Cybersecurity Today

In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love welcomes David Shipley, CEO of Beauceron Security, as a guest. Together, they delve into the latest research from Beauceron  Security with assistance from he University of Montreal. They discuss the effectiveness of phishing simulations, the importance of reporting suspicious activities, and the psychological factors that lead to clicking on phishing emails. The episode also highlights the surprising advantages small businesses have over larger organizations in phishing defense, and how management's attitude towards cybersecurity significantly impacts a company's overall security culture. Don't miss this thorough, insightful conversation that will change how you think about cybersecurity training and culture!
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00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message
00:19 Meet the Guest: David Shipley
01:46 David's Research with University of Montreal
02:17 Phishing Simulation Training Insights
03:16 The Importance of Real Research
04:30 Human Risk Management vs. Security Awareness
05:49 Understanding Phishing and Its Impact
11:10 The Role of Technology and Human Resilience
14:34 Effective Phishing Training Strategies
19:02 Analyzing Click Behavior and Reporting
27:17 Why People Click: Survey Insights
36:07 High Click Rates and Psychological Safety
38:13 Management's Role in Cybersecurity Culture
39:29 Impact of Tenure and Compensation on Click Rates
40:58 The Importance of Security Awareness Programs
43:35 Feedback and Reporting in Cybersecurity
54:12 Small Companies vs. Large Companies in Cybersecurity
56:44 Surprising Findings and Future Directions
01:02:12 Conclusion and Report Availability

In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love explores the burgeoning world of actionable AI agents, examining key developments from companies like Google and Anthropic. The episode delves into the rapid rise of MoltBot, an open-source AI agent tool that has taken the developer community by storm. Jim also highlights the significant security concerns associated with these advanced AI systems, including delegated control, exposable credentials, and the potential for real-world consequences due to misuse. The podcast wraps up with a discussion on the future implications of these technologies and a preview of upcoming research by David Shipley from Beauceron Security on phishing. Brought to you with the support of Meter, delivering integrated networking solutions for optimized performance and scale.
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00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message
00:24 Emerging AI Agents: Google and Anthropic
01:59 The Rise of Molt Bot
07:51 Security Concerns with AI Agents
11:09 Looking Ahead: The Future of AI Agents
13:47 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes

Cybersecurity Today: WhatsApp Privacy Lawsuit, Google's Personal AI, Canada Computers Breach, and Mass Password Leak
In this episode, host Jim Love discusses pressing cybersecurity issues, including a lawsuit against WhatsApp for allegedly misleading users about message privacy, concerns over Google's new personal AI and its data security implications, a delayed response to a credit card skimming attack at Canada Computers, and the exposure of 149 million stolen passwords. Sponsored by Meter, the podcast also highlights the risks of using the same passwords and the importance of timely breach responses.
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00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message
00:21 WhatsApp Privacy Lawsuit
02:48 Google's Personal AI Security Concerns
05:58 Canada Computers Payment Card Breach
09:10 149 Million Stolen Passwords Exposed
12:16 Conclusion and Sponsor Message

Cybersecurity Today: Critical Fortinet Flaws, Windows 11 Issues, and Major Cloud Security Near Miss
In today's episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley covers several pressing cybersecurity topics including the continued exploitation of Fortinet flaws despite recent patches, Windows 11 systems failing to boot after January updates, a thwarted cyber attack on Poland's energy sector by the Sandworm group, a sophisticated phishing campaign targeting the energy sector, and a critical AWS vulnerability that posed a significant risk to cloud security globally. Stay informed on these key issues and more.
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00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message
00:48 Fortinet Flaws Still Actively Exploited
03:08 Windows 11 Update Issues
04:44 Cyber Attack on Poland's Energy Systems
06:18 Phishing Campaign Targeting Energy Sector
07:48 AWS CodeBuild Vulnerability
10:26 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Discovering Void Link: The AI-Generated Malware Shaking Up Cybersecurity
In this episode, we explore the fascinating discovery of 'Void Link,' one of the first documented cases of advanced malware authored almost entirely by artificial intelligence. Hosts delve into an eye-opening interview with experts from Checkpoint Research—Pedro Drimel  and Sven Rath—who were integral to uncovering this next-gen cyber threat. Learn how Void Link's design, rapid development, and sophisticated features signify a new age in malware creation, and understand the implications for cybersecurity, particularly in cloud and Linux environments. This episode provides a compelling look into the tools and methodologies behind the groundbreaking find, and a rare glimpse into the evolving landscape of AI-driven cyber threats.
LINK TO CHECKPOINT RESEARCH PAPER: 
https://research.checkpoint.com/2026/voidlink-early-ai-generated-malware-framework/
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00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message
00:19 AI-Generated Malware: The Void Link Case
03:16 Interview with Checkpoint Researchers
04:05 Background of the Researchers
06:56 Discovering Void Link
10:27 Analyzing the Malware
14:46 AI's Role in Malware Development
19:55 Implications and Future of AI in Cybersecurity
21:21 Introduction to IDE and Agent Support
21:45 Jailbreaking AI Models for Malware Development
22:24 Challenges and Implications of AI in Malware
23:43 AI's Role in Malware Detection and Development
26:35 The Future of AI in Cybersecurity
32:30 Operational Security and AI Limitations
33:59 Concluding Thoughts and Future Research
36:28 Final Remarks and Acknowledgements
37:32 Show Wrap-Up and Sponsor Message