Cybersecurity Updates: New US Cyber Trust Mark & Rising Threats

In this episode of Cyber Security Today, host Jim Love discusses the launch of the US Cyber Trust Mark, a new cybersecurity safety label for smart devices. The episode also covers increasing Mac OS attacks by North Korean hackers, including the discovery of the Spectral Blur backdoor, and US Treasury sanctions against Integrity Technology Group for supporting Chinese state-sponsored hacking. Tune in for critical insights on these pressing cybersecurity issues.

00:00 Cyber Security Safety Labels for Smart Devices
02:27 North Korean Hackers Targeting Mac OS
04:03 U.S. Sanctions Chinese Cybersecurity Firm
06:24 Conclusion and Contact Information

In this episode, we delve into the latest cybersecurity threats and developments. We cover a new double click exploit that bypasses browser protections and a massive compromise affecting millions of Chrome users through infected extensions. Additionally, we discuss the U.S. Treasury hack linked to Chinese state-sponsored hackers and how CrowdStrike rebounded from the largest IT outage in history. Join host Jim Love to explore these critical issues and understand the implications for both users and organizations.

00:00 Introduction and Headlines
00:25 Browser Exploits: Double Click and Extensions
03:24 U.S. Treasury Breach Linked to Chinese Hackers
06:03 CrowdStrike's Comeback After Major IT Outage
09:43 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Cybersecurity Year in Review: Future Challenges and Industry Insights

Join host Jim Love and a panel of cybersecurity experts—Terry Cutler from Cyology Labs, David Shipley from Beauceron Security, and Laura Payne of White Tuque—as they review the key cybersecurity events of the past year. Topics discussed include the increasing cyber threats to universities, healthcare systems, and critical infrastructure; the importance of proper cybersecurity measures and employee training; the complexities of adopting quantum-safe encryption protocols; and the impact of AI and shadow IT on cybersecurity. The panel concludes with actionable advice for improving organizational cybersecurity posture in the coming year.

00:00 🎄 The 12 Days of Cyber Christmas 🎄
00:29 🔍 Year in Review: Cybersecurity Highlights
00:40 👥 Meet the Expert Panel
01:19 🏫 University Cyber Attacks: A Growing Concern
02:25 🔒 Penetration Testing vs. Vulnerability Scanning
03:09 🛡️ Persistent Threats and Active Directory Issues
06:28 💡 Strategies for Cybersecurity in Universities
07:34 💰 Funding and Legislation for Cybersecurity
13:52 🛠️ Practical Steps for Cybersecurity on a Budget
18:36 🔐 Quantum Readiness and Future Challenges
25:11 Quantum Computing: The Reality and Risks
25:53 Human Ingenuity and Risk Management
26:29 The Future of Cybersecurity: Q Day and Certificate Rotations
28:02 Major Cybersecurity Incidents of the Year
29:41 The Rise of Ransomware and Supply Chain Attacks
35:35 AI in Cybersecurity: Opportunities and Challenges
38:49 Critical Infrastructure Vulnerabilities
47:09 Year-End Reflections and Looking Forward