGoogle+ Shutdown, Weapons Systems Vulnerabilities, Voice Phishing Scams – WB38This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for October 15th 2018 with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: Google+ shutdown, weapons systems vulnerabilities, and new data on voice phishing scams. Silent Pocket is a proud sponsor of the Shared Security Podcast! Silent Pocket offers a patented Faraday cage product line of phone cases, wallets and bags that can block all wireless signals, which will make your devices instantly untrackable, unhackable and undetectable. Use discount code “sharedsecurity” to receive 15% off of your order. Visit silent-pocket.com to take advantage of this exclusive offer. Hi everyo...
2018-10-1510 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastChinese Spying, Facebook Shadow Contact Information, iPhone X FaceID Privacy – WB37This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for October 8th 2018 with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: Chinese Spying, Facebook Shadow Contact Information and iPhone X FaceID Privacy. Silent Pocket is a proud sponsor of the Shared Security Podcast! Silent Pocket offers a patented Faraday cage product line of phone cases, wallets and bags that can block all wireless signals, which will make your devices instantly untrackable, unhackable and undetectable. Use discount code “sharedsecurity” to receive 15% off of your order. Visit silent-pocket.com to take advantage of this exclusive offer. Hi everyone, this i...
2018-10-0812 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastFacebook’s Fake Account Crackdown, Privacy Upgrade to HTTPS, New Security Features in Apple iOS 12 – WB36This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for October 1st 2018 with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: Facebook’s fake account crackdown, privacy upgrade to HTTPS, and new security features in Apple iOS 12. Silent Pocket is a proud sponsor of the Shared Security Podcast! Silent Pocket offers a patented Faraday cage product line of phone cases, wallets and bags that can block all wireless signals, which will make your devices instantly untrackable, unhackable and undetectable. Use discount code “sharedsecurity” to receive 15% off of your order. Visit silent-pocket.com to take advantage of this exclusive offer.
2018-10-0111 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastMobile Phone Call Scams, Pegasus Mobile Spyware, Newegg Data Breach – WB35 This is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for September 24, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions and Silent Pocket.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here. You can also watch each episode of the podcast on our YouTube Channel! Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for September 24th 2018 with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: Mobile phone call scams, Pegasus mobile spyware, and the Newegg da...
2018-09-2410 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastMalware-Less Email Attacks, Equifax Breach Updates, Vizio Class Action LawsuitThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for September 17, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions and Silent Pocket.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here. You can also watch each episode of the podcast on our YouTube Channel! Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for September 17th 2018 with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: Malware-less email attacks, Equifax breach updates and the Vizio class action lawsuit. Silent...
2018-09-1709 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastFive Eyes Security Alliance, Google and Your Offline Purchases, Privacy by Default in FirefoxThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for September 10, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions and Silent Pocket.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here. You can also watch the podcast by subscribing to our YouTube Channel! Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for September 10th 2018 with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: The five eyes security alliance, Google and your offline purchases, and privacy by default in Firefo...
2018-09-1009 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastUS Federal Privacy Law, WhatsApp Google Drive Warning, Improved Security for InstagramThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for September 3, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions and Silent Pocket.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here! Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for September 3rd 2018 with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: US Federal Privacy Law, WhatsApp’s Google Drive Warning and Improved Security for Instagram. Silent Pocket is a proud sponsor of the Shared Security Podcast! Si...
2018-09-0309 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastElection Hacking and Vulnerable Voting MachinesThis is the 79th episode of the Shared Security Podcast sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions and Silent Pocket. This episode was hosted by Tom Eston and Scott Wright recorded August 23, 2018. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here! This episode is available on our YouTube Channel and is the very first episode that we recorded over video via Skype! We apologize for the poor video quality at times and will be testing additional video streaming via Facebook or YouTube live in the fu...
2018-08-3136 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastNew TSA Body Scanners, Back to School Cybersecurity, Instagram HackingThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for August 27, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions and Silent Pocket.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here! Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for August 27th 2018 with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: New TSA Body Scanners, Back to School Cybersecurity, and Instagram Hacking. The Shared Security Podcast is sponsored by Silent Pocket. With their patented Faraday cage prod...
2018-08-2711 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – ATM Cashout Attacks, Mobile Phone Voicemail Security, Google Location TrackingThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for August 20, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions and Silent Pocket.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here! Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for August 20th 2018 with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: ATM cashout attacks, mobile phone voicemail security and Google location tracking. The Shared Security Podcast is sponsored by Silent Pocket. With their patented Faraday cage prod...
2018-08-2011 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – Facebook and your Financial Transactions, Smart Home Security, Critical HP Printer VulnerabilitiesThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for August 13, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions and Silent Pocket.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here! Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for August 13th 2018 with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: Facebook and your financial transactions, Smart Home security and critical HP printer vulnerabilities. The Shared Security Podcast is sponsored by Silent Pocket. With their patented...
2018-08-1308 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – Quiet Skies TSA Surveillance Program, SIM Hijacking and the Reddit Data Breach, Sextortion ScamsThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for August 6, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions and Silent Pocket.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here! Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for August 6, 2018 with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: The Quiet Skies TSA surveillance program, SIM hijacking and the Reddit data breach and Sextortion scams. The Shared Security Podcast is sponsored by Silent Pocket. With thei...
2018-08-0609 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – Bluetooth Vulnerabilities, Malicious Apps Removed from Twitter, Gmail Confidential ModeThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for July 30th, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions and Silent Pocket.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here! Help the podcast and leave us a review!  We would really appreciate you leaving a review in iTunes. Reviews really help move us up the podcast ratings list and are greatly appreciated! Click here to leave your review in iTunes! Show Transcript This is your Shared S...
2018-07-3008 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 78 – Summer Camp Facial Recognition, Dark Web DangersThis is the 78th episode of the Shared Security Podcast sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions and Silent Pocket. This episode was hosted by Tom Eston and Scott Wright recorded July 18, 2018. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here! Subscribe to our new email list! Stay up-to-date on the latest episodes, receive exclusive offers from our sponsors, participate in contests and gain access to content just for our email subscribers! Sign-up via this link today! In this episode Tom and Scott...
2018-07-2639 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – Lost and Stolen Devices, Instagram and SIM Hijacking, LabCorp Security BreachThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for July 23rd, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions and Silent Pocket.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here! Help the podcast and leave us a review!  We would really appreciate you leaving a review in iTunes. Reviews really help move us up the podcast ratings list and are greatly appreciated! Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for July 23rd 2018 with your hos...
2018-07-2309 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – Polar Fitness App Location Data Exposed, Blocking Scam Phone Calls, Samba TV Privacy ControversyThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for July 16th, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions and Silent Pocket.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here! Help the podcast and leave us a review!  We would really appreciate you leaving a review in iTunes. Reviews really help move us up the podcast ratings list and are greatly appreciated! Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for July 16th 2018 with your hos...
2018-07-1609 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – Mobile App Data Leaks, The California Privacy Act, Third-party Gmail AccessThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for July 2nd, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions and Silent Pocket.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here! Help the podcast and leave us a review!  We would really appreciate you leaving a review in iTunes. Reviews really help move us up the podcast ratings list and are greatly appreciated! Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for July 9th 2018 with your hos...
2018-07-0908 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – New WPA3 Wireless Standard, Malicious Smartphone Batteries, Exactis Data LeakThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for July 2nd, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions, Silent Pocket and CISOBox.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here! Help the podcast and leave us a review!  We would really appreciate you leaving a review in iTunes. Reviews really help move us up the podcast ratings list and are greatly appreciated! Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for July 2nd 2018 with your...
2018-07-0209 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 77 – Personal Risk Assessments, Stingray Surveillance DevicesThis is the 77th episode of the Shared Security Podcast sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions, Silent Pocket and CISOBox. This episode was hosted by Tom Eston and Scott Wright recorded June 19, 2018. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here! Help the podcast and leave us a review!  We would really appreciate you leaving a review in iTunes. Reviews really help move us up the podcast ratings list and are greatly appreciated! In this episode Tom and Scott discuss the concept o...
2018-06-2931 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – MyLobot Malware, Updates on Third-Party Location Data Sharing, Fortnite Scam WebsitesThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for June 25, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions, Silent Pocket and CISOBox.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here! Help the podcast and leave us a review!  We would really appreciate you leaving a review in iTunes. Reviews really help move us up the podcast ratings list and are greatly appreciated! Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for June 25th 2018 with your host...
2018-06-2509 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – Ultrasonic Hard Drive Attacks, Dangerous USB Devices, Email Fraudsters ArrestedThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for June 18, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions, Silent Pocket and CISOBox.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here! Help the podcast and leave us a review!  We would really appreciate you leaving a review in iTunes. Reviews really help move us up the podcast ratings list and are greatly appreciated! Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for June 18, 2018 with your host, Tom...
2018-06-1808 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – MyHeritage Data Breach, Facebook’s Data Sharing Partnership, Apple iOS 12 and macOS UpdatesThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for June 11, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions, Silent Pocket and CISOBox.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here! Help the podcast and leave us a review!  We would really appreciate you leaving a review in iTunes. Reviews really help move us up the podcast ratings list and are greatly appreciated! Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for June 11th 2018 with your host...
2018-06-1110 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – Telegram Messenger in Russia, Amazon’s Facial Recognition Technology, Digital License PlatesThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for June 4, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions, Silent Pocket and CISOBox.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here! Help the podcast and leave us a review!  We would really appreciate you leaving a review in iTunes. Reviews really help move us up the podcast ratings list and are greatly appreciated! Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for June 4th 2018 with your host...
2018-06-0409 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – Real-time Location Tracking, VPNFilter Router Malware, Apple’s GDPR UpdatesThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for May 28, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions, Silent Pocket and CISOBox.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here! Help the podcast and leave us a review!  We would really appreciate you leaving a review in iTunes. Reviews really help move us up the podcast ratings list and are greatly appreciated! Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for May 28th 2018 with your host...
2018-05-2812 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – Efail Vulnerabilities and PGP Encryption, Facebook’s App Investigation, Nest Password NotificationsThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for May 21, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions, Silent Pocket and CISOBox.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here! Help the podcast and leave us a review!  We would really appreciate you leaving a review in iTunes. Reviews really help move us up the podcast ratings list and are greatly appreciated! Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for May 21st 2018 with your host...
2018-05-2110 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – Recent Windows Vulnerabilities, Exposed Passwords, Credit Freeze ControversyThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for May 14, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions, Silent Pocket and CISOBox.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here! Help the podcast and leave us a review!  We would really appreciate you leaving a review in iTunes. Reviews really help move us up the podcast ratings list and are greatly appreciated! Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for May 14th 2018 with your host...
2018-05-1409 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – DNA Privacy, This Week’s Social Media Privacy News Roundup, Remote Car HackingThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for May 7, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions, Silent Pocket and CISOBox.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Listen to this episode and previous ones direct via your web browser by clicking here! Leave us a review! If you like this podcast we would really appreciate you leaving a review in iTunes or your favorite podcatcher app. Reviews really help move us up the podcast ratings list and are greatly appreciated! Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly B...
2018-05-0711 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – Child Identity Fraud, Tech Support Scams, Amazon Key In-Car DeliveryThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for April 30, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions, Silent Pocket and CISOBox.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for April 30th 2018 with your host, Tom Eston.  In this week’s episode: Child Identity Fraud, Tech Support Scams and Amazon Key In-Car Delivery. The Shared Security Podcast is sponsored by Silent Pocket. With their patented Faraday cage product line of phone cases, wallets and bags you can block all wireless signals wh...
2018-04-3012 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – Android’s Toxic Hellstew of Vulnerabilities, Facebook’s New Privacy Controls, Russian Router HackingThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for April 23, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions, Silent Pocket and CISOBox.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for April 23rd 2018 with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: Android’s Toxic Hellstew of Vulnerabilities, Facebook’s New Privacy Controls and Russian Router Hacking. The Shared Security Podcast is sponsored by Silent Pocket. With their patented Faraday cage product line of phone cases, wallets and bags you can block all...
2018-04-2311 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – Facebook goes to Congress, More Data Breach Announcements, New Hope for Replacing PasswordsThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for April 16, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions, Silent Pocket and CISOBox.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for April 16th 2018 with your host, Tom Eston In this week’s episode: Facebook goes to Congress, More Data Breach Announcements and a New Hope for Replacing Passwords The Shared Security Podcast is sponsored by Silent Pocket. With their patented Faraday cage product line of phone cases, wallets and bags you...
2018-04-1611 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – The #DeleteFacebook Movement, Cloudflare’s New Privacy Focused DNS Service, Saks Fifth Avenue and Panera Data BreachesThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for April 9, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions, Silent Pocket and CISOBox.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for April 9th 2018 with your host, Tom Eston In this week’s episode: The #DeleteFacebook Movement, Cloudflare’s New Privacy Focused DNS Service and the Saks Fifth Avenue and Panera Data Breaches The Shared Security Podcast is sponsored by Silent Pocket. With their patented Faraday cage product line of phone cases...
2018-04-0912 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – Facebook’s Privacy Firestorm, MyFitnessPal Data Breach, Ramifications of CLOUD and FOSTAThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for April 2, 2018 sponsored by Security Perspectives – Your Source for Tailored Security Awareness Training and Assessment Solutions and Silent Pocket.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Show Transcript This is your Shared Security Weekly Blaze for April 2nd 2018 with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: Facebook’s Privacy Firestorm, the MyFitnessPal Data Breach and Ramifications of the CLOUD and FOSTA Bills The Shared Security Podcast is sponsored by Silent Pocket. With their patented Faraday cage product line of phone cases, wallets and bags you ca...
2018-04-0212 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 74 – Special Guest Rachel Tobac (@RachelTobac)This is the 74th 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 with special guest Rachel Tobac recorded March 25, 2018. Below are the show notes, commentary, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Interview with special guest Rachel Tobac Rachel is the CEO & Co-founder of SocialProof Security where she helps people and companies keep their data safe by training them on social engineering risks. Rachel also placed second place two years in a row in...
2018-03-2928 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – Facebook and the Cambridge Analytica Controversy, Vulnerable VPNs, Siri Lock Screen PrivacyThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for March 26, 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 26th 2018…with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: Facebook and the Cambridge Analytica Controversy, Vulnerable VPNs and Siri Lock Screen Privacy Hi everyone, I’m Tom Eston, Co-host of the Shared Security podcast. Welcome to the Shared Security Weekly Blaze where we update you on the top 3 security and privacy...
2018-03-2611 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – The Insecure Internet of Things, Spectre Patch Updates, Android MalwareThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for March 19, 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 19th 2018 with your host, Tom Eston. In this week’s episode: The Insecure Internet of Things, Spectre Patch Updates and Android Malware. Hi everyone, I’m Tom Eston, Co-host of the Shared Security podcast. Welcome to the Shared Security Weekly Blaze where we update you on the top 3 security and privacy topics fr...
2018-03-1908 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – Malicious Healthcare Workers, New Attacks on Mobile Networks, Facebook Messenger for KidsThis 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 on Mobile Networks, and Facebook Messenger for Kids Hi everyone, I’m Tom Eston, Co-host of the Shared Security podcast. Welcome to the Shared Security Weekly Blaze where we update you on the top 3 security and privacy t...
2018-03-1209 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – Facebook Face Recognition, Private Web Browsing, Credit Card FraudThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for March 5, 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 5th 2018…with your host…Tom Eston In this week’s episode:  Facebook Face Recognition, Private Web Browsing and Credit Card Fraud Hi everyone, I’m Tom Eston, Co-host of the Shared Security podcast. Welcome to the Shared Security Weekly Blaze where we update you on the top 3 security and privacy topics from the week...
2018-03-0509 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – AI Enabled Privacy Policies, New Android Updates, Hotel Room InspectionsThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for February 26, 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 February 26th 2018…with your host…Tom Eston In this week’s episode: AI Enabled Privacy Policies, New Android Updates and Hotel Room Inspections Hi everyone, I’m Tom Eston, Co-host of the Shared Security podcast. Welcome to the Shared Security Weekly Blaze where we update you on the top 3 security and privacy topics from t...
2018-02-2607 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – Instagram Social Stalking, Cryptojacking, Equifax Breach UpdatesThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for February 19, 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 February 19th 2018…with your host…Tom Eston In this week’s episode: Instagram Social Stalking, Cryptojacking, Equifax Breach Updates Hi everyone, I’m Tom Eston, Co-host of the Shared Security podcast. Welcome to the Shared Security Weekly Blaze where we update you on the top 3 security and privacy topics from the week. These weekly...
2018-02-1907 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 73 – Silent Pocket Faraday Laptop Sleeve Review, Password Managers, Smart GlassesThis is the 73rd 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 February 14, 2018. Below are the show notes, commentary, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: The Shared Security Amazing Thing of the Month This month we discuss why it’s important to use a password manager as well as our personal recommendations on which one to use. Tom prefers KeePass, while Scott prefers LastPass. Regardless of our preference…any password manager you...
2018-02-1645 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – Tax Season Scams, SIM Hijacking, Smart TV PrivacyThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for February 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 February 12th 2018…with your host…Tom Eston In this week’s episode: Tax Season Scams, SIM Hijacking and Smart TV Privacy Hi everyone, I’m Tom Eston, Co-host of the Shared Security podcast. Welcome to the Shared Security Weekly Blaze where we update you on the top 3 security and privacy topics from the week. The...
2018-02-1208 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – License Plate Tracking, Jackpotting ATMs, Strava Global Heatmap ControversyThis is the Shared Security Weekly Blaze for February 5, 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 February 5th 2018…with your host…Tom Eston In this week’s episode: ICE license plate tracking database, the first Jackpotting attacks on US ATMs and the Strava global heatmap controversy. Hi everyone, I’m Tom Eston, Co-host of the Shared Security podcast. Welcome to the Shared Security Weekly Blaze where we update you on the to...
2018-02-0508 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 72 – Mobile Phone Emergency SOS, Overview of Meltdown and SpectreThis is the 72nd 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 22, 2018. Below are the show notes, commentary, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: The Shared Security Amazing Thing of the Month (we’re not sure what to name this new segment so we’re rolling with this for now…) Tom and Scott discuss the emergency SOS feature on your mobile device. There was a recent story in the news abou...
2018-01-3130 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Weekly Blaze – Dark Caracal, Meltdown and Spectre Debacle, Amazon GoThis is the first episode of the Shared Security Weekly Blaze podcast. This episode was hosted by Tom Eston. Every Monday we’ll be releasing a short podcast, in 15 minutes or less, covering the top 3 hot news topics happening in the security and privacy world. The idea is to give you fast and consumable security and privacy “news that you can use”. These weekly podcasts are in addition to our traditional monthly podcast which will continue to cover security and privacy topics in more detail. In this week’s episode we talk about a new form of mo...
2018-01-2908 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 70 – Insider Threat Psychology with Special Guest Dr Helen OfosuThis is the 70th 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 with special guest Dr Helen Ofosu recorded November 29, 2017. Below are the show notes, commentary, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Interview and discussion about insider threat psychology with Dr Helen Ofosu Dr Ofosu has more than 15 years of experience using industrial and organizational psychology in the business and government sectors. Dr Ofosu brings her vast knowledge, sensitivity, and special brand o...
2017-12-1435 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 69 – Amazon Key, KRACK and DUHK Attacks, New Devices to Steal a CarThis is the 69th 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 October 25, 2017. Below are the show notes, commentary, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Amazon Key opens your home for indoor deliveries A new Amazon Prime service now allows your package couriers access to your home to drop off deliveries.  The system uses a Amazon smart lock and connected camera.  Innovation or invasion of privacy/security nightmare? Tom and Scott deb...
2017-11-0727 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 67 – SpamBot Exposed, Mobile App Tracking, Smart Lock FailThis is the 67th 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 September 6, 2017. Below are the show notes, commentary, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Over 711 Million Email Addresses Exposed From SpamBot Server Apparently, one of the largest cache of email addresses and SMTP credentials has been discovered. This list was used to distribute SPAM and banking malware. Tom and Scott recommend that you sign up for breach notifications from Troy Hu...
2017-09-1135 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 66 – Ring Doorbell Camera Review, Traffic Apps, Amazon EchoThis is the 66th 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 July 24, 2017. Below are the show notes, commentary, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Tom’s review of the Ring doorbell camera Tom discusses his recently purchased a Ring doorbell camera, some of the features, challenges and tips for use. Disclaimer: This review was not sponsored by Ring…although we’re happy to test other Ring products if Ring would like to...
2017-08-0229 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 64 – Ultrasonic Ads, Home Security Vulnerabilities, Printer Tracking DotsThis is the 64th 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, Scott Wright recorded June 7, 2017. Below are the show notes, commentary, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: More Android phones than ever are covertly listening for inaudible sounds in ads Marketers can now use apps to listen for “beacons” that indicate when a person is watching a specific TV commercial or other type of audio. If you have an Android phone there are many app...
2017-06-0933 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 63 – Special Guest Jayson E. Street, Misconceptions About VPNsThis is the 63rd 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, Scott Wright and special guest Jayson E. Street recorded April 12, 2017. Below are the show notes, commentary, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Interview with Special Guest Jayson E. Street In this episode we were joined by “notorious” hacker Jayson E. Street who is the InfoSec Ranger at Pwnie Express, Senior Partner at Krypton Security, CEO of Stratagem 1 Solutions and author of several boo...
2017-05-0249 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 60 – The Secure Messaging Episode: Signal, WhatsApp, Facebook MessengerThis is the 60th 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 February 1, 2017. Below are the show notes, commentary, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: In this episode we focus on secure messaging apps like Signal, Wire, WhatsApp as well as other popular apps like Facebook Messenger.  Tom and Scott delve into the reasons why people are starting to use these apps and the security and privacy features.  We also discuss if using...
2017-02-0236 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 59 – Amazon Echo, Wifi Router Security, EFF Privacy BadgerThis 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 Is Already Winning the Next Big Arms Race in Tech If you haven’t heard this mentioned in the news (real news, not the fake news) but Amazon’s Echo virtual assistant (Alexa) as been a hot selling device this holiday season. O...
2017-01-1337 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 58 – Snapchat Spectacles, Mobile Number Privacy, PoisonTapThis is the 58th 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 November 29, 2016. Below are the show notes, commentary, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Privacy Panic? Snapchat Spectacles raise eyebrows Anyone remember Google Glass (which was a failed product by the way)? This time Snapchat is releasing their own type of wearable tech called “Spectacles”. What are the privacy ramifications to be concerned about?  Not much, and we’ll see if they...
2016-11-3028 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 57 – Dropbox and Yahoo Breach, IoT DDoS, LinkedIn EndorsementsThis is the 57th 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 October 5, 2016. Below are the show notes, commentary, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Hackers Stole Account Details for Over 60 Million Dropbox Users Have a Dropbox account? Change your password immediately! Yahoo: The Largest Password Breach in History (and what you should do about it if you use Yahoo services) This is another breach that happened years...
2016-10-1933 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 56 – Chat Bots, Self-Driving Cars, Bitmoji KeyboardsThis is the 56th 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 August 17, 2016. Below are the show notes, commentary, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Bitmoji keyboard for Apple iOS devices wants “Allow Full Access”. How bad is this? A word of caution for applications that either replace or allow access to your keyboard on your mobile device! Over 90 per cent of ICS devices exposed to Internet are vulnerabl...
2016-08-3046 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 55 – IoT Horror Stories, Biometrics, Staying Safe OnlineThis is the 55th 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 July 6, 2016. Below are the show notes, commentary, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: If Mark Zuckerberg Can Be a Hacking Victim, So Can You Getting hacked can happen to anyone. This is an interesting read about how a previous password breach that happened several years ago may come back to haunt you! Cool geographic tweet map tool
2016-07-1650 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 53 – The VPN Episode, AI Gone Bad, Google NestThis is the 53rd 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 May 4, 2016. Below are the show notes, commentary, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Scott and Tom talk about VPNs What is a VPN and why would you want to use one?  Also, Scott talks about a few recommendations for a personal VPN based on his experience using a few.  Here is also a decent list of popular VPNs that yo...
2016-05-1636 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 52 – Creepy New Social Network, Phishing Dangers, RansomwareThis is the 52nd 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. This episode was recorded March 9, 2016. Below are the show notes, commentary, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Unexpected implications arising from the Internet of Things This was an interesting article about some of the “unexpected” security and privacy things that people don’t really think about.  For example, what are the ramifications of IoT technology that might be hacked to create fa...
2016-03-1840 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 51 – Online Behavioral Advertising in Canada, Toy Security, Dangerous Apps for TeensThis is the 51st 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 with special interview guest Andrew Patrick from the Office of the Privacy Commissioner (OPC) of Canada. This episode was recorded February 10, 2016. Below are the show notes, commentary, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Online Behavioral Advertising – An interview with Andrew Patrick from the Office of the Privacy Commissioner (OPC) of Canada Today, Scott had a great discussion with Andrew Patrick r...
2016-02-1945 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 50 – Facebook Quizzes, Pre-Crime, Wireless Home Security SystemsThis is the 50th 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 with special guest Alex Hamerstone from TrustedSec recorded January 21, 2016. Below are the show notes, commentary, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: 2016 Reality: Lazy Authentication Still the Norm This is a great story from Brian Krebs own personal experience regarding how his PayPal account was “hacked”. It was not “hacked” in the way you would normally thing via stolen credentials o...
2016-01-2347 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 46 – Peeple App, Medical Devices Exposed, Instagram for DoctorsThis is the 46th episode of the Shared Security Podcast (formally the Social Media 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 October 7, 2015. Below are the show notes, commentary, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Scott gives an overview of the BSides Ottawa Security Conference If you’re in the Information Security industry I highly recommend you attend a local BSides conference. Always great content and networking opportunities! -Tom Everyone you k...
2015-10-0833 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastThe Shared Security Podcast Episode 43 – Car Hacking, IoT Risks, Facebook Scams, SmartTV PrivacyThis is the 43rd episode of the Shared Security Podcast (formally the Social Media Security Podcast) sponsored by the Streetwise Security Zone.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston and Scott Wright recorded August 6, 2015.  Below are the show notes, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Car hack reveals peril on the road to Internet of Things (IoT) Smart watches and activity monitors usually connect to the cloud, sometimes without good security Really great article from Venture Beat about IoT risks Good research and whitepaper from Veracode about several popular IoT devices being sold and the security...
2015-08-1428 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastSocial Media Security Podcast 41 – Podcast Updates, Internet of Things, TV PrivacyThis is the 41st episode of the Social Media Security Podcast sponsored by the Streetwise Security Zone.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston and Scott Wright recorded April 29, 2015.  Below are the show notes, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Important Podcast Update! While we haven’t finalized the details we’re hoping to rename the podcast as “Shared Security”. We have been discussing the fact that the privacy and security topics we’ve been covering are really spreading to more than just social media. Now, we see the important stories as being ones that relate t...
2015-05-1542 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastSocial Media Security Podcast 39 – Snapcash, Yik Yak, LinkedIn Security and Privacy TipsThis is the 39th episode of the Social Media Security Podcast sponsored by SecureState and the Streetwise Security Zone.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston, Scott Wright recorded December 12, 2014.  Below are the show notes, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: “Snapcash” has been announced by the creators of Snapchat. Can Snapchat gain enough consumer confidence to break into the payments field? Yik Yak is a social app for browsing anonymous chats in your locale and it’s gaining popularity with teens and causing some problems for schools. Yik Yak is also not as private or anonymous a...
2014-12-1233 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastSocial Media Security Podcast 34 – Facebook Privacy, LinkedIn Scammers, Naughty EmployeesThis is the 34th episode of the Social Media Security Podcast sponsored by SecureState and the Streetwise Security Zone.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston and Scott Wright recorded June 18th 2014.  Below are the show notes, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Facebook Switches Default Setting to Private to Prevent Oversharing Facebook Fights Malware With Free Security Software Facebook Microphone Update To Store Data: Social Media Giant Confirms New Feature Will Aggregate Information Facebook responds to this privacy issue How to “Hack” Someone’s “Private” Friends List on Facebook to See All of Their Friends 6 tips on...
2014-07-0136 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastSocial Media Security Podcast 33 – Heartbleed, Hashtag Fail, Social ImpersonationGuess what? We’re back!  This is the 33rd episode of the Social Media Security Podcast sponsored by SecureState.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston and Scott Wright recorded May 15, 2014.  Below are the show notes, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Social Media sites affected by Heartbleed NYPD Twitter hashtag campain FAIL Facebook Fail pages for brands like ADT alarm service New Snowden Docs Highlight “Weaknesses” In Facebook Data Security  Snapchat security failure Facebook class action lawsuit status Canada’s Privacy Commissioner rules on Facebook remedies in case of harrassment by child imposter Interesting view on Android p...
2014-05-2244 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastSocial Media Security Podcast 32 – The Privacy Paradox, Twitter Hacks, Facebook HomeThis is the 32nd episode of the Social Media Security Podcast sponsored by SecureState.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston and Scott Wright recorded April 25, 2013.  Below are the show notes, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: A Little Privacy, Please! Your Rights and Social Media Policies.  Tom and Scott discuss why you should be reading the privacy polices of the social networks you use. AP Twitter account hacked; report of White House bombs false Beware Twitter “password check” sites – there are fakes, and there are fake fakes! Is your Twitter password secure? What is “Facebook Home” a...
2013-05-0234 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastSocial Media Security Podcast 31 – New Facebook Graph Search, Fake Internet Girlfriends, Social Media and Your BusinessThis is the 31st episode of the Social Media Security Podcast sponsored by SecureState.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston and Scott Wright recorded January 18th, 2013.  Below are the show notes, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Facebook privacy controls have been updated.  Check out this article on all the changes. You can no longer have your profile hidden. All Facebook users are publicly searchable. Facebook Graph Search has been released.  Tom and Scott talk about what you need to know. What’s up with all these fake Internet girlfriends?? (Manti Teo) Tom and Scott talk a...
2013-01-3021 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastSocial Media Security Podcast 30 – The Password EpisodeThis is the 30th episode of the Social Media Security Podcast sponsored by SecureState.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston and Scott Wright.  In this episode we talk about the password problem and why we continue to choose easy to guess passwords.  Tom and Scott also talk about ways to select more secure passwords and how technology can help.  Below are the show notes, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: The password Episode!  It’s episode 30! Study shows hackers more focused on passwords than those who create them Major password breaches in the last f...
2012-09-2541 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastSocial Media Security Podcast 29 – Fake Bieber, Facebook Social Engineering Tool, MySpace Who?This is the 29th episode of the Social Media Security Podcast.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston and Scott Wright.  Below are the show notes, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: MySpace charged for violating user privacy, vows to do better How a fake Justin Bieber “sextorted” hundreds of girls through Facebook FBPwn: A cross-platform Facebook social engineering tool Tom and Scott’s take on the Facebook IPO LinkedIn CSRF (Cross-site Request Forgery) controls attacked Scott gives us an update on his mobile honeystick project We are still planning on getting back to regular podcasts! S...
2012-08-2138 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastSocial Media Security Podcast 19 – New Changes to Facebook, Social Media Risk Survey, LinkedIn ScamsThis is the 19th episode of the Social Media Security Podcast recorded October 8, 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: Social Media Security Awareness Month – at SecureState! Two new white paper’s released: Security Gaps in Social Media Websites for Children Open Door to Attackers Aiming To Prey On Children by Scott White. Profiling User Passwords on Social Networks by Tom Eston SocialScan service and social media consulting available. Panda Security Publishes Findings from First Annual Social Media Risk Index for SMBs Survey...
2010-11-0139 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastSocial Media Security Podcast 13 – Details on the recent changes to Facebook, Blippy CC issue, Bye bye Basic AuthThis is the 13th episode of the Social Media Security Podcast recorded April 30, 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: New Facebook Changes – Social Graph, Social Plugins and Instant Personalization.  Here are two articles to read on the new changes. Want to know more about the new Graph API? Read Facebook’s documentation. Tom updated his Facebook Privacy & Security Guide to version 2.1.  This update includes all the latest changes to Facebook.  Download and share with friends and family! Opps. Blippy Users’ Credit Card...
2010-05-0439 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastSocial Media Security Podcast 12 – New Facebook Privacy Changes, Social Gaming Threats, Social Media in the WorkplaceThis is the 12th episode of the Social Media Security Podcast recorded March 28, 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: Facebook is about to implement a new Facebook Privacy Policy and Statement of Rights and Responsibilities.  We put together a blog post of some must read articles on the topic. Rumor is that Facebook is going to use QR Codes as part of their Geolocation strategy (mentioned by Tom). Joan Goodchild from CSO Online interviewed Tom and Scott for an article tit...
2010-04-0132 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastSocial Media Security Podcast 11 – Google Buzz, Geostalking, Twitter’s Phishing FilterThis is the 11th episode of the Social Media Security Podcast recorded March 15, 2010.  Sorry for the delay on releasing this!  We should be back on our biweekly schedule soon.  This episode was hosted by Tom Eston and Scott Wright.  Below are the show notes, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Buzz Opens Privacy Pandora’s Box for Google How to turn off Google Buzz, or just close some of its privacy loopholes Twitter to block malicious links.  We think this is a good thing!  Hoping Twitter rolls this out to the entire service soon. The dark sid...
2010-03-2019 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastSocial Media Security Podcast 10 – Shmoocon, Geo-Location, Social Media Policies, CyberStalkingThis is the 10th episode of the Social Media Security Podcast recorded February 8, 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: Shmoocon was great!  Be sure to check out the two talks about social media: Social Zombies II: Your Friends Need More Brains (video, slide deck, Facebook Application Autopwn Demo, Robin’s KreiosCS w/LinkedIn demo) and Nathan Hamiel’s talk Exposed | More: Attacking the Extended Web. Download the slide deck here. CDC Social Media Policies Facebook celebrates 400 million users by rolling out new...
2010-02-1333 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastSocial Media Security Podcast 9 – Defensio, Blippy.com, Relationships and Social MediaThis is the 9th episode of the Social Media Security Podcast recorded January 26, 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: Tom and Kevin will be speaking with Robin Wood at Shmoocon Saturday, February 6th at 11am.  “Social Zombies II: Your Friends Need More Brains”. Facebook Partners With McAfee for Anti-Virus.  Does this change anything? Websense Defensio 2.0. Websense offers a Facebook application to protect users from malicious content in their profiles. How does it work and does it help? Blippy.com – How far will i...
2010-01-3042 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastSocial Media Security Podcast 7 – New Facebook Privacy Settings, Twitter Lists, FTC and BloggersThis is the 7th episode of the Social Media Security Podcast recorded December 21, 2009.  This episode was hosted by Scott Wright and Tom Eston.  Below are the show notes, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Tom and Scott talk about the new Facebook privacy settings.  Tom released an updated Facebook Privacy & Security Guide as well as a video walkthrough. Tom talks about a work around by theharmonyguy to easily view hidden Facebook photo albums.  This does not circumvent Facebook privacy settings, it just “unhides” photo albums set to “Everyone”. Mark Zuckerberg’s pictures exposed by Facebook privacy roll-b...
2009-12-2336 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastSocial Media Security Podcast 5 – Google Reader, Privacy, Wave, ChromeOS and FoursquareThis is the 5th episode of the Social Media Security Podcast recorded November 20, 2009.  This episode was hosted by Scott Wright and Tom Eston. Kevin Johnson will be joining us for the next podcast.  Below are the show notes, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Tom gives an overview of the OWASP AppSec DC conference. Koobface now using Google Reader for links.  Very good paper on how Koobface works. Google Launches Privacy Dashboard. Google Wave Gadget to Make Your Friends Logout. Google’s ChromeOS.  What is it and how does this relate to social media use? Foursq...
2009-11-2440 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastSocial Media Security Podcast 4 – Death by Twitter, Open Source Intelligence, Policies, Google WaveThis is the 4th episode of the Social Media Security Podcast recorded November 6, 2009.  This episode was hosted by Scott Wright, Tom Eston and Kevin Johnson.  Below are the show notes, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: More scams on Twitter including the recent IQ quiz attack.  Disinformation on social networks…someone died example..are you sure they are really dead? Tom talks about his Open Source Intelligence Gathering talk that he recently gave.  How do you find information posted about your company on social networks and why should you look?  Now is probably a good time fo...
2009-11-0853 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastSocial Media Security Podcast 3 – Phishing and Koobface, What is CSRF, Protected TweetsThis is the third episode of the Social Media Security Podcast recorded October 23, 2009.  This episode was hosted by Scott Wright, Tom Eston and Kevin Johnson.  Below are the show notes, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Tom and Scott talk about phishing on social networks. How can you tell the difference between a fake friend request and a real one? Here is a screen shot of a fake friend request and a real friend request.  Just by looking at the email…it’s really hard to tell the difference isn’t it?  The only way you can te...
2009-10-2555 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastSocial Media Security Podcast 2 – Month of Facebook Bugs, What is XSS, Canadian Privacy RulingThis is the second episode of the Social Media Security Podcast recorded September 25, 2009.  This episode was hosted by Scott Wright, Tom Eston and our new co-host Kevin Johnson.  Below are the show notes, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: Introducing our new co-host, Kevin Johnson.  Kevin is a Senior Security Analyst for InGuardians and is also an instructor for the SANS Institute, teaching both SEC504: Hacker Techniques, Exploits, and Incident Handling and SEC542: Web App Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking courses. Tom talks about the Month of Facebook Bugs (created by a security researcher called “theha...
2009-09-2757 minShared Security Podcast
Shared Security PodcastSocial Media Security Podcast 1 – Zombies, Bad Facebook Apps, Twitter SPAMThis is the first episode of the Social Media Security Podcast.  This episode was hosted by Scott Wright and Tom Eston.  Below are the show notes, links to articles and news mentioned in the podcast: How did socialmediasecurity.com get started?  Want to help out?  Join our mailing list! Weaponizing the Web: More Attacks on User Generated Content (good article on Nathan and Shawn’s talk) Aviv Raff’s Month of Twitter bugs, research on Facebook applications by theharmonyguy What are the Black Hat and DEFCON conferences? History of DEFCON, Black Hat and the security underground (ThreatPost interview with fou...
2009-08-2535 min