Phishing Scams, Leaked Stream Keys, Zero-Day Android Vulnerabilities, and Bounties on Russian Hackers In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love discusses several critical cybersecurity issues. Attackers are using iCloud calendar invites for phishing scams, leveraging Apple’s system to…
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Hackers Say Thanks For Lousy Security In Large Fast Food Chain
Cybersecurity Today: Ghost Action Campaign, SalesLoft Breach, AI Vulnerabilities, and Restaurant Security Flaws Host David Shipley discusses the latest in cybersecurity, including the Ghost Action Campaign which compromised over 3000 secrets from GitHub repositories, the SalesLoft breach affecting major cybersecurity…
From CVE To Cyber Attack In Minutes With AI: Cybersecurity Today
The Future of Cybersecurity: AI, Exploits, and the CVE Database In this special crossover episode of Cybersecurity Today and Hashtag Trending, the hosts explore the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in cybersecurity. The conversation begins with an overview of the…
Reminder of this week’s schedule and preview of Weekend Edition.
For this short week we had episodes on Tuesday and Thursday. We’ll return to our Monday, Wednesday and Friday schedule starting next Monday. But we have an interview this weekend with the researchers who have issued a proof of concept…
Cloudflare Fends Off A Record Breaking 11.5 Tbps DDoS Attack
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love covers the latest and most critical stories in the world of cyber threats and digital defense: • Cloudflare fends off a record-breaking 11.5 Tbps DDoS attack, highlighting the relentless scale and…
1,000 Developers Compromised By NX Build System Breach
Cybersecurity Today: Major Attacks on NX Build System, Sitecore, and Salesforce In this episode, David Shipley covers a string of significant cybersecurity breaches and vulnerabilities. Highlights include a compromise of the NX build system affecting over 1000 developers, remote code…
Cybersecurity Today: Month In Review Panel for August 2025
Cybersecurity Today: Navigating AI Advancements and Future Trends In this episode of ‘Cybersecurity Today,’ host Jim Love and panelists Tammy Harper, Laura Payne, and David Shipley discuss recent developments in cybersecurity, shifting focus to AI’s impact on the industry. They…
Zipline Phishing, Google Urges Password Resets, and AI-Driven Threats: Cybersecurity Today
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love delves into the latest cyber threats and risks. Key topics include the new phishing campaign Zipline that flips traditional tactics, Google’s call for 2.5 billion Gmail users to reset passwords due…
A Simple Phrase Defeats GPT5 Security
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love discusses recent developments in cybersecurity, including a method to bypass GPT5 model safeguards, malware issues in the Google Play Store, NIST’s new AI-specific security controls, and a cyber attack that led…
From CVE To Cyber Attack In Minutes With AI: Cybersecurity Today
Host David Shipley explores the latest in cybersecurity, including the rapid development of AI-generated exploits for critical vulnerabilities, record-high searches of digital devices at US borders, and a fired developer jailed for sabotaging his former employer. Additionally, the episode highlights…
The Evolving Landscape of Cybersecurity Training: Effective Strategies and Misleading Headlines
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love explores the complex dynamics of cybersecurity training with guests Michael Joyce and David Shipley. They discuss the importance of continuous awareness and the temporal decay of training effects. The conversation…
Cybersecurity Today: Massive Data Exposures, Microsoft Failures, and PayPal Breach Claims
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love covers a range of recent cybersecurity incidents. A major privacy failure has hit Elon Musk’s Grok chatbot, exposing over 370,000 private conversations with sensitive information. Microsoft’s recent security update has caused…
Cybersecurity Breaches: Salesforce, Workday, and Critical Infrastructure Hacked
In today’s episode of ‘Cybersecurity Today,’ hosted by Jim Love, we cover several key issues in the cybersecurity landscape. Firstly, a breach involving Workday and social engineering attacks targeting Salesforce customers is discussed. Next, the risks posed by a recent…
Breaking Cybersecurity News: Canada’s House of Commons Breached and Windows 10 Support Ending Soon
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley reports from Fredericton, New Brunswick, amidst severe forest fires. The main story covers a data breach in Canada’s House of Commons involving parliamentary employee information, attributed to a recent Microsoft…
Exploring the Ransomware Ecosystem with Tammy Harper
In this episode of ‘Cybersecurity Today,’ the host welcomes Tammy Harper from Flair.io for an in-depth exploration into the ransomware ecosystem. Tammy, a seasoned threat intelligence researcher and certified dark web investigator, shines a light on the complex world of…
300 Million In Crypto Fraud Funds Frozen: Cybersecurity Today
Cyber Crime Crackdown: $300 Million in Crypto Frozen, FBI Accounts Hacked, and Critical Microsoft Patches Released In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love covers major recent events in cybercrime and cybersecurity. Over $300 million in cryptocurrency tied to…
Urgent Vulnerabilities: Patching Exchange, Citrix, and Fortinet
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley covers critical security updates and vulnerabilities affecting Microsoft Exchange, Citrix NetScaler, and Fortinet SSL VPNs. With over 29,000 unpatched Exchange servers posing a risk for admin escalation and potential full domain…
Cyber Attacks, Jailbreaking GPT-5, and Hacker Summer Camp 2025 Highlights
In today’s episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley covers critical updates on recent cyber attacks and breaches impacting the US Federal judiciary’s case management systems, and SonicWall firewall compromises. He also discusses researchers’ new jailbreak method against GPT-5, which…
Cybersecurity Today Month In Review: August 9, 2025
Cybersecurity Today: July Review – Massive Lawsuits, AI Warnings, and Major Breaches In this episode of Cybersecurity Today: The Month in Review, host Jim Love and an expert panel, including David Shipley, Anton Levaja, and Tammy Harper, discuss the most…
Cybersecurity Alerts: Black Hat Exposes AI and Firmware Vulnerabilities
In this episode, host Jim Love thanks listeners for their support of his book ‘Elisa, A Tale of Quantum Kisses,’ which is available for 99 cents on Kindle. The show then dives into pressing cybersecurity issues discussed at Black Hat…
Cybersecurity Threats and Trends: From North Korean Spies to AI-Driven Attacks
In this episode, host Jim Love explores a variety of pressing cybersecurity threats and developments. The episode begins with an invitation for listeners to share their summer reading choices. The main content highlights include North Korean operatives infiltrating US companies…
Cybersecurity Today: Hamilton’s Ransomware Crisis and Emerging AI and OAuth Threats
In this episode of ‘Cybersecurity Today,’ host David Chipley discusses several major security incidents and threats. Hamilton, Ontario faces a $5 million insurance denial following a ransomware attack due to incomplete deployment of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). The episode also highlights…
Combating the Grandparent Scam: A Deep Dive into Cybersecurity and Law Enforcement Efforts
This episode explores the ‘Grandparent Scam,’ a prevalent and profitable fraud targeting seniors by exploiting their concern for their grandchildren. Experts Deirdre and John from Ireland’s National Cybersecurity Center and the Ontario Provincial Police share insights into the scam’s mechanics,…
Cybersecurity Today: Supply Chain Attacks, St. Paul’s Cyber Emergency, and Ingram Micro’s Data Breach
In this episode, the host Jim Love discusses the increasing sophistication of supply chain attacks, starting with an account of a blockchain developer who lost $500,000 due to a malicious extension in a popular AI-powered coding tool. The episode also…
Cybersecurity Today: Major Data Leaks, Airline Disruptions, Malware in Games, and AI Bypasses Captchas
In this episode of ‘Cybersecurity Today,’ host Jim Love covers several significant cybersecurity incidents. Hackers disrupt all Aeroflot flights, causing massive delays in Russia. The women-only dating app ‘Tea’ faces a second serious data leak, exposing 1.1 million private messages.…
Amazon AI Tool Hacked, Scattered Spider Attacks VMware, and Major Ransomware Takedown | Cybersecurity Today
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley covers several key incidents impacting the cybersecurity landscape. Amazon’s generative AI coding assistant ‘Q’ was compromised by a hacker who injected data-wiping code into the tool’s GitHub repository. Scattered Spider, a…
The Evolution and Defense Against Advanced Phishing Attacks
This is repeat of a broadcast from last October, still relevant, especially in the light of so many current breaches which have begun not with technical weaknesses but with phishing and social engineering. In this deeper dive episode of…
Sharepoint Hack Reaches Crisis Level and more: Cybersecurity Today for July 25, 2025
The recent Sharepoint hack is spreading like wildfire through unpatched systems. All this and more on today’s episode with guest host David Shipley. This article has been indexed from Cybersecurity Today Read the original article: Sharepoint Hack Reaches Crisis Level…
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NPM Linter Packages Hijacked, Microsoft’s China Issue, and AI in Phishing Attacks: Cybersecurity Today:
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley discusses several pressing cybersecurity issues. First, popular NPM Linter packages were hijacked via phishing to spread malware, affecting millions of downloads. Concurrently, Ukrainian CERT uncovers new phishing campaigns tied to APT28…
Exploring the Dark Side of AI: Risks, Consciousness, and Responsibility
The Cybersecurity Today episode revisits a discussion on the risks and implications of AI hosted by Jim Love, with guests Marcel Gagné and John Pinard. They discuss the ‘dark side of AI,’ covering topics like AI misbehavior, the misuse of…
Cybersecurity Today: DNS Malware, SonicWall Backdoor, Military Breach, and BigONE Crypto Hack
In today’s episode, host Jim Love covers recent cybersecurity threats, including malware hidden in DNS records, a custom backdoor targeting SonicWall SMA devices, the US military assuming a network compromise after Chinese hackers targeted VPNs and email servers, and a…
Cybersecurity Today: GPU Vulnerabilities, Microsoft’s Security Overhaul, and Major Flaws in Automotive Bluetooth
In this episode hosted by Jim Love, ‘Cybersecurity Today’ celebrates its recognition as number 10 on the Feed Spot list of Canadian News Podcasts and approaches a milestone of 10 million downloads. Key topics include new research identifying Nvidia GPUs…
Urgent Cyber Threats: Citrix Exploit, Fortinet RCE, and AI Vulnerabilities
In this episode of ‘Cybersecurity Today,’ hosted by David Shipley from the Exchange Security 2025 conference, urgent updates are provided on critical cybersecurity vulnerabilities and threats. CISA mandates a 24-hour patch for Citrix NetScaler due to a severe vulnerability actively…
Cybersecurity Month in Review: Key Insights and Emerging Threats July 11, 2025
In this episode of ‘Cybersecurity: Today’s Month in Review,’ the panel of experts, including Laura Payne, David Shipley, and new guest Tammy Harper, delve into major cybersecurity stories from the past month. Discussions range from the recent arrest of a…
Cybersecurity Today: Marks and Spencer Hack, Brazilian Bank Breach, and McDonald’s Data Vulnerability
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love discusses major updates on the recent cyber attack on Marks and Spencer, revealing new details and arrests. The breach involved sophisticated social engineering that infiltrated the company’s network through an IT…
AI Threats, Enterprise Security, and Google’s Confusing Gemini Release: Cybersecurity Today
In this episode of ‘Cybersecurity Today,’ host Jim Love discusses the recent deep fake attack on high-ranking US government officials using AI voice cloning technology. The conversation highlights the growing ease and risks of AI-generated impersonations. The episode also…
Ingram Micro Ransomware Attack and the Rise of Linux SSH Server Compromises
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley discusses the recent Safe Play ransomware attack on technology distributor Ingram Micro, exploring its impact and ongoing recovery efforts. The script also examines a new campaign targeting misconfigured Linux servers to…
AI and Cybersecurity: A Deep Dive into Enterprise Applications and Digital Sovereignty with Krish Banerjee
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love engages in a comprehensive conversation with Krish Banerjee, the Canada Managing Director at Accenture for AI and Data. They delve into the stark difference between perceived and actual preparedness for cybersecurity…
Criminal Organizations Exploit UTS, Airlines Hit by Cyber Attacks, and Supreme Court Upholds Porn ID Law
In today’s episode of Cybersecurity Today, hosted by David Shipley, a report from the US Department of Justice unveils how criminal organizations use Ubiquitous Technical Surveillance (UTS) to track and kill FBI informants. Hawaiian Airlines experiences a cyber attack, potentially…
Bridging the Gap: AI and Cybersecurity in the Enterprise
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love is joined by Krish Banerjee, the Canada Managing Director at Accenture for AI and Data. They begin the discussion with a report from Accenture that highlights the gap between the perceived…
Max Severity Flaws, Massive Exploits, and AI Security: A Cybersecurity Briefing
In this episode of ‘Cybersecurity Today,’ host Jim Love discusses urgent cybersecurity threats and concerns. Cisco has issued emergency patches for two maximum severity vulnerabilities in its Identity Services Engine (ISE) that could allow complete network takeover; organizations are urged…
Cybersecurity Today: Balancing Trust, Risks, and Innovations
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love discusses various pressing issues and trends in the realm of cybersecurity. The episode starts with a revelation from Okta’s 2025 Customer Identity Trends report, which highlights the conflicting digital behaviors of…
Cybersecurity Today: Chinese Hackers Target Canadian Telco, U.S. on Alert for Iranian Cyber Retaliation, and Sitecore XB Critical Vulnerability
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, hosted by David Shipley, key cybersecurity incidents and threats are discussed. The Canadian Center for Cybersecurity revealed a breach by Chinese state-sponsored hackers of a Canadian telco, with further threats expected to continue targeting…
AI Vulnerabilities and the Gentle Singularity: A Deep Dive with Project Synapse
In this thought-provoking episode of Project Synapse, host Jim and his friends Marcel Gagne and John Pinard delve into the complexities of artificial intelligence, especially in the context of cybersecurity. The discussion kicks off by revisiting a blog post by…
Exposing Cybersecurity Threats: Breaches, Vulnerabilities, and Evolving Malware
In this episode of ‘Cybersecurity Today,’ host Jim Love discusses several alarming cybersecurity developments. A recent Washington Post breach raises critical questions about Microsoft 365’s enterprise security as foreign government hackers compromised the email accounts of journalists. Additionally, a critical…
Scattered Spider Targets US Insurance, Microsoft Zero-Day, Major Database Breach, and AI Poison Pill
In this episode, host Jim Love delves into recent cybersecurity threats and breakthroughs. The notorious Scattered Spider hacker group has shifted its focus to US insurance companies after attacking UK retailers earlier this year. Microsoft’s urgent security updates address active…
Cybersecurity Today: WestJet Cyber Incident, Anubis Ransomware Evolution, Discord Exploits, and Google Cloud Outage
Host David Shipley discusses several critical cybersecurity incidents and developments. WestJet, Canada’s second-largest airline, faced a cybersecurity breach impacting its mobile app and internal systems. The airline is working with law enforcement to investigate while emphasizing the integrity of its…
The Secret CISO: Navigating the Human and Technical Challenges in Cybersecurity
In this episode of ‘Cybersecurity Today,’ hosts John Pinard and Jim Love introduce their unique show, ‘The Secret CISO,’ which aims to dive deep into the lives and thoughts of CISOs and similar roles, beyond the usual interview-style format. The…
AI Security Threats: Echo Leak, MCP Vulnerabilities, Meta’s Privacy Scandal, and the ‘Peep Show’
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love discusses critical AI-related security issues, such as the Echo Leak vulnerability in Microsoft’s AI, MCP’s universal integration risks, and Meta’s privacy violations in Europe. The episode also explores the dangers…
Cybersecurity Today: State-Backed ChatGPT Misuse, Dark Gaboon Attacks, and Starlink Installation Controversy
This episode of ‘Cybersecurity Today’ hosted by Jim Love covers various significant events in the cybersecurity landscape. OpenAI has banned multiple ChatGPT accounts linked to state-sponsored hackers from countries including China, Russia, North Korea, Iran, and the Philippines for developing…
Cybersecurity Today: Massive Smart TV Botnets and Major US Cyber Policy Overhaul
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley delves into alarming developments in the cybersecurity landscape. The FBI has flagged a massive malware campaign named Bad Box 2.0, which has compromised 1 million consumer devices globally, turning them into…
Cybersecurity Month in Review: Uncovering Digital and Physical Threats
In this episode of the ‘Cybersecurity Today: The Month in Review’ show, host Jim welcomes regular guests Laura Payne and David Shipley, along with newcomer Anton Levaja. The trio dives deep into various cybersecurity stories, analyzing trends, threats, and…
Cyber Extortion, Ukraine’s Cyber Offensive, and Chrome Trust Shake-up
Cybersecurity Today, hosted by Jim Love, delves into the latest in cyber threats. Cyber criminals have breached 20 organizations via convincing fake IT support calls, targeting Salesforce data for extortion. Ukraine’s intelligence claims a significant cyber operation against Russia’s…
Emergency Patches, Ransomware Exposes, and Rising QR Code Scams
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love discusses the latest urgent security updates and cyber threats. Google has released an emergency Chrome patch to fix a high-severity zero-day vulnerability, while Microsoft issued an emergency patch to resolve Windows…
Cybersecurity Incidents: Eddie Steeler Malware, ConnectWise Breach, and Nova Scotia Power Data Theft
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley discusses several key cyber incidents affecting organizations and individuals. A new rust-based information stealer, known as Eddie Steeler, is being distributed via deceptive CAPTCHA verification pages. ConnectWise, a management software…
Pig Butchering: Operation Shamrock Fights Back
In this episode, the host delves into the alarming rise of ‘pig butchering’ scams, a form of fraud that preys on vulnerable and trusting individuals, often leaving them financially and emotionally devastated. These scams are orchestrated by organized crime…
Cybersecurity Today: Hijacker Scams, Ransomware Attacks, and Summer Travel Threats
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love covers critical updates in the world of cyber threats. The FBI warns of hijackers posing as IT support to infiltrate law firms, a Wisconsin city reveals a ransomware attack affecting…
Phishing Scams, DNS Hijacking, and Cybersecurity Leadership Shakeup
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love explores the intricacies behind phishing emails that cleverly spoof Microsoft addresses, making many fall for scams despite appearing legitimate. Love emphasizes the need for a stringent ‘zero trust’ approach to…
Unraveling Cyber Threats: Ransomware, Kidnapping, and Record-Breaking DDoS Attacks
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley dives into several alarming cyber incidents. The show starts with Nova Scotia Power’s confirmation of a ransomware attack that forced the shutdown of customer-facing systems and led to data being published…
From English Literature to Cybersecurity: A Journey Through Blockchain and Security
LINKS: https://distrust.co/ – Software page with OSS software Linux distro: https://codeberg.org/stagex/stagex Milksad vulnerability: https://milksad.info/ In this episode of Cybersecurity Today on the Weekend, host Jim Love engages in a captivating discussion with Anton Levi from Distrust. Anton shares his unique…
Cybersecurity Threats and Breaches: Critical Updates and Insights
In this episode of Cybersecurity today, host Jim Love reports on various critical cyber threats and data breaches. A newly discovered flaw in Windows Server 2025 allows attackers to seize full domain control, referred to by researchers as the…
Microsoft Emergency Patch, Pwn2Own Berlin 2025 Highlights, and Emerging Cybersecurity Threats
In this episode of ‘Cybersecurity Today,’ host Jim Love discusses several urgent cybersecurity topics. Microsoft has released an emergency patch after a recent Windows update caused BitLocker recovery mode on certain systems, locking users out without warning. The issue stems…
The Monthly Cybersecurity Review: Data Breaches, Ransomware, and Critical Infrastructure
In this episode of ‘Cybersecurity Today’, host Jim Love is joined by panelists Laura Payne from White Tuque and David Shipley from Beauceron Security to review significant cybersecurity events over the past month. The discussion covers various impactful stories such…
Cybersecurity Updates: Major Ransomware Attacks Thwarted and Illegal Marketplaces Shut Down
In this episode, Jim Love discusses significant cybersecurity events including Coinbase’s refusal to pay a $20 million ransom after a data breach, Broadcom’s patch for VMware tools vulnerabilities, and Telegram’s shutdown of two illegal marketplaces handling $35 billion in transactions.…
Mark’s and Spencer Data Breach, Vulnerable Routers, Fortinet Exploits, and New Ransomware Threats
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love covers recent cybersecurity incidents including a data breach at Mark’s and Spencer, the FBI’s alert on outdated routers being exploited, and critical Fortinet vulnerabilities actively used in attacks. Additionally, the episode…
Cyber Threats Target HR, AI Tools, and Critical Infrastructure: A Comprehensive Update
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley covers a range of cyber threats including the Venom Spider malware targeting HR professionals, the emergence of the Noodlofile info stealer disguised as an AI video generator, and misinformation campaigns amid…
Exposing a Government Data Breach: Whistleblower Tells All – Cybersecurity Today Special Report
In this gripping episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love interviews Daniel Berulis, a self-described whistleblower who recently made a significant disclosure to the U.S. Congress. Berulis reveals the shocking details of tenant admin abuse within a governmental cloud environment,…
Critical Cybersecurity Breaches: OneDrive Default Settings, PowerSchool Ransom, and DOGE Staffer Compromises
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love discusses recent cybersecurity breaches and vulnerabilities. Key topics include a security flaw in the new default setting of Microsoft OneDrive, a ransom incident involving PowerSchool that compromised student data, and the…
Critical Cybersecurity Breaches: OneDrive Default Settings, PowerSchuttool Ransom, and Doge Staffer Compromises
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love discusses recent cybersecurity breaches and vulnerabilities. Key topics include a security flaw in the new default setting of Microsoft OneDrive, a ransom incident involving PowerSchuttool that compromised student data, and the…
6 Year Old Sleeper Attack Uncovered, Fake Bank Draft Scam, and Signal Tool Breach
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love delves into a range of alarming cyber incidents. A six-year sleeper supply chain attack has compromised thousands of e-commerce websites, exploiting vulnerabilities in Magento extensions from vendors Tigren, Meetanshi, and Magesolution.…
Signal Version Used In National Security Scandal Has Flaws
Cybersecurity Today: Disney Data Theft, Signal Gate, and Major Apple Vulnerability In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley discusses several key security incidents. Hacker ‘Null Bulge,’ real name Ryan Kramer, pleads guilty to stealing over 1.1 TB of…
Cybersecurity Today: Insights from BSides and RSAC
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love is joined by roving correspondent David Shipley to discuss his experiences at the BSides and RSAC conferences. They dive into the significant takeaways from BSides, including highlights from notable presentations such…
Cybersecurity News Roundup: Book Deals, Retail Attacks, Apple Spyware Alerts, and More
In this episode, host Jim Love discusses various cybersecurity topics including a book deal from CRC Press for those interested in cybersecurity, auditing, and leadership. Major cyber incidents involving two UK retailers, Co-op and Marks & Spencer’s, are detailed, highlighting…
Cybersecurity Incidents: Musk’s Staffers, Canadian Power Utility Attack, and Massive Password Leak
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love discusses several major cybersecurity events. Two members of Elon Musk’s ‘Department of Government Efficiency’ reportedly gained access to classified US nuclear networks, though accounts were never activated. Nova Scotia Power…
Cybersecurity Updates: CEO Legal Troubles, Global Cyber Rules, Microsoft Fix Issues, and AI at B-Side SF
In this episode of ‘Cybersecurity Today’, host David Shipley covers multiple key stories: Veritaco CEO Jeffrey Bowie is charged with attempting to infect a hospital with malware. Global Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) call on world governments to harmonize cybersecurity…
Understanding SaaS Security: Insights, Challenges, and Best Practices
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love delves into the topic of SaaS (Software as a Service) security. Sharing his early experiences promoting SaaS, Jim elaborates on its inevitable rise due to cost-effectiveness and shared development resources. The…
Record-Breaking Cybercrime Losses and Data Breaches in 2024
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley discusses the FBI’s report on cybercrime losses in 2024, which reached a record $16.6 billion, marking a 33% increase from the previous year. The report highlights major types of cyber…
Cybersecurity Today: Virtual Employees, AI Security Agents, and CVE Program Updates
In this episode of ‘Cybersecurity Today,’ host Jim Love discusses various pressing topics in the realm of cybersecurity. Highlights include Anthropic’s prediction on AI-powered virtual employees and their potential security risks, Microsoft’s introduction of AI security agents to mitigate workforce…
Cybersecurity Today: Allegations Against Elon Musk, Microsoft Lockout Issues, Cozy Bear’s New Malware, and Canada’s Anti-Fraud Proposals
Cybersecurity Today: Allegations Against Elon Musk, Microsoft Lockout Issues, Cozy Bear’s New Malware, and Canada’s Anti-Fraud Proposals In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, hosted by David Shipley, we examine several major cybersecurity stories. A whistleblower accuses Elon Musk’s team’s involvement…
The Secret CISO: Insights and Reflections from Cybersecurity Leaders
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today titled ‘The Secret CISO,’ host Jim Love, along with guests Octavia Howell, Daniel Pinsky, and John Pinard, delves into the personal and professional experiences of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs). They share their…
Identity Theft and Tax Records, Purchasing Fake IDs for Hacker Forums and more: Cyber Security Today for April 16, 2025
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, hosted by Jim Love, the show salutes Katie Moussouris of Luta Security for her courage in speaking truth to power. The episode covers various significant news in the cybersecurity world: the explosion of identity…
Fortinet Exploits, Windows INET Folder, and AI Code Risks: Cyber Security Today for April 14
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley discusses several pressing concerns in the cybersecurity landscape. Attackers have been exploiting Fortinet VPN devices to maintain access even after patches were applied; administrators are urged to upgrade and follow recovery…
Insights from a Tech Leader: Interview with TD Bank’s Chief Architect Licenia Rojas
In this captivating interview, host Jim Love sits down with Licenia Rojas, Senior Vice President and Chief Architect at TD Bank. They discuss Licenia’s journey in the technology sector, the importance of mentorship, and the role of continuous learning in…
OpenAI Shuts Down Spammer | New RAT Threatens Windows | WordPress Bug Exploited
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love covers the shutdown of a spammer exploiting OpenAI’s GPT model, a cybersecurity breach at the US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, and a new malware operation called ‘Operation End…
Critical Security Updates and Identity Management Insights
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love covers important security updates and warnings including critical flaws in WinRAR, a patch for a high severity zero-day vulnerability in Windows CLFS, and a security vulnerability in WhatsApp’s Windows desktop application.…
Tax Time Accelerates Phishing Attacks and Cybersecurity Expert Falsifies Credentials: Cyber Security Today for April 7, 2025
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley covers a range of crucial issues. With tax day approaching, Microsoft reports a rise in sophisticated tax-themed phishing campaigns. The IRS has issued a warning against using its name in phishing…
Cybersecurity Month-End Review: Oracle Breach, Signal Group Chat Incident, and Global Cybersecurity Regulations
In this episode of the cybersecurity month-end review, host Jim Love is joined by Daina Proctor from IBM in Ottawa, Randy Rose from The Center for Internet Security from Saratoga Springs, and David Shipley, CEO of Beauceron Security from Fredericton.…
Cybersecurity Today: Unauthorized Scans, Signal App Usage, AI Image Risks, and a Missing Professor
In this episode, host Jim Love discusses a rise in unauthorized network scans targeting Juniper and Palo Alto devices, raising concerns about espionage and botnet activities. The podcast also delves into the controversial use of the Signal app by National…
Cyber Security Alerts: Recent Breaches and EDR Software Vulnerabilities
In this episode of Cyber Security Today, host Jim Love covers several major cybersecurity incidents and vulnerabilities. Key stories include the compromise of Windows Defender and other Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) systems, a data breach on X (formerly…
Canadian Hacker Linked To Anonymous Charged In Texas GOP Hack: Cyber Security Today for March 31, 2025
Cybersecurity Today: Hacktivism, Solar Power Vulnerabilities, and Global Phishing Challenges In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley covers multiple cybersecurity stories including: a Canadian hacker charged for the 2021 Texas GOP hack, vulnerabilities in solar power gear, France’s…
Cyber Security Today Profile Series: Dr. Priscilla Johnson on Environmental Engineering, Water Strategy, and Cyber Intelligence
In this episode, host Jim Love kicks off his new profile series with a deep dive into the compelling career of Dr. Priscilla Johnson, an environmental advocate at the crossroads of technology and sustainability. Dr. Johnson discusses her work in…
Government Officials’ Data Leaks: Cyber Security Today for Friday, March 18, 2025
Exposing Security Flaws: Government Officials’ Data Leaks, Defense Contractor Fines, and Cyber Crime Involvement In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love highlights significant cybersecurity breaches affecting US security officials, a government defense contractor, and a Department of Government…
Oracle Denies Hack Despite Hacker’s Evidence: Cyber Security Today for March 26, 2025
Oracle Denies Cloud Hack & Top Secret Military Leaks: Cybersecurity Today In today’s episode of ‘Cybersecurity Today,’ host Jim Love delves into Oracle’s denial of a claimed breach of its cloud systems, detailing the hacker’s allegations and Oracle’s firm response.…
Oracle Has One Of The Largest Supply Chain Breaches: Cyber Security Today For March 24, 2025
In this episode of ‘Cybersecurity Today,’ host Jim Love covers several major cybersecurity events. A devastating breach at Oracle Cloud Infrastructure has exposed 6 million records affecting 140,000 businesses, linked to a threat actor known as Rose87168. The attack exploited…
The Escalating Cyber Threats Against K-12 Schools: Insights and Solutions: Cyber Security Today
The Escalating Cyber Threats Against K-12 Schools: Insights and Solutions In this episode of ‘Cybersecurity Today,’ host Jim Love discusses the rising trends and severe impacts of cyber attacks on K-12 schools with Randy Rose, VP of Security Operations and…
IBM’s Operating System Is A Perfect 10 – In Terms of Cybersecurity Vulnerability. Cyber Security Today for March 21, 2025
Cybersecurity Today: Critical IBM AIX Vulnerability and Major Browser Exploits Revealed In this episode, host Jim Love discusses pressing cybersecurity issues, including IBM’s AIX operating system scoring a perfect 10 in security vulnerability, leaving critical sectors exposed to remote attacks.…
Cybersecurity Today: Exploited Vulnerabilities and Innovative Threat Mitigations: Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Cybersecurity Today: Exploited Vulnerabilities and Innovative Threat Mitigations In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love discusses several pressing cybersecurity issues including the exploitation of a server-side request forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in OpenAI’s ChatGPT infrastructure (CVE-2024-27564), leading attackers to…
Black Basta’s New Automated Brute Force Tool: Cyber Security Today For Monday, March 17, 2025
Critical Cybersecurity Updates: Ransomware, VPN Breaches, and Microsoft Vulnerabilities In this episode of ‘Cybersecurity Today,’ host Jim Love delves into emerging threats and vulnerabilities in the digital world. The Black Basta Ransomware Group has created a brute force tool to…
Unveiling Cyber Security Insights: Research Report with David Shipley
Unveiling Cyber Security Insights with David Shipley: The Truth Behind Phishing and Technology Bias Join Jim Love and cybersecurity expert David Shipley in this insightful episode of ‘Cyber Security Today.’ They delve into the realities of phishing in the workplace,…