A podcast that brings you timely stories, news and tips for living securely in a connected world. Topics include Information Security, Privacy, Internet of Things (IoT), Mobile Devices, Applications and Social Media. Hosted by Scott Wright Cyber Security Auditor, Researcher and Coach, President of Security Perspectives Inc. and Tom Eston Ethical Hacker and Information Security Professional.
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2025-02-24 |
Cybersecurity Insights with John Hammond: YouTube Legend and Security Researcher In this episode, we welcome cybersecurity researcher and YouTube legend John Hammond. John shares insights from his career at Huntress and his popular YouTube channel, where he creates educational content on cybersecurity. He introduces his new platfor... |
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2025-02-17 |
UK’s Secret Apple Backdoor Request, AI Chatbots Used For Stalking In this episode, we discuss the UK government’s demand for Apple to create a secret backdoor for accessing encrypted iCloud backups under the Investigatory Powers Act and its potential global implications on privacy. We also discuss the first known cas... |
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2025-02-10 |
Careers in Cybersecurity: Myths and Realities with Kathleen Smith In this episode we welcome Kathleen Smith, CMO of ClearedJobs.net, to discuss the current state of the cybersecurity job market. Kathleen shares her extensive experience in the field, recounting her tenure in various cybersecurity events and her contri... |
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2025-02-03 |
Privacy Concerns with Digital Driver’s Licenses, The Rise of DeepSeek AI In this episode, we explore the rollout of digital driver’s licenses in states like Illinois and the potential privacy issues that come with them. Can digital IDs truly enhance convenience without compromising your privacy? We also discuss the new Chin... |
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2025-01-27 |
Gravy Analytics Breach, Subaru Starlink Vulnerability Exposed In this episode, we discuss the latest issues with data brokers, focusing on a breach at Gravy Analytics that leaked 30 million location data points online. We also explore a vulnerability in Subaru’s Starlink system that allows unrestricted access to ... |
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2025-01-20 |
Meta Ditches Fact-Checking for Community Notes, RedNote and the TikTok Ban In this episode, we explore Meta’s recent decision to replace traditional fact-checking with community notes and its potential impact on misinformation. We also discuss the implications of a TikTok ban in the U.S., with users migrating to similar apps ... |
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2025-01-13 |
AI Privacy Policies: Unveiling the Secrets Behind ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude Do you ever read the privacy policy of your favorite AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, or Claude? In this episode, Scott Wright and Tom Eston discuss the critical aspects of these policies, comparing how each AI engine handles your personal data. They exp... |
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2025-01-06 |
Reflecting on Y2K: Lessons for the Next Tech Crisis and AI Safety Join us as we reminisce about Y2K, the panic, the preparations, and the lessons learned 25 years later. We also discuss the implications for future technology like AI and potential cybersecurity crises. Plus, in our ‘Aware Much’ segment, Scott shares t... |
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2024-12-30 | In the final episode of the Shared Security Podcast for 2024, join us as we recap our predictions for the year, discuss what we got right and wrong, and highlight our top episodes on YouTube. We also extend a heartfelt thank you to our Patreon supporte... |
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2024-12-23 |
Digital License Plate Vulnerabilities, How to Avoid New Text Message Scams In this episode Tom, Scott, and Kevin discuss the vulnerabilities of digital license plates and the potential for hackers to exploit them. They explain what digital license plates are and how they work. The ‘Aware Much?’ segment covers the topic of sus... |
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