Darnley's Cyber Café

Casting from the deep depths of Halloween, this is the client from hell! In this special episode, Darnley talks about his run-in with a very interesting ex-client who took the team through some technological and psychological nightmares. He will discuss what not to do when taking over an account that is undergoing a cybersecurity incident, what not to do during an event.  Halloween Special Click h...

Did you know the demand for cloud security applications has increased since the beginning of the work from home narratives? In this episode, Darnley discusses the importance of cloud transition, the risk associated, and 8 tips to prepare for a cloud security model for various kinds of businesses. The jump to the cloud has become more cultural than technological.  Click here to send future episode...

Are you a believer that by installing a firewall you are fully protected? In this episode. Darnley discusses why only thinking about your perimeter device can lead to your demise via other threat landscapes. Darnley also discusses 8 reasons why the firewall will end up failing you. Do you feel that the cybercriminals are going to after your businesses crown jewels? Listen more to this latest episo...

Yes, you read it right. In this episode, Darnley discusses his frustrations on why banks in North America are not adopting strong security practices, how a Canadian bank failed him in the past, and why after 35 years of electronic communication they still can't get it right.  Click here to send future episode recommendation Support the show Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay...

Do you remember a time where net neutrality hit headlines? Do you remember when cyber sovereignty hit the news? We don't. In this episode, Darnley discusses what is Cyber Sovereignty and how it affects the overall cybersecurity posture for countries around the world. From the Great Firewall of China to the fall of Nortel, he discusses the importance of this and why it can and may become a pro...

Have you ever considered taking a DNA test to find your ethnicity and genealogy? Have you taken one already? In this episode, Darnley discusses the considerations before taking a DNA test - how does this affect your privacy? How to consider these 10 years in the future? Listen to this podcast to hear some pointers on why you need to evaluate your privacy BEFORE disclosing your genetic identity to...

Have you ever been attacked, digitally?  In this episode, Darnley shares his personal story of being attacked by Russian hackers recently and discusses ways you can protect yourself in this digital turbulence. Even people within the cybersecurity industry are not immune to attacks, learn 10 ways to protect yourself. Click here to send future episode recommendation Support the show Subscribe now to...

Ransomware, the buzzword of the cybersecurity industry. Should you still be concerned or do you think it's just a lie today? In this episode, Darnley discusses the motivators of cyber criminals in their journey to exploit you from your data. Why these attacks are increasing in 2020, and the guidelines you must follow to protect your business. He also discusses on the best practices, features,...

Are you in a position of power or authority?  Do you honestly understand that your ego may cause a breach within your organization? In this episode, Darnley discusses the importance of considering that your ego may be hindering your perspective of your cybersecurity posture, the three knowns, and why ego is thy enemy. A must-listen podcast to really put things into perspective for you and your org...

Do you have a feeling you're being spied on? Does Amazon Alexa ignore you some days, and is attentive on other days? Is Google Assistant not really being helpful? Who handles all your information anyway? In this episode of Darn IT Group, Darnley explains how it is to live with a digital assistant, questioning paranoia, and the best steps in dealing with it. He also covers how you can delete v...

Casting from the Dark Web, it's off the record with Darnley G.  A raw podcast where you sit down with the CEO and discuss all things cybersecurity. This special edition podcast is a free-form unscripted show dedicated in talking about anything. Listen to this episode for cybersecurity fatigue, reducing cybersecurity budgets, and much more!  Click here to send future episode recommendation Sup...

Ever wondered what is is? Do you feel like a bunch of professionals are just super paranoid? In this episode, Darnley explains what Zero Trust is, why it is important, and five ways to consider when implementing zero-trust models. Strive for the importance in securing your network infrastructure without the worries of users or computers falling through the cracks.  Click here to send future episod...

With a growing user base with Tik Tok, greater alarm bells are being sounded as the majority of users are forgetting that this application is built inside China, which means a communist country has the ability to intercept and use the data. In this episode, Darnley will speak about his personal opinion about Tik Tok, the issues faced when using the application and how to best deal with this applic...

Let's be honest with each other, there is a large majority of users & businesses still using running Windows 7. Some may be using this unsupported operating system due to budget constraints or due to running legacy software.  In this episode, Darnley discusses the benefits of upgrading to Windows 10, but also to those who cannot upgrade at the time, how to mitigate some cyber threats. The...

It is always on the news and we are living it every day.  This pandemic has brought a shift in cybersecurity awareness when it comes to running a business with a 100% remote workforce. Which topics should you be concerned about today? In this episode, Darnley discusses 5 cybersecurity concerns organizations should take note of while operating during these difficult times.  Click here to send futur...

Do you believe cybersecurity is someone else's problem? In this episode, Darnley debunks the top 3 cybersecurity myths that have been plaguing the landscape for many years. Learn why proper cyber awareness is key in protecting any sized organization against cybercrime.  Prepare to get your myths busted.  Click here to send future episode recommendation Support the show Subscribe now to Darnle...

What are insider threats? Do you feel that most of your workforce is out to get you?  In this episode of Darn IT Group, Darnley discusses the fundamentals of insider threats, how it can affect your business, and ways you can reduce your risk of them. There may or may not be a bad apple working within your organization - find out what you need to do today! Click here to send future episode recommen...

Are ultrasounds tracking your every moment? Listen to this week's podcast to understand the risks that you may already be exposed to and the potential this methodology has for cybercriminals and privacy invaders who want to get their hands on.  Even air-gapped systems are not immune to these growing threats. Click here to send future episode recommendation Support the show Subscribe now to Da...

Who is Darnley? Why is he leading these podcasts? In this episode, Darnley explains why he got into cybersecurity/IT at the start which evolved him into creating Darn IT Group. Hear about his previous experiences and the specific date that he started the march into cyber awareness for small to medium businesses.  Click here to send future episode recommendation Support the show Subscribe now to Da...

Have you ever wondered how you can give your technologies extra cybersecurity? Hardware keys are your answer.  In this episode, Darnley discusses what hardware authentication is all about, why you need it, and the dangers of traditional authentication methods.  Click here to send future episode recommendation Support the show Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the late...

In this episode, Darnley discusses the email campaigns that have been exploiting us over the last five months. Cybercriminals are profiting this simple fraud scheme via smoke and mirrors.  Before you fall, victim, listen to this episode to clear the air - and your mindset. Click here to send future episode recommendation Support the show Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed...

We all know/understand that most of us do not have a prince in some foreign country. We also know that bad English is another obvious sign. Cyber criminals are now using new methods such as clickless attacks to compromise our technology and will continue to evolve in time. We discuss the current zero-day against Apple devices. What should you do AFTER falling for a phishing attack? You clicked tha...

Today we live in a world of uncertainty. Cybercriminals have taken great advantage over the COVID19 pandemic, targetting medical organizations in an attempt to extort money and to affect the vulnerable.  In Canada, this threat is great - Darn IT Group has taken the digital front seat of this pandemic and has seen first hand the detrimental effects of cybercrime against the medical community.  Clic...

In this episode, Darnley discusses the faults in using a particular app for your teleconferencing. News from the privacy and cybersecurity concerns from Zoom, recent news on the Zoom attack that affected over 500,000 Zoom accounts being leaked to the dark web. Click here to send future episode recommendation Support the show Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the lates...

Are you hearing in the news about Zoom? Do you use it on a daily basis to work? Have no fear, in this episode, Darnley discusses ten ways to harden your Zoom application to attempt to decrease the vulnerabilities of your meetings falling into the wrong hands, or ears.  Click here to send future episode recommendation Support the show Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on...