Phishmas Alert: Tackling Holiday Season Cyber Threats In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, the weekend show, the host is joined by guest David Shipley to discuss the rise in phishing activities during the holiday season, humorously dubbed 'Phishmas.' They delve into the psychology behind phishing, the impact of seasonal stress on individuals, and the tactics cybercriminals use to exploit these conditions. The episode also highlights recent research on phishing trends, the broader scope of...

Cybersecurity Today: Zero Day Flaws, FinTech Breach, Phishing Scams & More In today's episode, host Jim Love discusses critical updates in the cybersecurity world. Discover the latest zero day vulnerabilities patched by Apple, a significant data breach at Fintech giant Finastra, emerging phishing attack tactics using Microsoft Visio files and SVG attachments, and the launch of a new privacy-focused telecom service, CAPE. Additionally, learn about Google's AI-powered OSS Fuzz tool, which...

Cybersecurity Today: Microsoft Updates, Gen AI Risks, and Liminal Panda Threat In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love discusses major cybersecurity updates from Microsoft's Ignite conference, including enhancements to Windows security and device recovery. A survey by LegitSecurity highlights the security risks associated with generative AI in software development. CrowdStrike reveals Liminal Panda, a Chinese cyber threat to telecoms. Additionally, a report from the EPA's...

Cybersecurity Today: GitHub Attacks & Microsoft's November Patch Tuesday Updates In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love highlights critical cybersecurity updates. The episode covers malicious attacks on GitHub projects, including an orchestrated attempt to frame Texas-based security researcher Mike Bell, and the associated impact on open-source repositories. Additionally, Microsoft's November Patch Tuesday is discussed in detail, with over 90 security issues disclosed,...

Cybersecurity Today - Weekend Edition: Project Synapse, AI in Action (Episode 2) In this episode of Cybersecurity Today with host Jim Love, we dive into the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity, continuing our exploration in the series Project Synapse. Joined by Linux and open-source expert Marcel Gagné and cybersecurity professional John Pinard, we discuss practical applications of AI in business, strategies to implement AI securely, and the rapid technological...

Holiday Cyber Threats, Secret Service Surveillance & AI Safety with DOE In today's episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love covers essential cybersecurity topics heating up this holiday season. A new report from B4AI unveils sophisticated scams targeting online shoppers, including brand spoofing, fake apps, and fraudulent sites designed to steal credentials. Jim also delves into the U.S. Secret Service’s controversial use of location data without warrants, exploring the debate over...

In this episode, we discuss urgent cybersecurity concerns: Cisco's critical vulnerability affecting industrial wireless systems with a CVSS 10 rating, D-Link's refusal to patch severe flaws in over 60,000 outdated NAS devices, and Amazon's data breach tied to the MoveIT vulnerability. We'll also cover the importance of strong off-boarding processes, drawing lessons from a Disney insider threat incident involving a former employee. Join us as we dive deep into the latest security alerts and...

CyberSecurity Today: Zip File Attacks, iPhone Reboots, and LLM Vulnerabilities In today's episode, host Jim Love discusses hackers leveraging zip file concatenation to evade detection, mysterious iPhone reboots hindering police investigations, and Mozilla's Odin's in-depth analysis of security issues in a large language model. Discover how cybercriminals hide Trojans in zip files, how the iOS 18 feature Before First Unlock (BFU) could be affecting forensic examinations, and explore the...

Jailbreaking AI: Behind the Guardrails with Mozilla's Marco Figueroa In this episode of 'Cyber Security Today,' host Jim Love talks with Marco Figueroa, the Gen AI Bug Bounty Program Manager for Mozilla's ODIN project. They explore the challenges and methods of bypassing guardrails in large language models like ChatGPT. Discussion points include jailbreaking, hexadecimal encoding, and the use of techniques like Deceptive Delight. Marco shares insights from his career, including his...

FBI Warnings, TikTok's Canadian Shutdown, Major Data Breach Arrests & More | Cybersecurity Today In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love highlights the FBI's warning about growing phishing attacks exploiting government email credentials, leading to potential data theft and ransomware attacks. The Canadian government orders TikTok to shut down its domestic operations over national security fears, while the app plans to fight the decision. Authorities arrest Alexander Connor...

AI Finds Zero Day Vulnerability, MFA Mandatory on Google Cloud, French Energy Firm Hacked In today's episode of Cyber Security Today, host Jim Love discusses Google's AI-driven system Big Sleep discovering the first ever AI-identified zero day vulnerability in the SQLite database engine. He also covers Google's new requirement for Google Cloud users to implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) starting January, and a recent cyber-attack on French firm Schneider Electric, where hackers...

Chinese Cybersecurity Threats: Espionage in Silicon Valley, Canadian Government Infiltration, and Persistent Botnets In this special edition of Cyber Security Today, host Jim Love discusses three alarming stories illustrating the increasing cybersecurity threats posed by China. The episode details China's espionage activities in Silicon Valley, including a Google employee caught stealing AI trade secrets, the infiltration of Canadian government systems by Chinese state-sponsored hackers, and...

Welcome to the weekend edition of Cybersecurity Today! Join host Jim Love as he delves into the top cybersecurity stories of the month with industry experts David Shipley of Beauceron Security, Terry Cutler of Cyology Labs, and special guest Kim Schreader from TELUS. This episode covers a range of vital topics, including AI's impact on cybersecurity, the alarming rise in API vulnerabilities, and a shocking report on the Canadian Revenue Agency's fraud losses. The panel also discusses...

Cyber Security Today: Deceptive Delight Jailbreak, API Vulnerabilities Surge, Hex Attack on GPT-4 In this episode of Cyber Security Today, host Jim Love discusses the new jailbreak technique 'Deceptive Delight' that highlights vulnerabilities in large language models, the 21% increase in API vulnerabilities reported by Wallarm, and the hex-encoded attack on OpenAI's GPT-4. Learn about the significant rise in API security threats, including misconfigurations and cloud-native software...

Massive CRA Breach Exposed & Cyber Challenges in Healthcare and Retail In this episode of Cyber Security Today, host Jim Love delves into the significant cyber security incidents impacting Canada, healthcare, and retail sectors. A report from CBC and Radio Canada reveals that the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has been compromised multiple times, leading to tens of thousands of hacked tax accounts and millions in fraudulent refunds. The episode also highlights a new report from Forescout...

In today's episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love covers stories including, Cisco releases an emergency patch for a vulnerability exploited in brute force attacks, Delta Airlines sues CrowdStrike over a problematic software update leading to flight disruptions, UnitedHealth confirms the massive data breach at Change Healthcare affecting 100 million people, and Apple announces a $1 million bug bounty for hacking Apple Intelligence servers. Stay informed on these pivotal issues impacting...

Mastering Cybersecurity: From AI Threats to Quantum Encryption - Insights with CDW Join host Jim Love in a riveting discussion with Ivo Wiens, Field CTO for CDW Canada, as they review CDW's cyber security research and discussions with CISO's about the state of cyber security in Canada.  Delve into the sophistication of cyber attacks driven by organized crime and nation-states, and learn about the importance of cyber security frameworks like zero trust and NIST standards. The conversation...

SEC Fines, WordPress Hacks, & Okta's New Security Standards | Cybersecurity Today Join host Jim Love in this episode of Cybersecurity Today, sponsored by CDW Canada Tech Talks. We delve into the SEC's $7 million fine on four companies for misleading cybersecurity disclosures, the hacking of over 6,000 WordPress sites by malicious plugins, and Okta's introduction of a new identity security standard in response to rising SaaS breaches. Get detailed insights on these key topics and more....

In today's episode of Cyber Security Today, sponsored by CDW Canada Tech Talks, host Jim Love dives into the latest tech news and cybersecurity updates. Key stories include the FBI arrest of Eric Council Jr. for hacking the SEC's social media, the release of VulnHuntr, an AI tool designed to detect zero-day vulnerabilities in Python, and the arrest of two Sudanese brothers running a cybercrime business. Additional updates cover a security flaw in the WordPress Jetpack plugin, ongoing attacks...

Phishing and Cybersecurity: Evolution, Tactics, and Human Factors In this deep dive into the world of cybersecurity, join experts Jim Love and David Shipley as they unravel the ever-evolving landscape of phishing attacks and modern cyber threats. Through discussing the history and sophisticated evolution of phishing, including innovative methods like quishing, vishing, and smishing, this episode reveals the severe impacts on businesses and individuals. Discover how cybercriminals use...

In this episode, host Jim Love delves into sophisticated phishing attacks, cybersecurity initiatives, and significant changes in data security protocols. Listeners will learn about a national survey revealing that 53% of Canadians would switch banks after a data breach and hear insights on Apple's proposal to shorten SSL/TLS certificate lifespans. The episode also covers 23andMe's data breach and settlement, and introduces the FIDO Alliance's new protocol designed to enhance passkey...

Cybersecurity Today: Wayback Machine Read-Only, AI-Driven Phishing, and Quantum Computing Breakthroughs In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love discusses the recent cyber incident with the Internet Archive's Wayback Machine, which is now back online in read-only mode. He outlines sophisticated AI-driven Gmail phishing schemes that are fooling even tech experts and reports on Chinese researchers' breakthrough using a Canadian quantum computer to potentially crack military-grade...

Exploring IT Trends and AI Opportunities with Brian Jackson In this crossover episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love interviews Brian Jackson, Principal Research Director at InfoTech Research Group, to discuss emerging IT trends and their intersection with cybersecurity. The conversation covers AI advancements, quantum computing, and digital humans, focusing on how to leverage technology for business opportunities while mitigating associated risks. Brian also emphasizes the importance of...

Cybersecurity Today: Data Breaches and Malware Threats In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love discusses the hacking incidents involving the Internet Archive and Fidelity, exposing millions of users' data. Highlights include the Internet Archive breach attributed to the Black Meta Hacktivist group, affecting 31 million users, and Fidelity's data breach impacting 77,000 customers. Additionally, the bankruptcy of National Public Data after a massive leak and North Korean...