Hackers exploited a vulnerability in Kaseya’s software on July 3, 2021 and deployed ransomware to 1,500 organizations. To make matters worse, it was revealed that Kaseya was made aware of the security flaw six years earlier in 2015. When a service provider ignores recommendations to fix a known weakness in it's software, the consequences are costly.
Episode 27 - Chat Rooms
This week we discuss the lack of moderation in chat rooms with popular games like Among Us. The chat function is an open invitation for predators and parents are unaware of what their kids are reading.
Episode 26 - Rise of the Machines
Episode 25 - Censorship in Cyberspace
When you sign up for a social media account, you agree to terms and conditions and if you violate those stipulations you can be suspended or even permanently removed from the sites altogether. This week we discuss if an entity like Facebook or Twitter engaging in censorship infringes on our rights to freedom of speech.
Episode 24 - Ransomware
Episode 23 - Online Scams
This week we deep dive into Internet-enabled crimes and scams. According to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), last year was the highest dollar losses reported since the center was established. Individuals and organizations must remain vigilant and report scams immediately to help create a safer cybersecurity landscape.