• Cybersecurity Today

  • By: Jim Love
  • Podcast

Cybersecurity Today

By: Jim Love
  • Summary

  • Updates on the latest cybersecurity threats to businesses, data breach disclosures, and how you can secure your firm in an increasingly risky time.
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Episodes
  • Cybersecurity Incidents: Musk's Staffers, Canadian Power Utility Attack, and Massive Password Leak
    Apr 30 2025

    In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love discusses several major cybersecurity events. Two members of Elon Musk's 'Department of Government Efficiency' reportedly gained access to classified US nuclear networks, though accounts were never activated. Nova Scotia Power faces a cyber attack affecting customer services but not critical infrastructure. Additionally, over 1.7 billion stolen credentials have surfaced on the dark web, primarily collected via info stealer malware, emphasizing the growing threat to corporate security. Lastly, the importance of advancing beyond traditional password security is highlighted on World Password Day. For more information, tune in to the episode or reach out via email or LinkedIn.

    00:00 Introduction and Headlines
    00:22 Musk's Doge Staffers and US Nuclear Networks
    03:16 Nova Scotia Power Cybersecurity Incident
    05:19 Massive Data Breach on World Password Day
    07:56 Conclusion and Contact Information

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    9 mins
  • Cybersecurity Updates: CEO Legal Troubles, Global Cyber Rules, Microsoft Fix Issues, and AI at B-Side SF
    Apr 28 2025

    In this episode of 'Cybersecurity Today', host David Shipley covers multiple key stories: Veritaco CEO Jeffrey Bowie is charged with attempting to infect a hospital with malware. Global Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) call on world governments to harmonize cybersecurity regulations. Issues arise with Microsoft's recent 'Mystery Folder' security patch. Highlights from B-Side San Francisco's AI discussions include talks on weaponizing large language models and detecting deep fake technology. Additionally, the RSA Conference kicks off, promising numerous vendor announcements and updates.

    00:00 Cybersecurity CEO Charged with Hospital Malware Attack
    01:56 Global CISOs Call for Unified Cyber Regulations
    03:59 Microsoft's Mystery Folder Fix Issues
    05:37 AI Talks at B-Side San Francisco
    08:08 RSA Conference Highlights and Conclusion

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    9 mins
  • Understanding SaaS Security: Insights, Challenges, and Best Practices
    Apr 26 2025

    In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love delves into the topic of SaaS (Software as a Service) security. Sharing his early experiences promoting SaaS, Jim elaborates on its inevitable rise due to cost-effectiveness and shared development resources. The episode highlights security concerns with SaaS, such as shadow IT and weak access control, especially in the face of an influx of AI software. Jim introduces Yoni Shohet, CEO and Co-founder of Valence Security, who discusses the SaaS security landscape, focusing on the independent 'State of SaaS Security' report by the Cloud Security Alliance. Yoni outlines the importance of monitoring API tokens, ensuring proper configurations, and the challenges posed by non-human identities. The discussion underscores the evolving nature of SaaS security, encouraging stronger collaboration between security teams and business units to manage risks effectively.

    00:00 Introduction to SaaS Security
    00:01 The Evolution and Benefits of SaaS
    01:33 Challenges and Security Concerns with SaaS
    02:08 Introduction to the State of SaaS Security Report
    02:34 Interview with Yoni Shohet: Background and Experience
    03:06 Yoni Shohet's Journey in Cybersecurity
    08:33 The Rise of SaaS Security Issues
    14:03 Key Findings from the SaaS Security Report
    17:32 The Importance of SaaS Security Measures
    21:36 Managing SaaS Security in Organizations
    33:43 Valence Security's Approach to SaaS Security
    36:59 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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    38 mins

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