In this episode, Ryan Williams Sr. and Shannon Tynes discuss the latest trends in cybersecurity, focusing on phishing attacks that utilize URL shorteners and QR codes, especially during tax season. They emphasize the importance of user awareness and the need for effective cybersecurity training to combat these threats. The conversation also touches on the challenges of engaging users in cybersecurity education and the necessity of making it practical and enjoyable.

Article: Hackers Leveraging URL Shorteners & QR Codes for Tax-Related Phishing Attacks

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity Trends

02:31 Phishing Attacks and URL Shorteners

05:04 Best Practices for Cybersecurity Awareness

07:44 Engaging Users in Cybersecurity Training

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