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 portability across platforms. Emphasizing the importance of robust cybersecurity measures and user education, the discussion highlights advancements in passwordless authentication, as demonstrated by major implementations from companies like Amazon. This episode offers an in-depth look at current cybersecurity challenges and forward-thinking solutions in the realm of user authentication.

00:00 Introduction and Show Format Update
00:48 Canadian Banking Cybersecurity Concerns
01:14 Survey Insights and Financial Sector Responses
03:25 Customer Concerns and Communication Gaps
04:17 Financial Impact of Data Breaches
05:13 Apple's SSL/TLS Certificate Lifespan Proposal
06:20 Google's Push for Shorter Certificate Lifespans
07:24 23andMe Data Breach Settlement
09:55 FIDO Alliance and Passwordless Authentication
12:38 Conclusion and Show Notes

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 encryption. Jim also shares practical advice on staying vigilant against such cyber threats.

00:00 Introduction and Schedule Update
00:22 Cybersecurity News Highlights
00:44 Internet Archive's Wayback Machine Breach
02:06 Sophisticated AI-Driven Gmail Phishing Scams
05:45 Quantum Computing Breakthrough in Encryption
07:10 Conclusion and Sign-Off

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 AI specialization and sovereignty, and the necessity for organizations to adapt encryption in preparation for quantum computing breakthroughs. Tune in for insights on current technology trends and strategies to harness emerging tools effectively.

00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:42 Meet Brian Jackson
01:51 Brian's Role at InfoTech
02:47 Tech Trends 2025
04:07 AI Opportunities and Risks
05:41 Quantum Computing and Cryptography
06:29 Digital Humans and Deepfakes
09:22 AI in Business Applications
22:32 AI Sovereignty and Cost Management
33:48 Quantum Computing in Practice
38:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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 cyberattacks on tech job seekers are detailed. These incidents emphasize the importance of robust cybersecurity measures and industry regulations.

00:00 Major Data Breaches: Internet Archive and Fidelity
00:26 Internet Archive Breach: Details and Impact
01:49 Fidelity Data Breach: What Happened?
03:17 National Public Data Files for Bankruptcy
05:23 North Korean Hackers Target Tech Job Seekers
07:38 Conclusion and Resources

Cybersecurity Alert: White House Urges Insurance Reform & Major Hacks Revealed

In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love covers significant developments in cybersecurity policy and breaches. The White House, represented by U.S. Deputy National Security Advisor Ann Neuberger, calls for an end to insurance policies that incentivize ransomware payments. The episode also discusses a major ransomware attack affecting Comcast and highlights a significant breach by China-backed hackers targeting U.S. telecom providers. Additionally, American Water faces a security breach impacting its customer systems. The episode emphasizes the growing threats and debates around cybersecurity practices.

00:00 Introduction and Headlines
00:41 White House Calls to End Ransomware Payments
02:11 Comcast Data Breach Exposes 230,000 Customers
03:57 Chinese Hackers Compromise U.S. Telecom Systems
06:24 American Water Cybersecurity Incident
08:02 Conclusion and Show Notes

Cybersecurity Today: Cloudflare's DDoS Victory, Russian Hacker Arrests, and Truth Social Scams

In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love discusses Cloudflare's successful mitigation of the largest recorded DDoS attack, showcasing the company's advanced defense capabilities. The episode also covers the arrest of nearly 100 individuals in Russia linked to illegal cryptocurrency transactions and ransomware laundering through the Crypteks crypto exchange. Additionally, it highlights Truth Social's vulnerability to pig butchering scams, where users face significant financial losses. These stories reflect ongoing cybersecurity challenges and responses from different stakeholders.

00:00 Introduction and Headlines
00:28 Cloudflare's DDoS Defense Triumph
02:57 Russia's Crackdown on Cryptex Crypto Exchange
04:57 Truth Social's Pig Butchering Scams
07:02 Conclusion and Show Notes

Unveiling the Truth: Insights into Cyber Security Awareness and Phishing

In a special crossover episode of Cyber Security Today and Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love discusses the biases and challenges in technology marketing research with guest David Shipley, head of Beauceron Security. The conversation examines the significance of security awareness, focusing on phishing simulations. Shipley shares insights from his research, emphasizing the optimal frequency of monthly phishing tests and the importance of reporting rates. The episode also covers the psychological aspects of cyber security, sustainability of gamification in training, and highlights the need for balancing training demands to avoid negative impacts of overtraining. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on the insights shared and respond with their thoughts on the program's format.

00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:15 The Problem with Technology Marketing Research
00:46 Bias in Research and Media
01:33 Importance of Objective Research
02:24 Introducing David Shipley and His Research
03:08 Understanding Human Behavior in Cybersecurity
05:38 Phishing Research and Findings
07:19 Effective Phishing Simulations
15:02 Insights from Phishing Data
22:14 The Importance of Reporting and Feedback
22:32 Multi-Channel Communication Strategies
23:53 Gamification and Personal Cyber Risk Scores
25:16 Behavioral Economics in Cybersecurity
27:07 The Impact of Intrinsic Motivation
29:22 The Role of Psychology in Cybersecurity
30:15 The Framing Effect and Security Perception
32:19 Optimism Bias and Security Awareness
35:00 The Dunning-Kruger Effect in Training
37:29 Anchoring Bias and Phishing Indicators
39:03 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts

Cybersecurity Today: NVD Backlogs & Emerging Threats

Host Jim Love discusses the backlog in the National Vulnerability Database and its implications for cybersecurity, highlighting two new Linux vulnerabilities. The episode also covers a sophisticated malware, Perfctl, attacking Linux servers, vulnerabilities in CUPS, and security risks of Meta's smart glasses. Additionally, insights are provided from a CIRA study on ransomware payment trends and the challenges posed by AI in cybersecurity. The podcast ends with announcements for new vulnerability threats and a preview of upcoming research with co-host David Shipley.

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Promotion
00:45 National Vulnerability Database Backlog
02:54 Linux Vulnerabilities: Perfctl Malware
04:42 CUPS Vulnerability Alert
05:56 Privacy Concerns with Meta's Smart Glasses
07:23 Critical Vulnerabilities in Zimbra and Ivanti
08:55 CIRA's Ransomware Study Insights
12:12 AI in Cybersecurity: Survey Findings
14:02 Conclusion and Upcoming Features