Ask the Security Guy

Phishing, malware and more as the world deals with not only a Pandemic, but a rise in cyber security threats. 

In this episode Shawn talks about best practices in "spring" cleaning your technology. Looking at security settings, old apps that you don't use and more. 

In this episode we are joined by Valerie Floyd-Davis as she and Shawn discuss the profile of a hacker.  He OR SHE might not be who you think.

Search #newjob or #firstday on any social media platform and see pictures of new employees at their first day on the job. Or even pictures of their brand new ID Card.  Security Expert, Shawn Kohrman talks about why this could be a dangerous practice for the security of your organization. 

Shawn shares the top 3 cyber events of the past year as well as some types on how to protect yourself. 

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Valerie Floyd-Davis is a veteran of the United States Navy and is currently working on a Master of Professional Studies in Cyber Security Strategy and Information Management at George Washington University as well as a Doctor of Philosophy in Criminal Justice - Homeland Security Policy and Coordination at Walden University. In part one of our interview you will learn how Valerie began her journey in the U.S. Navy that lead to her desire to future her education in Cyber Security.

In Podcast episode #17 Shawn and Holly look at the YouVersion Bible and the recent claims of data mining.

Links from the episode:

https://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/apps/g29038565/delete-apps-iphone/

https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2018/12/04/1661715/0/en/YouVersion-Bible-App-announces-most-popular-Bible-verse-of-2018.html

https://www.bible.com/privacy

https://www.nytimes.com/2013/07/27/technology/the-faithful-embrace-youversion-a-bible-app.html

https://www.expressvpn.com/blog/delete-these-now-the-worst-apps-for-privacy-in-2019/

https://slate.com/technology/2013/07/youversion-from-lifechurch-tv-bible-app-collects-loads-of-user-data.html

Data breaches are becoming the norm, but when they impact your children there could be a lifetime of repercussions. Learn what you can do to protect their identity (and your own!)

Links from the show:

San Diego School District Breach 2019

https://www.idtheftcenter.org/500k-students-identities-stolen-in-san-diego-school-district-breach/

Identity THeft Help APp

https://www.idtheftcenter.org/itrcapp/

Cyber Hygiene

https://www.edweek.org/ew/articles/2018/03/07/schools-teach-cyber-hygiene-to-combat-phishing.html

Students Increasingly victims of Fraud and Identity Theft

https://nuvisionfederal.com/blog/memberresources/2018/08/27/students-increasingly-victims-of-fraud-and-identity-theft

Credit Freeze for Minors

https://oag.ca.gov/idtheft/facts/freeze-child-credit

https://www.idtheftcenter.org/knowledge-base-2/how-to-place-a-credit-freeze/

Government Resources

Internet Crime Complaint Center

https://www.identitytheft.gov/

This month Shawn Kohrman looks at several of the current threats to our security. From the Android app modules for Scary Granny to Blue Keep. What they are and how you can safeguard your information.

This month, security expert, Shawn Kohrman looks at what certifications can help you in your journey to become a cyber security expert. Review the Show notes at: https://bit.ly/31ehRrJ