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The Checklist by SecureMac

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SecureMac presents The Checklist, a weekly Mac security podcast focused on Apple hardware and ecosystems - that’s Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, as well as the apps and operating systems that run them. The Checklist offers cyber safety tips, online privacy advice, updates, and commentary on the week’s security news — all with a focus on Apple and Apple devices. Hosted by “Mac OS Ken’s” Ken Ray and featuring special guest appearances by cybersecurity experts, The Checklist is a fun, accessible approach to privacy and digital security.

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Checklist 159 - What That and Tencent Will Get You 17.10.2019 22:42

On this edition of The Checklist: - What Website Warnings and Tencent will get you, - Security and an Internet of Things thing, - And would you please join our street team? We offer benefits… Don't forget to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@Securemac.com

Checklist 158 - Catalina Bound 10.10.2019 25:12

On this edition of The Checklist: - Is now the time to update to macOS Catalina? - Twitter troubles with 2FA - A Password hack for Words with Friends Don't forget to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@Securemac.com

Checklist 157 - Just Add S4LT 03.10.2019 27:32

On this edition of The Checklist: - The DoorDash data breach - Considering risks around AltStore - And the security side of recent Apple updates Don't forget to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@Securemac.com

Checklist 156 - Watches and Warnings 26.09.2019 26:17

On this edition of The Checklist: - A third-party keyboard warning from Apple - How much is too much consumer protection? - Apple Watch privacy in an always on world Don't forget to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@Securemac.com

Checklist 155 - iOS 13 Feature Focus 19.09.2019 27:05

On this edition of The Checklist: - iOS 13’s built-in Cycle Tracker - Privacy and security in Apple Arcade - Facebook location follow-up Don't forget to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@Securemac.com

Checklist 154 - Should you put a Ring on it? 12.09.2019 25:58

On this edition of The Checklist: - Warnings from Facebook about warnings about Facebook - Amazon, your neighbors, and the police wanna put a Ring on it - When smart things turn dumb Don't forget to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@Securemac.com

Checklist 153 - Grades and Zeroes and Dumb Shoes 05.09.2019 31:05

On this edition of The Checklist: - Grading the Siri “grading” situation - Project Zero’s “iPhone Hack” - Making the case for shoes that aren’t that smart Don't forget to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@Securemac.com

Checklist 152 - Sharing is Scaring 29.08.2019 23:05

On this edition of The Checklist: - Convenience versus privacy on Yelp - Tips for staying digitally safe on campus - Everybody needs to update their everything! Don't forget to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@Securemac.com

Checklist 151 - Too Close for Security Comfort 22.08.2019 27:28

On this edition of The Checklist: - Protecting your data from the people - literally - closest to you - Jailbreaks: New for 2019! - People who KNOW they’re using hacked passwords Don't forget to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@Securemac.com

Checklist 150 - Trust Issues 15.08.2019 27:27

On this edition of The Checklist: - The Siri Sessions - O.MG: A Cable Hack - 15 Apps to Watch for on Kids’ Phones Don't forget to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@Securemac.com

Checklist 149 - Security Tripping with The Checklist 08.08.2019 24:06

On this edition of The Checklist: - Bad Breach/Worse breach - 7 Security Tips for Trips - A Stronger Little Snitch Don't forget to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@Securemac.com

Checklist 148 - Playing Games with Security 01.08.2019 36:40

On this edition of The Checklist: - Games as security threat - August answers a listener email - Turning on auto-updates, revisited Don't forget to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@Securemac.com

Checklist 147 - Bill Barr and the Magic Door 25.07.2019 25:48

On this edition of The Checklist: - The AG Asks the Usual Impossible - Keeping Kids Off of Dating Apps - Security Fixes in the Latest Apple Updates Don't forget to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@Securemac.com

Checklist 146 - Just Because You Can... 18.07.2019 28:27

On this edition of The Checklist: - Should YOU be running beta software? - Should ANYONE block Apple’s silent updates? - And should there REALLY be an app for your flatiron? Don't forget to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@Securemac.com

Checklist 145 - Zooming on Through 11.07.2019 34:16

On this edition of The Checklist: - A look at the Zoom for Mac vulnerability - OpenID raises questions over Sign in with Apple - The UK issues some big GDPR fines Don't forget to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@Securemac.com

Checklist 144 - Summer Security Blockbusters 04.07.2019 31:47

In the movies, bad guys are often taken down by a tech vulnerability. This week, we look at how best practices could make bad guys better. At being bad. - Where Khan went wrong - Some of the Empire’s greatest mistakes - And who are these aliens messing up our Independence Day? Have your tickets ready. We’re watching Summer Security Blockbusters on Checklist 144! Don't forget to check out our show...

Checklist 143 - Whole Lotta Listenin Goin On 27.06.2019 22:58

On this week’s episode: - Samsung takes heat for advising SmartTV security - La Liga: Revisited - An app hears taps and guesses passwords Don't forget to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@Securemac.com

Not an Actual Checklist 20.06.2019 1:37

Regret: Unable to attend: A series of unfortunate events has made it impossible for us to bring you The Checklist today. We’ll be back with you next week - Do you have questions you'd like to ask? The email address is Checklist@SecureMac.com … We are sorry to miss today, and we look forward to talking with you again next week.

Checklist 142 - Panic! at the Drive-Thru 13.06.2019 22:56

On this week’s episode: - A four-year security breach at Checkers and Rally’s - Microsoft suggests killing off killing off passwords - Apple leaves room to peek into MDM deployments Don't forget to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@Securemac.com

Checklist 141 - Security Privacy and WWDC 06.06.2019 42:22

This week, we look at some of the security announcements and changes announced at WWDC, including: - MDM changes for parental control apps - Sign in with Apple - HomeKit for cameras and routers - A few of August’s favorite things from WWDC Don't forget to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@Securemac.com

Checklist 140 - To Track or Not to Track? 30.05.2019 27:28

On this week’s Checklist by SecureMac: - Apps are talking in your sleep - A case against tracking software for kids - A followup on ZombieLoad - Automatic updates and FileVault Don't forget to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@Securemac.com

Checklist 139 - 2FA 101 23.05.2019 32:38

We mention two-factor authentication quite a bit, but it’s been a while since we took a close look. On this week’s Checklist by SecureMac: - Different types of authentication - What kinds of accounts should employ it - August tells a 2FA tale Bringing the user group to you - It’s Checklist 139! Don't forget to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@Se...

Checklist 138 - Any Times a Good Time for an Update 16.05.2019 21:32

On this week’s Checklist by SecureMac: - Examining and. Defending Against ZombieLoad - A Serious WhatsApp Exploit - Security Reasons to Install Your Apple Updates Don't forget to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@Securemac.com

Checklist 137 - Security Breach on Pump Four 09.05.2019 26:08

On this week’s Checklist by SecureMac: - Security breach on pump four - A U.S. city under cyber siege - Keeping 12-year-olds off of dating apps Don't forget to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@Securemac.com

Checklist 136 - The High Cost of Free Viewing 02.05.2019 30:37

On this week’s Checklist by SecureMac: - Free viewing, plus bonus malware! - 80 million households exposed! - Is Facebook ACTUALLY working on user privacy? Don't forget to check out our show notes: SecureMac.com/Checklist And get in touch with us: Checklist@Securemac.com