Tom Eston, Scott Wright, Kevin Tackett

Shared Security Podcast

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Shared Security is the the longest-running cybersecurity and privacy podcast where industry veterans Tom Eston, Scott Wright, and Kevin Tackett break down the week’s security WTF moments, privacy fails, human mistakes, and “why is this still a problem?” stories — with humor, honesty, and hard-earned real-world experience. Whether you’re a security pro, a privacy advocate, or just here to hear Kevin yell about vendor nonsense, this podcast delivers insights you’ll actually use — and laughs you probably need. Real security talk from people who’ve lived it.

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Tom Eston, Scott Wright, Kevin Tackett

Episodes

FaceApp Privacy Panic, Facebook’s 5 Billion Dollar Fine, Amazon Brushing Scams 22.07.2019 11:50

In episode 78: The FaceApp privacy panic, Facebook’s 5 billion dollar fine from the FTC, and what you need to know about two new types of Amazon scams. The Weekly Blaze podcast is your update on the top 3 security and privacy news stories from the past week. These podcasts are published every Monday and are 15 minutes or less quickly giving you "news that you can use".

Zoom Zero-Day, GDPR Fines, Google Assistant Recordings 15.07.2019 11:04

In episode 77: Zoom video conferencing zero-day, massive fines being issued for violating GDPR, and who might be listening when you talk to your Google Assistant. The Weekly Blaze podcast is your update on the top 3 security and privacy news stories from the past week. These podcasts are published every Monday and are 15 minutes or less quickly giving you "news that you can use". Show Notes: https...

Amazon Alexa Recordings, Facebook Malware Campaign, Top 3 Tips to Stay Private on Vacation 08.07.2019 11:14

In episode 76: Amazon confirms that Alexa recordings are kept forever, details about one of the largest Facebook malware campaigns, and our top three tips for staying private on vacation. The Weekly Blaze podcast is your update on the top 3 security and privacy news stories from the past week. These podcasts are published every Monday and are 15 minutes or less quickly giving you "news that you ca...

US Cyber-Attack on Iran, Poor Government Cybersecurity, Malvertising Campaigns 01.07.2019 10:50

In episode 75: The US cyber-attack on Iran, the sad state of cybersecurity in the US government, and what you need to know about malvertising campaigns. The Weekly Blaze podcast is your update on the top 3 security and privacy news stories from the past week. These podcasts are published every Monday and are 15 minutes or less quickly giving you "news that you can use".

The Home Security Episode – Locks, Doors, Cameras, and More! 27.06.2019 35:08

In episode 89 of our monthly show Scott and Tom discuss everything you need to know about home security with physical security expert, Patrick McNeil! We delve into the world of locks, lock bumping, doors, windows, surveillance cameras, alarms, and much more. If you've always wanted to know how best to protect your home or residence this is one episode not to miss! Check out the YouTube edition of...

Facebook’s New Cryptocurrency, Firefox Zero Day, Smart TV Malware 24.06.2019 9:45

In episode 74: Facebook announces a new cryptocurrency called Libra, two new zero-day vulnerabilities affecting Firefox, and should you be scanning your smart TV for malware? The Weekly Blaze podcast is your update on the top 3 security and privacy news stories from the past week. These podcasts are published every Monday and are 15 minutes or less quickly giving you "news that you can use".

US Customs and Border Protection Data Breach, Sign in with Apple, Leaked Facebook Emails 17.06.2019 8:51

In episode 73: US Customs and Border Protection agency data breach, the new "Sign in with Apple" button, and more leaked Facebook emails. The Weekly Blaze podcast is your update on the top 3 security and privacy news stories from the past week. These podcasts are published every Monday and are 15 minutes or less quickly giving you "news that you can use".

Quest Diagnostics Data Breach, Google’s Network Outage, US Visa Applicants and Social Media Names 10.06.2019 9:23

In episode 72: Quest Diagnostics and LabCorp data breach, what happens to your smart devices when the Internet goes down, and US visa applicants now required to share their social media names. The Weekly Blaze podcast is your update on the top 3 security and privacy news stories from the past week. These podcasts are published every Monday and are 15 minutes or less quickly giving you "news that y...

Ransomware Rampage, Mobile Phishing Attacks, iPhone App Ad Trackers 03.06.2019 10:13

In episode 71: US cities are being rampaged with ransomware, mobile phishing attacks on the rise, and do you know what your iPhone is doing while you sleep? The Weekly Blaze podcast is your update on the top 3 security and privacy news stories from the past week. These podcasts are published every Monday and are 15 minutes or less quickly giving you "news that you can use".

Equifax Downgraded, Huawei Ban, Google is Tracking Your Purchases 27.05.2019 8:43

In episode 70: Investment firm Moody's downgrades Equifax, Huawei's US technology ban, and how Google is tracking all your purchases. The Weekly Blaze podcast is your update on the top 3 security and privacy news stories from the past week. These podcasts are published every Monday and are 15 minutes or less quickly giving you "news that you can use".

Remotely Killing Car Engines, Password Expiration Policies, Facial Recognition at Airports, InfoSec vs. Cybersecurity 24.05.2019 31:46

In episode 88 of our monthly show Scott and Tom discuss how someone figured out how to remotely kill car engines through GPS tracking apps, Microsoft says password expiration policies are pointless, facial recognition being used at US airports, and the InfoSec vs. Cybersecurity debate.

Critical WhatsApp Vulnerability, Facial Recognition Ban, Wormable Flaw in Windows 20.05.2019 10:26

In episode 69: A serious spyware vulnerability in WhatsApp, San Francisco bans facial recognition, and a wormable vulnerability in older Microsoft systems. The Weekly Blaze podcast is your update on the top 3 security and privacy news stories from the past week. These podcasts are published every Monday and are 15 minutes or less quickly giving you "news that you can use".

Israel Cyber-Attack Bombing, New Google Privacy Settings, Traditional Mail Blackmail Scam 13.05.2019 8:27

In episode 68: Israel bombs a building in retaliation for a cyber-attack, Google adds more privacy settings, and a new blackmail scam that uses traditional mail. The Weekly Blaze podcast is your update on the top 3 security and privacy news stories from the past week. These podcasts are published every Monday and are 15 minutes or less quickly giving you "news that you can use".

The End of Password Expiration Policies, Seat-Back Camera’s on Airplanes, Unknown Data Breach 06.05.2019 8:39

In episode 67: Is this the end of password expiration policies? Are seat-back camera's recording you on an airplane, and the unknown data breach exposing 80 million records. The Weekly Blaze podcast is your update on the top 3 security and privacy news stories from the past week. These podcasts are published every Monday and are 15 minutes or less quickly giving you "news that you can use".

All about VPN’s with Gaya Polat from vpnMentor 29.04.2019 16:23

In episode 66: Everything you wanted to know about VPN's, the advantages and disadvantages, what to look for in a VPN provider, and much more with Gaya Polat from vpnMentor. The Weekly Blaze podcast is your update on the top 3 security and privacy news stories from the past week. These podcasts are published every Monday and are 15 minutes or less quickly giving you "news that you can use".

The State of Cybersecurity Training and Certifications with Kevin Johnson 25.04.2019 46:57

In episode 87 of our monthly show we speak with frequent guest Kevin Johnson, CEO of Secure Ideas about the current state of cybersecurity training and certifications. This is one episode you don't want to miss!

Microsoft Email Hacked, Instagram Nasty List Phishing Scam, Facebook Third-Party Data Deals 22.04.2019 8:20

In episode 65: Microsoft email services hacked, the Instagram "Nasty List" phishing scam, and Facebook's attempted deals to sell your data. The Weekly Blaze podcast is your update on the top 3 security and privacy news stories from the past week. These podcasts are published every Monday and are 15 minutes or less quickly giving you "news that you can use".

Amazon Echo Recording Controversy, New Mobile Phone Scam, Hotels Leaking Data 15.04.2019 8:17

In episode 64: Amazon Echo's recording controversy, a new mobile phone scam, and hotels leaking your private information. The Weekly Blaze podcast is your update on the top 3 security and privacy news stories from the past week. These podcasts are published every Monday and are 15 minutes or less quickly giving you "news that you can use".

Facebook’s Bad Week, Stalkerware, Tax Season Scams 08.04.2019 9:55

In episode 63: Facebook's very bad week, Stalkerware on the rise, and tax season scams. The Weekly Blaze podcast is your update on the top 3 security and privacy news stories from the past week. These podcasts are published every Monday and are 15 minutes or less quickly giving you "news that you can use".

Apple Card, ASUS Live Update Backdoor, Statistics on Malware Attacks 01.04.2019 9:10

In episode 62: Apple's new privacy focused credit card, the ASUS live update software backdoor, and recent statistics on Malware attacks. The Weekly Blaze podcast is your update on the top 3 security and privacy news stories from the past week. These podcasts are published every Monday and are 15 minutes or less quickly giving you "news that you can use".

Facebook Passwords Exposed, Android Q Privacy, Microsoft Office Targeted 25.03.2019 9:04

In episode 61: Facebook passwords exposed in plain text, Android Q's new privacy features, and why Microsoft Office is the most popular target for cybercriminals. The Weekly Blaze podcast is your update on the top 3 security and privacy news stories from the past week. These podcasts are published every Monday and are 15 minutes or less quickly giving you "news that you can use".

Verifications.io Data Breach, Capsizing a Ship with a Cyberattack, World’s Most Dangerous Malware 25.03.2019 33:31

In episode 86 of our monthly show we discuss Tom's new garbage service (yep, that's right) and why taking credit cards by filling out a form and mailing it is never a good idea, the Verifications.io data breach, how a cyberattack can capsize a ship, and the world's most dangerous malware.

Equifax and Marriott Data Breach Updates, Facial Recognition at the Airport, Citrix Password Spraying Attack 18.03.2019 10:00

In episode 60: Equifax and Marriott data breach updates, facial recognition coming to 20 US airports, and the latest updates on the Citrix password spraying attack. The Weekly Blaze podcast is your update on the top 3 security and privacy news stories from the past week. These podcasts are published every Monday and are 15 minutes or less quickly giving you "news that you can use".

Google Chrome Zero-Day, Facebook Phone Number Privacy, NSA Phone Data Collection Program 11.03.2019 9:08

In episode 59: A new Google Chrome Zero-Day, how Facebook uses your phone number, and the shutdown of the NSA's phone data collection program. The Weekly Blaze podcast is your update on the top 3 security and privacy news stories from the past week. These podcasts are published every Monday and are 15 minutes or less quickly giving you "news that you can use".

Multi-Factor Authentication, New Attacks on 4G and 5G Mobile Networks 04.03.2019 14:22

In episode 58: Using multi-factor authentication to protect your credentials and privacy with special guest Ian Paterson from Plurilock, and new attacks on 4G and 5G mobile networks. The Weekly Blaze podcast is your update on the top 3 security and privacy news stories from the past week. These podcasts are published every Monday and are 15 minutes or less quickly giving you "news that you can use...