Strap in, folks—this isn’t your average cybersecurity snoozefest. We're plugging into a conversation with Greg Garcia, the guy who's been leading healthcare's cyber crusade like it’s the season finale of a medical drama. From hospitals fending off ransomware to the chaotic ballet of patching ancient medical devices, it’s clear: in a world where tech keeps patients breathing, cyber safety is patient safety. And no, turning it off and on again won’t fix this one.

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If you thought “One Phish, Two Phish” was a Dr. Seuss classic, think again—this cybercrime edition comes with a twist of ransomware, app-specific passwords, and a side of website hijacking. This week, we explore what happens when software vendors forget to patch, hackers start crafting emails better than your favorite copywriter, and your website becomes a party zone for malware. It’s an episode full of lessons, laughs, and mild panic—just the way we like it.

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If you’ve ever wondered what happens when “going viral” meets “losing your license,” this episode has the answer—courtesy of a nurse who took her TikTok dreams a little too far. From cringe-worthy compliance blunders to Oklahoma’s oddly refreshing legal update, we’re diving headfirst into the murky waters of healthcare privacy, social media madness, and why reasonable security might just be your get-out-of-court-free card. It’s like HIPAA meets reality TV—minus the roses and dramatic exits.

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This week on “Things That Make You Go Hmm,” we’re serving up a digital cocktail featuring disappearing network routes, dark web AI tools with a flair for phishing, and Microsoft’s bold new idea to let Copilot tinker with your system settings—what could possibly go wrong? In this episode, we dissect digital disasters and marvel at how event planners might just be outdoing some organizations when it comes to risk assessments. It’s equal parts facepalm and fascinating.

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You’ve heard of phishing scams, ransomware, and all the usual cyber villains—but have you prepared for the wrath of a squirrel? In this episode, we unpack how one fuzzy-tailed offender knocked out power to 11,000 customers and sent a swim club scrambling for pencils and paper. But this isn’t just a woodland horror story. It’s a real-world reminder that sometimes, your biggest threat isn’t a hacker—it’s Alfred the squirrel with a death wish and a talent for circuit boards. We use this nutty incident to highlight the often-overlooked need for utility failure preparedness in healthcare and dig into the super-helpful (and criminally underused) ASPR TRACIE tip sheets that can keep your operations steady when nature gets twitchy.

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Welcome to another episode where chaos meets cybersecurity and common sense tries to crash the party. In this digital drama, we’re untangling the curious case of a former employee with way too much access, some mysterious printed medical records, and a whole lot of "Wait... WHAT?!" moments. We also dive into the thrilling (read: terrifying) reality of outdated edge devices and how your trusty old router might just be moonlighting as a hacker’s BFF. Oh, and spoiler alert—Microsoft Recall still isn’t winning any popularity contests.

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Ever wonder what would happen if a hacker walked right into your digital living room, kicked off their shoes, and hung out for three months without anyone noticing? This week’s episode dives into a jaw-dropping CISA Red Team Assessment that reads like a cybersecurity horror flick—complete with ignored alarms, forgotten passwords, and an open-door policy for digital intruders. It's not just about tech failures; it’s a full-blown case study in what happens when leadership decides “meh” is a strategy.

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Let’s face it — if healthcare had a dollar for every time someone said “we need another webinar,” it might actually be able to afford cybersecurity upgrades. This episode takes aim at the overload of online presentations and instead shines a light on what healthcare providers actually need. We unpack the findings of a critical report on the unique cybersecurity challenges facing small and rural healthcare providers, who are often running on shoestring budgets, outdated tech, and a whole lot of crossed fingers.

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When a cybersecurity CEO strolls into a hospital and decides to play malware magician with a couple of unlocked computers, you've got yourself a plot twist worthy of a Netflix docuseries. In this episode, we dive headfirst into bizarre breaches, finger-pointing fiascos, and the kind of contractual confusion that’ll make you want to reread your SLAs before breakfast. It’s a rollercoaster of responsibility, reputation, and really bad behavior. But at the heart of it all is the million-dollar question: who’s actually responsible when it all goes sideways?

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Healthcare still has a giant “Hack Me” sign taped to its back — and the latest reports from Mandiant and Verizon are here to confirm it. These cybercrime breakdowns reveal that attackers are smarter, sneakier, and spending more time poking around your network than ever before. Waiting to secure your systems until after a breach is like installing a smoke detector after the house has already burned down — by the time you smell smoke, it’s too late. From dwell times that feel more like extended Airbnb stays to small businesses learning that “we’re too small to target” isn’t a strategy, the findings hit hard and the lessons come wrapped in some well-placed snark.

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