Uncloaked: A Cybersecurity Podcast

The holiday season presents a unique opportunity for cybercriminals as consumers spend more, shop online frequently, and urgently seek out the latest deals. That urgency, however, can increase vulnerability and cyber risk–playing right into a threat actor’s hands. Join BlackCloak’s Head of Security Services Brian Hill as he outlines trending threats to be aware of and provides actionable tips to a...

The holidays are consistently the busiest travel periods of the year, presenting potential cyber risk before, during, and even after a trip. For cybercriminals, it’s the perfect opportunity to strike. And the higher the profile, the greater the risk. Join Sarah Rosen, Managing Director of Private Client Services at BlackCloak, as she explores the travel scams targeting high-net-worth individuals d...

As homes become more integrated with the latest smart devices, it’s important to recognize the expanded attack surface this creates. These vulnerabilities present opportunities for a cyberattack that could impact the entire family, and even the organizations for which they work. Join BlackCloak Head of Security Services Brian Hill as he breaks down the necessity of securing your home network, shar...

Younger generations have lived their entire lives online, meaning years of deeply personal, contextual information about them is freely available on the internet, increasing cyber risk for them and the entire family. And just because they’re tech savvy doesn’t mean they’re cyber aware. Join Sarah Rosen, BlackCloak’s Managing Director of Private Client Services, as she explains why that assumption...

From deepfakes to spear phishing, social engineering remains a cybercriminal's most effective weapon. BlackCloak's OSINT and Threat Intelligence Manager Chris Carter explores how these threats have evolved from the the Trojan Horse to today’s sophisticated cyberattacks, dives into the psychological reasons why social engineering continues to work, and explains simple steps individuals an...

Internet of Things (IoT) devices, many of which we use daily, add a layer of convenience to our routine, but they also add cyber risk. There are, however, alternatives that lessen your digital footprint while still including many of the same benefits we’ve come to expect of our smart home devices. BlackCloak’s Senior Incident Responder and Triage Team Lead Kathryn Carnell discusses how you can opt...

Get inside the mind of a cybercriminal with BlackCloak's OSINT and Threat Intelligence Manager, Chris Carter. This episode explores the process of thinking like an attacker, the critical importance of proactive threat modeling, and how security teams stay one step ahead of ever-evolving tactics. Learn how threat intelligence is gathered and used to resolve incidents and develop a strong defen...

While smart devices in the home provide an added convenience to daily life, they also present an increased cyber risk and expanded attack surface. BlackCloak Sr. Incident Responder and Triage Team Lead Kathryn Carnell explains the advantages and disadvantages of IoT devices, how something as simple as a smart coffee maker can introduce risk, and tips to stay secure.  If you're interested in l...

Every action generates data that becomes part of your digital footprint. Join BlackCloak's OSINT and Threat Intelligence Manager, Chris Carter, as he defines Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) and reveals how this vast data is used by threat actors and security teams. This episode explores the tipping point at which public exposure becomes an actionable threat, explaining how risk is measured,...

In this inaugural episode of Uncloaked, BlackCloak Founder and CEO Dr. Chris Pierson explains the genesis of Digital Executive Protection, the importance of personal cybersecurity, what to expect from expert discussions featured in the podcast series, and trending topics.  If you're interested in learning more, you can contact BlackCloak here , or visit the BlackCloak website .