Ever worried about hidden cameras in Airbnb rentals? You’re not alone! In this episode, we explore the unsettling rise of hidden cameras in personal spaces, the inadequacy of current laws, and practical tips to detect surveillance devices. Join hosts Tom Eston, Scott Wright, and Kevin Johnson as they share insights and discuss the implications of […]

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In this episode, we explore an incident where Anthropic’s AI, Claude, didn’t just resist shutdown but allegedly blackmailed its engineers. Is this a glitch or the beginning of an AI uprising? Along with co-host Kevin Johnson, we reminisce about past episodes, discuss AI safety and ethics, and examine the implications of AI mimicking human behaviors […]

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In this episode, we explore Mark Zuckerberg’s bold claim that AI friends will replace human friendships, and discuss the potential implications of a world where technology mediates our connections. We also update listeners on the recent developments in the 23andMe bankruptcy case and what it means for former customers. Joining the conversation is co-host Scott […]

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Join hosts Tom Eston, Scott Wright, and Kevin Johnson in a special best-of episode of the Shared Security Podcast. Travel back to 2009 with the second-ever episode featuring discussions on early Facebook bugs, cross-site scripting vulnerabilities, and a pivotal Canadian privacy ruling involving Facebook. Gain insights into social media security from the past and see […]

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Join us as we explore the transformative changes in software development and cybersecurity due to AI. We discuss new terminology like ‘vibe coding’ — a novel, behavior-focused development approach, and ‘MCP’ (Model Context Protocol) — an open standard for AI interfaces. We also address the concept of ‘slopsquatting,’ a new type of threat involving AI-generated […]

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What would happen if the US government halted funding for the CVE program? In this episode, we explore the controversies surrounding the funding of the CVE program, the role of CVEs in the cybersecurity industry, and the recent launch of the CVE Foundation. We also discuss the Trump Administration’s executive order that revoked the security […]

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Welcome to part three of our series with PlexTrac where we address data overload in vulnerability remediation. Join us as we preview the latest PlexTrac capabilities, including new ways to centralize asset and findings data, smarter workflow automation, and enhanced analytics. Guest speakers Dan DeCloss, CTO and founder of PlexTrac, and Sarah Foley, VP of […]

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Planning to travel to the United States? This episode covers recent travel advisories regarding US border agents searching electronic devices, regardless of your citizenship status. Learn essential tips on smartphone security and how to protect your personal information, especially when attending protests. Scott Wright joins the discussion to provide valuable insights on safeguarding your data. […]

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