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The Other Side Of The Firewall

The Other Side Of The Firewall

By Ryan Williams

Cybersecurity is an ever growing field and representation within it matters more than ever! We here at The Other Side of the Firewall podcast, strive to highlight those movers and shakers and glass ceiling breakers. People of Color, who have made it to the other side of the proverbial firewall into those Senior and C-suite level positions. Aside from the interviews of IT Professionals, just like you, our crew will have fun discussing the latest and greatest news, measures to protect yourself from bad actors on the inter-webs and sprinkle in some games and entertainment as well. Enjoy!
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The Weekly Run Down

The Other Side Of The FirewallMay 05, 2023

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The Weekly Run Down

The Weekly Run Down

What's up, everyone!? In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss what we've been doing all week and what media has piqued our interest. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks!


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#Cybersecurity #VideoGames #PeopleOfColor

May 05, 202329:42
 Microsoft's Plans to Skill Up 1M Women

Microsoft's Plans to Skill Up 1M Women

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss Microsoft's Ready4Cybersecurity program and its plans to skill up one million women and underrepresented youths in Asia. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks!

Article: Microsoft to skill 100K young women in cybersecurity by 2025https://cio.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/digital-security/microsoft-to-skill-100k-young-women-in-cybersecurity-by-2025/99860055?fbclid=IwAR1_Lfi19TowVUfUOxkdtvrny6FW72ETbMtWMJCru9FbqEXDVW4w1Mfx6Sw

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May 03, 202310:45
A Game of Cybersecurity Cat & Mouse

A Game of Cybersecurity Cat & Mouse

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss how global organizations are getting better at detecting attacks. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks!

Article: Businesses detect cyberattacks faster despite increasingly sophisticated adversaries

https://www.csoonline.com/article/3693575/businesses-detect-cyberattacks-faster-despite-increasingly-sophisticated-adversaries.amp.html?fbclid=IwAR3MtjZcqXoksn2qnNnz8ZlQrioEUDki6pvB0iFJqS01oaHn4FrT88scxzs Socials: Audio - https://anchor.fm/theothersideofthefirewall YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXZgdDvlcQ8bP_V4dEF02Yw Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Clubhouse - @ryrysecurityguy #cybersecurity #cyberattacks #mandiant

May 02, 202312:38
Minneapolis Public Schools Breached

Minneapolis Public Schools Breached

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss a recent breach of the Minneapolis Public Schools and the impact it is having on students, parents, and teachers. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks!

Article: Students’ psychological reports, abuse allegations leaked by ransomware hackers

https://www-nbcnews-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.nbcnews.com/news/amp/rcna79414?fbclid=IwAR0utJwEY6RI3ENez-BAIKdsoLyHCNOAD-H4FrOsk1xg4Vfw3sJJggsj380

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May 01, 202311:56
The Weekly Run Down

The Weekly Run Down

What's up, everyone!? In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss what we've been doing all week and what media has piqued our interest. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks!


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#Cybersecurity #VideoGames #PeopleOfColor

Apr 28, 202333:41
Microsoft Wants More Woman In Cyber

Microsoft Wants More Woman In Cyber

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss how Microsoft is making big strives to bring in and retain women in infosec. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks!

Article: Microsoft pushes for more women in cybersecurityhttps://www.theregister.com/2023/04/21/microsoft_women_cybersecurity/

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Apr 26, 202314:18
ChatGPT, Cybersecurity Friend or Foe?

ChatGPT, Cybersecurity Friend or Foe?

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss whether ChatGPT will be God's gift to cybersecurity or our undoing. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks!

Article: ChatGPT may hinder the cybersecurity industryhttps://venturebeat.com/security/chatgpt-may-hinder-the-cybersecurity-industry/

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Apr 25, 202314:31
North Korean Supply Chain Attack

North Korean Supply Chain Attack

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss a recent North Korean Supply Chain Attack. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks!

Article: North Korean hackers breach software firm in significant cyberattack https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2023/04/20/politics/north-korea-hacking-supply-chain-3cx-mandiant/index.html?fbclid=IwAR2W2ei0mtQfqVnfddhsbzWabQWRpJsRMSBKDTytCxPdlhTE6HfScJVxyqQ
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Apr 24, 202313:30
The Weekly Run Down

The Weekly Run Down

What's up, everyone!? In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss what we've been doing all week and what media has piqued our interest. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Socials: Audio - https://anchor.fm/theothersideofthefirewall YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXZgdDvlcQ8bP_V4dEF02Yw Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn and Clubhouse - @ryrysecurityguy #Cybersecurity #VideoGames #PeopleOfColor

Apr 07, 202342:30
Native Americans' Representation In Tech

Native Americans' Representation In Tech

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss the non-profit, Natives Rising, and how it is helping more Native American women bridge the gap into tech. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks!

Article: Natives Rising wins backing to help Native Americans into tech and startupshttps://techcrunch.com/2022/11/30/natives-rising-wins-backing-to-help-native-americans-into-tech-and-startups/?guccounter=1&fbclid=IwAR0xdX3daBDhvxhFnLHSrPSsBVunMUQhHmf1n1vRthVIKmAwe8ODnKHcS90

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Apr 05, 202314:59
DoD Eyes Cyber Branch

DoD Eyes Cyber Branch

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss potential plans to create a 7th military branch dedicated to cyber. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Article: US military needs 7th branch just for cyber, current and former leaders say https://therecord.media/us-cyber-force-creation-proposed-mcpa?fbclid=IwAR2ldLbaE01uXChOFtEGmJRp0hpd_j9wNVbB69u9mUzcdDKeTZgG-FfFp98 Socials: Audio - https://anchor.fm/theothersideofthefirewall YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXZgdDvlcQ8bP_V4dEF02Yw Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Clubhouse - @ryrysecurityguy #cybersecurity #dod #military

Apr 04, 202314:03
USB Drive Bombs

USB Drive Bombs

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss how a journalist suffered injuries from a weaponized USB drive. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Article: Journalist plugs in unknown USB drive mailed to him—it exploded in his face https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2023/03/journalist-plugs-in-unknown-usb-drive-mailed-to-him-it-exploded-in-his-face/amp/?fbclid=IwAR39hV-f1dA-QHReU69nNZITcHvEqjGkCRnDRl3MqbdqOSvtkfwfbHmpQW4 Socials: Audio - https://anchor.fm/theothersideofthefirewall YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXZgdDvlcQ8bP_V4dEF02Yw Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Clubhouse - @ryrysecurityguy #cybersecurity #usb #weaponized

Apr 04, 202309:39
The Weekly Run Down

The Weekly Run Down

What's up, everyone!? In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss what we've been doing all week and what media has piqued our interest. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks!

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#Cybersecurity #VideoGames #PeopleOfColor

Mar 24, 202341:29
Black Americans And Cybersecurity

Black Americans And Cybersecurity

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss how the recent White House hosted a roundtable of black cybersecurity professionals and what it means for the future of cyber. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks!

Article: White House hosts roundtable with Black cybersecurity experts

https://theblackwallsttimes.com/2023/03/05/white-house-hosts-roundtable-with-black-cybersecurity-experts/?fbclid=IwAR3jFlnmGpDfNioAHjiRNGK3RMhOyHR1IMvNaHLSbdwSwMk5G5nLLEhHfZg

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Mar 22, 202318:58
NBA Suffers Massive PII Breach

NBA Suffers Massive PII Breach

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss the implications of a recent PII breach the NBA suffered. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks!

Article: NBA alerts fans of a data breach exposing personal information
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/nba-alerts-fans-of-a-data-breach-exposing-personal-information/?fbclid=IwAR0fCsN3e0iZJPwXllJxngcCi91TNKMAu5zqd878h1a5wCAHs2u_aGzCwWY

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Mar 21, 202311:36
Ring Playing Doorbell Ditch with Ransomer

Ring Playing Doorbell Ditch with Ransomer

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss a suspected breach of the popular Ring doorbell company. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks!

Article: Security News This Week: Ring Is in a Standoff With Hackers

https://www.wired.com/story/amazon-ring-hacked-ransomware/?fbclid=IwAR1mvYRA2AcqQ1ZM_pDRFid_4xIFHHoCkUa6jQnbXx8uonjQlLQdizhTUo0

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Mar 20, 202310:58
The Weekly Run Down

The Weekly Run Down

What's up, everyone!? In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss what we've been doing all week and what media has piqued our interest. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks!

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#Cybersecurity #VideoGames #PeopleOfColor

Mar 17, 202346:34
New $3.1B Cybersecurity Budget

New $3.1B Cybersecurity Budget

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss how the White House is spending its $3.1B in Cybersecurity spending. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!  

Article: White House Allocates $3.1bn to Cybersecurity in New Budget 

https://www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/white-house-allocates-dollar31bn/?fbclid=IwAR3AIIC5olijkEOBdBM4EekF45mawappNSkGF-BmKG1nFnd8mzQZPRUvh1c 

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#cybersecurity #whitehouse #budget

Mar 15, 202309:56
The Passwordless Future is Nigh

The Passwordless Future is Nigh

What's up, everyone?! On this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss the new star-studded push for a passwordless solution. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!  

Article: Ryan Reynolds, Robert Downey Jr., Ashton Kutcher and Dozens Others: 1Password Shakes Up Data Security While Attracting a Star-Studded Line-Up of Investors 

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ryan-reynolds-robert-downey-jr-222406352.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly9sLmZhY2Vib29rLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAMzUw3IqjaJ6F6rG9y5e5huk2AOLecj6jwXxWBdr13FWDriuAH1jQ7XZnM0VrBddYxo4U8YF3bLRvJFtext4nYWFvHHGQaKanSdCQCAH1reH2eV6paUsGuPLDcRKfyYtOnVn--BamwcIdUoHdV3JsU5vXtb6FU5tnvm4hTh1gbHb 

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#cybersecurity #passwordless #solution

Mar 14, 202313:01
I'm Just A Breach On Capital Hill

I'm Just A Breach On Capital Hill

What's up, everyone?! In this episode Ryan and Shannon discuss a data breach impacting the DC Heath Care Exchange's 170K customers. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!  

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#cybersecurity #breach #capitalhill

Mar 13, 202307:20
The Weekly Run Down

The Weekly Run Down

What's up, everyone!? In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss what we've been doing all week and what media has piqued our interest. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks!

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#Cybersecurity #VideoGames #PeopleOfColor

Mar 10, 202350:26
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 Under Attack

Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 Under Attack

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss two recently disclosed TPM 2.0 vulnerabilities and their potential impact. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!  

Article: TPM 2.0 Library Vulnerabilities May Affect Billions of IoT Devices 

https://www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/tpm-20-library-flaw-affect/?fbclid=IwAR0n1-Vw9RaJPWkhwDvIXjZ5Zf5Fsy2zKmZw0C7-Ig70PMwTuTzmevvj0MQ 

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#cybersecurity #tpm #vulnerability

Mar 08, 202312:09
EPA Protecting Drinking Water Systems

EPA Protecting Drinking Water Systems

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss the EPA's plans to protect the U.S.'s 100, 000 public drinking water systems. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!  

Article: EPA unveils cybersecurity oversight for public drinking water systems 

https://www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/epa-cybersecurity-oversight-drinking-water/644094/?fbclid=IwAR0XnvmkarJdDCzDbu0hHmRe5eODEiPOd3QXhELnqmdvf3a7LWIyb58Hink 

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#cybersecurity #epa #watersystem

Mar 07, 202309:21
The White House's Cybersecurity Strategy

The White House's Cybersecurity Strategy

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss the White House's new Cybersecurity Strategy. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!  

Article: Biden's Cybersecurity Strategy Calls for Software Liability, Tighter Critical Infrastructure Security 

https://www.darkreading.com/ics-ot/bidens-cybersecurity-strategy-calls-for-software-liability-tighter-critical-infastructure-security?fbclid=IwAR1G6DyW0gFoeIDtCbaWClOO1_SMzA0y2xRi7pjjMkPTwflVOgZW_lm1750 

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#cybersecurity #biden #strategy

Mar 06, 202310:13
The Weekly Run Down

The Weekly Run Down

What's up, everyone!? In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss what we've been doing all week and what media has piqued our interest. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks!

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#Cybersecurity #VideoGames #PeopleOfColor

Mar 03, 202342:13
Blackhats Getting Laid Off

Blackhats Getting Laid Off

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss how lower Ransomware as a Service (RAAS) payoffs may be causing hackers to be laid off. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!  

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#cybersecurity #ransomware #layoffs

Mar 01, 202311:17
Ransomware Shuts Down Dole Plants

Ransomware Shuts Down Dole Plants

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss how a potential ransomware attack caused Dole to shut down its plants. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!  

Article: Ransomware Attack Forces Produce Giant Dole to Shut Down Plants 

https://www.securityweek.com/ransomware-attack-forces-produce-giant-dole-to-shut-down-plants/amp/?fbclid=IwAR3O9wMXbiIrkeGd7y54KO3hIe5II6BWrdHrw0TMfxlxIQBG6UgbfqGBTFs 

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#cybersecurity #dole #ransomware

Feb 28, 202311:42
AT&T Selling Off Cyber Division

AT&T Selling Off Cyber Division

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss AT&T's plans to sell off its cyber division in an attempt to pay off more debt. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!  

Article: AT&T seeks to shed cybersecurity division, sources tell Reuters 

https://www.cnbc.com/amp/2023/02/21/att-seeks-to-shed-cybersecurity-division-sources-tell-reuters.html?fbclid=IwAR2d0NBl4ixSS4Ii-Fhjh5VPtX8PBiw-AkYoiO6CAfHNb_PLsZAtRw6ykvg 

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#cybersecurity #att #debt

Feb 27, 202311:25
The Weekly Run Down

The Weekly Run Down

What's up, everyone!? In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss what we've been doing all week and what media has piqued our interest. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks!  

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#Cybersecurity #VideoGames #PeopleOfColor

Feb 24, 202340:07
DDoS Attack Breaks World Record

DDoS Attack Breaks World Record

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss how Cloudflare successfully stopped a world record 71M RPS DDoS attack. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!  

Article: Massive HTTP DDoS Attack Hits Record High of 71 Million Requests/Second 

https://thehackernews.com/2023/02/massive-http-ddos-attack-hits-record.html 

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#cybersecurity #ddos #attack

Feb 22, 202313:47
FBI Investigating Cyber-Attack

FBI Investigating Cyber-Attack

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss the FBI's investigation of a recent cyber-attack on its network. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!  

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#cybersecurity #fbi #cyberattack

Feb 21, 202308:21
Apple WebKit Zero-Day Vulnerability

Apple WebKit Zero-Day Vulnerability

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss the recently addressed Apple iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and Safari zero-day vulnerability. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!  

Article: Patch Now: Apple's iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and Safari Under Attack with New Zero-Day Flaw 

https://thehackernews.com/2023/02/patch-now-apples-ios-ipados-macos-and.html?m=1&fbclid=IwAR1ECSoV4-kgf5tBJ6JHCkXD-EQ1BdbWzl68PzwqHHZmqFIGKLTJwg4m-T8 

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#cybersecurity #appleios #vulnerability

Feb 20, 202314:48
The Weekly Run Down
Feb 17, 202351:42
Russian Cyberattacks Decrease Against Ukraine

Russian Cyberattacks Decrease Against Ukraine

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss the decrease in cyberattacks being performed by Russia against Ukraine. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!  

Article: Russia’s cyberattacks against Ukraine decreased: is cyber war coming to an end? 

https://cybernews.com/security/russia-ukraine-cyberwar/ 

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#cybersecurity #russiaukrainewar #cyberattack

Feb 15, 202310:51
Oakland and Modesto Rocked By Cyber Attack

Oakland and Modesto Rocked By Cyber Attack

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss how Oakland and Modesto first responders worked around a cyber attack. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!  

Article: Two California cities hit with ransomware in two days, police forced to patrol using handheld radios 

https://cybernews.com/news/oakland-modesto-ransomware-attack-old-school-policing/  

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#cybersecurity #oakland #attack

Feb 14, 202309:57
Reddit Confirms Phishing Attack

Reddit Confirms Phishing Attack

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss the recent Reddit security breach. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!  

Article: Reddit Confirms It Was Hacked—Recommends Users Set Up 2FA 

https://www.forbes.com/sites/daveywinder/2023/02/10/reddit-confirms-it-was-hacked-recommends-users-set-up-2fa/?sh=6c3a243068e9 

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#cybersecurity #reddit #breach

Feb 13, 202311:27
The Weekly Run Down
Feb 10, 202336:50
2023's DE&I And Layoff Woes

2023's DE&I And Layoff Woes

What's up, everyone!? In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss upcoming DE&I and layoff concerns. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!  

Article: DE&I in 2023: Experts Forecast Layoffs, Remote Work and More 

https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/hr-topics/behavioral-competencies/global-and-cultural-effectiveness/pages/dei-in-2023-experts-forecast-layoffs-remote-work-and-more.aspx 

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#cybersecurity #diversityinclusion #layoffs

Feb 08, 202314:23
Cybercrime Gangs Step Up Recruiting Efforts

Cybercrime Gangs Step Up Recruiting Efforts

What's up, everyone!? In this episode Ryan and Shannon discuss cybercrime groups recruiting and pay may outperform legal businesses. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!  

Article: Cybercrime Groups Offering Six-Figure Salaries for IT Talents on The Dark Web 

https://cybersecuritynews.com/criminal-organizations-advertising-jobs/ 

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#cybersecurity #cybercrime #salary

Feb 07, 202312:42
Phishing Email Costs Baltimore Schools $10M

Phishing Email Costs Baltimore Schools $10M

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss how a phishing email cost Baltimore Public Schools $10M in recovery and repairs. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!  

Article: Baltimore schools cyber attack cost nearly $10M: State IG 

https://abcnews.go.com/US/baltimore-schools-failed-fully-act-security-recommendations-cyber/story?id=96671802&fbclid=IwAR3K0ynWiD838_-iQGPzPuUTi5IVX-Ff2k6dTQnAnap_VKo5Wq3n40eI7aU 

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#cybersecurity #phishing #attack

Feb 06, 202308:20
The Weekly Run Down
Feb 03, 202350:32
U.S. Air Force Selects Howard University

U.S. Air Force Selects Howard University

What's up, everyone!? In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss how the U.S. Air Force selected Howard University to focus on tactical autonomy technology for military systems. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!  

Article: U.S. Air Force Selects Howard University for Science Research Partnership 

https://www.defense.gov/News/Releases/Release/Article/3274358/us-air-force-selects-howard-university-for-science-research-partnership/ 

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#cybersecurity #hbcu #airforce

Feb 01, 202311:52
Cybersecurity Layoffs

Cybersecurity Layoffs

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss recent cybersecurity layoffs impacting some companies. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!

Article: Dozens of Cybersecurity Companies Announced Layoffs in Past Year 

https://www.securityweek.com/tens-of-cybersecurity-companies-announced-layoffs-in-past-year/?fbclid=IwAR3_8GU3EjgEcEEjt4PXnracW7Rpbr-nUK5vHRiSLEvdMuBIJz3kiGb0EAE#respond

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#cybersecurity #corporate #layoffs

Jan 31, 202311:51
HIVE RAAS Shut Down

HIVE RAAS Shut Down

What's up, everyone!? In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss how joint international law enforcement seized the Hive ransomware gangs' infrastructure and distributed their decryption keys. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!  

Article: Hive Ransomware Infrastructure Seized in Joint International Law Enforcement Effort 

https://thehackernews.com/2023/01/hive-ransomware-infrastructure-seized.html?m=1&fbclid=IwAR3QlgteNcg_mefbQ8qw9DlMD3K76BUf40SJoB6X31r9qoGRqKwrsbX54TA 

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#cybersecurity #hive #ransomware

Jan 30, 202310:46
The Weekly Run Down
Jan 27, 202349:57
U.S. Do Not Fly List Leaked!

U.S. Do Not Fly List Leaked!

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss how the 2019 version of the U.S. Do Not Fly list was discovered on an unsecure server and leaked online. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!  

Article: U.S. ‘No Fly List’ Leaks After Being Left in an Unsecured Airline Server 

https://www.vice.com/en/article/93a4p5/us-no-fly-list-leaks-after-being-left-in-an-unsecured-airline-server?fbclid=IwAR2-10I9OMxPm0sTb7Rvc6R8mlYAQtwKsiRQyhODagfVtC-o0PE0w9BO0Vw 

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#cybersecurity #TSA #leak

Jan 25, 202313:18
Ransomware Profits Dip 40%

Ransomware Profits Dip 40%

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss the sharp dip in ransomware attackers' profits in 2022. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!  

Article: Ransomware profits drop 40% in 2022 as victims refuse to pay 

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/ransomware-profits-drop-40-percent-in-2022-as-victims-refuse-to-pay/ 

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#cybersecurity #ransomware #profits

Jan 24, 202310:02
LastPass Breach Update

LastPass Breach Update

What's up, everyone?! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss the latest updates on the LastPass breach. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!  

Article: LastPass faces mounting criticism over recent breach 

https://www.techtarget.com/searchsecurity/news/252529329/LastPass-faces-mounting-criticism-over-recent-breach#:~:text=LastPass%20disclosed%20a%20breach%20last,and%20encrypted%20website%20login%20details.&text=Password%20manager%20LastPass%20is%20facing,information%2C%20including%20unencrypted%20website%20URLs. 

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#cybersecurity #lastpass #breach

Jan 23, 202310:44
The Weekly Run Down
Dec 23, 202235:01
No Honor Among Thieves
Dec 21, 202208:42