Cybersecurity Today

Cybersecurity 2025: Predictions, Challenges, and AI Impacts Welcome to Cybersecurity Today with your host, Jim Love! In this special episode, our expert panel looks ahead to 2025, discussing potential cybersecurity threats and emerging themes. Featuring Laura Payne from White Tuque, Daina Proctor from IBM, and David Shipley, CEO and culture critic from Beauceron Security, the panel dives into significant topics such as the recent Power Schools data theft, the anticipated surge in SaaS provider attacks, and the evolution of AI in the workforce. They also address crucial issues in public institutions, phishing vulnerabilities, and the looming threat of quantum computing. Tune in for an engaging and thought-provoking discussion on the future of cybersecurity. 00:00 Introduction and Panelist Introduction 00:35 Major Cybersecurity Incidents of 2024 03:40 The Impact of SaaS Provider Breaches 06:59 Challenges in Cybersecurity Culture and Practices 18:39 Global Cybersecurity Threats and Geopolitical Implications 24:04 The Pitfalls of Regulation Implementation 25:02 The Checklist Mentality in Security 26:36 The Role of AI in Modern Workplaces 27:54 The Dangers of Blind Faith in Technology 30:33 The Rise of AI Employees 40:37 Quantum Computing and AI: The Future 45:14 Resolutions and Reflections for the New Year

Cybersecurity Alert: Free VPN Risks, Packers' Data Breach, and SonicWall Vulnerability In this episode, host Jim Love delves into critical cybersecurity issues including the hidden dangers of free VPNs, a payment skimmer attack on the Green Bay Packers’ online pro shop, and a severe vulnerability in SonicWall’s SonicOS firmware. Learn why 90% of free VPNs can compromise your security, the impact of the Packers' data breach affecting 8,500 fans, and the urgent need to update SonicWall devices to prevent potential exploitation. Stay informed to protect your privacy and data! 00:00 The Hidden Dangers of Free VPNs 02:30 The Green Bay Packers Payment Skimmer Attack 04:35 SonicWall's Critical Vulnerability Alert 06:29 Show Wrap-Up and Weekend Preview

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