Security This Week

Carl Franklin

Enterprise security topics are discussed through the lens of current events, which catapult us into a discussion about hacking methods, security measures, and outcomes. Your hosts are Carl Franklin, Patrick Hynds, and Duane LaFlotte read less
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Bitcoin ATMs Hacked for $1.5 Million
5d ago
Bitcoin ATMs Hacked for $1.5 Million
Hackers drain bitcoin ATMs of $1.5 million by exploiting zero-day bug.
Bitcoin ATMs Hacked for $1.5 Million
5d ago
Bitcoin ATMs Hacked for $1.5 Million
Hackers drain bitcoin ATMs of $1.5 million by exploiting zero-day bug.
How Likely is a TikTok Ban?
Mar 18 2023
How Likely is a TikTok Ban?
The US wants to ban TikTok. How likely is this to happen, and what are the consequences?
Uh Oh. Bitwarden has a Security Flaw!
Mar 11 2023
Uh Oh. Bitwarden has a Security Flaw!
Hackers might be able to crack this top password manager and steal your logins!
Holy Crap! My Fridge is on TikTok!
Mar 4 2023
Holy Crap! My Fridge is on TikTok!
Carl is horrified at how hackable your smart TV actually is!
Twitter is NOT SECURE!
Feb 25 2023
Twitter is NOT SECURE!
Twitter is removing an essential security feature, putting millions of accounts at risk.
The Sushi Terrorist
Feb 18 2023
The Sushi Terrorist
Now you HAVE to listen, don't you?
Duane says this ESXi exploit is "awesome!"
Feb 11 2023
Duane says this ESXi exploit is "awesome!"
So, you better pay attention to it!
The Cyberwar Intensifies
Feb 4 2023
The Cyberwar Intensifies
Russia targets Windows domains in Ukraine, ratcheting up tensions that are spilling over into the physical war.
Beware of Lightbulbs Sending DNS Requests
Jan 28 2023
Beware of Lightbulbs Sending DNS Requests
Learn how China may be spying on you via 'smart' devices.
You might have to fight a Gorn!
Jan 21 2023
You might have to fight a Gorn!
More news about password managers, MSI secure boot woes, Cacti, Cisco, and the differences between Picard and Kirk.
Who Can We Trust with our Passwords?
Jan 14 2023
Who Can We Trust with our Passwords?
Following up on last week's show, we look at alternatives to LastPass
LastPass Leak Update!
Jan 7 2023
LastPass Leak Update!
Since Christmas, some new information has come out about the latest LastPass leak.
Bad Santas with a Side of LastPass Hash
Dec 24 2022
Bad Santas with a Side of LastPass Hash
A mom got booted from the Radio City Music Hall due to facial recognition. Oh yeah, LastPass hackers actually stole keys
Duane's Neighbor Busted in Russian Spy Ring!
Dec 17 2022
Duane's Neighbor Busted in Russian Spy Ring!
No joke!
Attack of the AI Chat Bot!
Dec 10 2022
Attack of the AI Chat Bot!
Yes, it's fascinating, but it's also dangerous!
Oops! LastPass Got Breached Again
Dec 3 2022
Oops! LastPass Got Breached Again
LastPass got breached. What you need to know.
Government go for security. No get.
Nov 26 2022
Government go for security. No get.
US Federal Network Hacked. Doh!
Beware of Mastadon's Bearing Gifts
Nov 19 2022
Beware of Mastadon's Bearing Gifts
Mastodon Users are Vulnerable to Password-Stealing Attacks!
Security Scanner Leaks Data!
Nov 12 2022
Security Scanner Leaks Data!
Experts Find URLScan Security Scanner Inadvertently Leaks Sensitive URLs and Data! Oh No!
Beware of Geek Squad Scams
Nov 5 2022
Beware of Geek Squad Scams
The Geek Squad is a great service. The brand is being exploited, and non-techy people are vulnerable!