Cybersecurity Today

Building Secure Software with Tanya Janca: From Coding to Cybersecurity Advocacy In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love interviews Tanya Janca, also known as She Hacks Purple, a renowned Canadian application security expert and author. Tanya shares her journey from a software developer and musician to becoming a penetration tester and cybersecurity advocate. She discusses her work in training developers on secure coding practices and application security, emphasizing the need for integrated security training in academic programs and the software development lifecycle. Tanya also talks about the challenges women face in the cybersecurity field and her efforts to empower underrepresented groups through initiatives like WOsec and We Hack Purple. Sponsored by Meter, this episode dives deep into the importance of building security into software development and the potential role of AI in improving code security. 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message 00:18 Meet Tanya Janca: The Journey Begins 01:05 From Developer to Pen Tester 03:14 Empowering Women in Cybersecurity 13:11 Challenges in Academia and Training 19:18 The Need for Secure Coding 21:22 Challenges in Medical Device Security 22:18 The Economics of Open Source 24:43 Building Security into Development 26:14 Training and Cultural Shifts 32:33 AI and Secure Coding 39:03 Incident Response and Preparedness 39:54 Final Thoughts and Future Directions

Cybersecurity Challenges: Data Privacy Failures, AI Risks, and New Malware Threats In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley covers a range of pressing issues. The discussion kicks off with Staples Canada reselling laptops without wiping customer data, highlighting loopholes in Canada's privacy laws. Next, David delves into a new class of attacks known as 'Reprompt' that target Microsoft Co-pilot, exposing vulnerabilities in large language models. The episode also explores a critical flaw in ServiceNow's virtual agent that allowed attackers to impersonate legitimate users, emphasizing the importance of robust identity verification. Lastly, a newly discovered advanced Linux malware framework designed for cloud environments is dissected, pointing to evolving threats that leverage customer mistakes. The episode concludes with a call to address these problems through better people, processes, and cultural practices. Cybersecurity Today would like to thank Meter for their support in bringing you this podcast. Meter delivers a complete networking stack, wired, wireless and cellular in one integrated solution that's built for performance and scale. You can find them at Meter.com/cst 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message 00:48 Staples' Privacy Lapse: A Recurring Issue 03:03 Microsoft Co-pilot Vulnerability: Reprompt Attack 05:22 ServiceNow's AI Vulnerability: Authentication Gaps 07:02 Advanced Linux Malware: A Cloud-First Threat 08:46 Conclusion and Key Takeaways 09:37 Closing Remarks and Sponsor Acknowledgment

Cybersecurity Today: Credit Card Skimming, Valley Rat Malware, WhatsApp Exploit & AI Defenses In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, hosted by Jim Love, we explore several critical cybersecurity threats and advancements. We cover a massive credit card skimming campaign active since early 2022, a severe bug in HPE OneView, the stealthy Valley Rat malware, and a potential zero-click exploit in WhatsApp. Additionally, we delve into AI-driven advancements in cybersecurity defense being developed at US National Laboratories. Stay informed and vigilant with the latest insights in cybersecurity. 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message 00:48 Credit Card Skimming Campaign Uncovered 02:49 Critical Vulnerability in HPE OneView 04:16 Valley Rat Malware Threat 06:22 Suspected Zero-Day Vulnerability in WhatsApp 08:29 AI-Powered Cyber Defenses in US National Labs 10:08 Conclusion and Sponsor Message

In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley covers the FBI's warning about North Korean state-sponsored QR code phishing campaigns targeting U.S. organizations. Additionally, he discusses Europol's arrest of 34 individuals in Spain tied to the infamous Black Acts crime syndicate and the uncertainty surrounding CISA's pre-ransomware notification initiative after the departure of its lead developer. Stay informed with the latest in cybersecurity news and learn how to protect yourself and your organization from emerging threats. Cybersecurity Today would like to thank Meter for their support in bringing you this podcast. Meter delivers a complete networking stack, wired, wireless and cellular in one integrated solution that's built for performance and scale. You can find them at Meter.com/cst 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message 00:20 FBI Warns of QR Code Phishing 04:44 Europol's Major Crackdown on Black Acts 07:11 Uncertainty Over Ransomware Alerts Program 09:41 US Withdraws from Cybersecurity Organizations 10:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, brought to you by Meter, we review key events and stories from the past few weeks. Join host Jim along with experts Tammy Harper from Flair, Laura Payne from White Tuque, and David Shipley from Beauceron Security as they discuss major cybersecurity events that unfolded over the holidays, including the MongoDB vulnerability 'Mongo Bleed', the compromises at Rainbow Six Siege, and the ethical implications of hacktivism. The panel also explores the complexities of AI in cybersecurity, the vulnerability of critical infrastructure, and the dichotomy between ethical hacking and cybercrime in the industry. As always, we emphasize the intersection of cybersecurity with people, processes, and our daily lives. Cybersecurity Today would like to thank Meter for their support in bringing you this podcast. Meter delivers a complete networking stack, wired, wireless and cellular in one integrated solution that's built for performance and scale. You can find them at Meter.com/cst 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message 00:20 Panel Introduction and Holiday Recap 02:26 MongoDB Vulnerability: Mongo Bleed 05:15 AI and Responsible Disclosure 16:20 Gaming Security: Rainbow Six Siege Hack 20:13 Video Games and Malware Risks 24:54 Fake Video Propaganda and Infrastructure Attacks 25:48 The Dilemma of Cybersecurity Censorship 26:34 Deepfakes and Cognitive Warfare 27:37 Cyber Operations and Infrastructure Vulnerability 34:42 The Role of Private Companies in Cyber Conflicts 36:19 Internal Threats in Cybersecurity 43:20 Hacktivism: Ethics and Boundaries 49:03 Conclusion and Final Thoughts