Speakeasy Security

The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is now in its 54th year and ESET is there to check out all the action. Our hosts Ranson and Tony invite ESET Security Researcher Cameron Camp to join the podcast and share some of the cool and innovative things he’s seeing at CES. From the 56-inch infotainment screen in the new Mercedes-Benz to the eye-popping advancements in robotics and computing power, this show is truly back to its muscle-flexing form. So how secure are these new gadgets? Listen to Speakeasy Security as we break it all down from CES 2021

Links:
Router Swarms Invade your home: https://www.welivesecurity.com/2021/01/13/ces-2021-router-swarms-invade-home/

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ESET researchers have discovered connected sex toys can be vulnerable to cyberattacks. At least they were, until our team shared their findings with us on this podcast. So, what toys were found to be vulnerable and how can they be exploited? And what are the best ways to avoid risking an attack? Tune in to this episode of Speakeasy Security as our hosts speak directly with Cecilia and Denise, the security researchers who uncovered these vulnerabilities. Cheers!

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As the holiday season kicks into high gear, Black Friday and sales promotions are inescapable. Cybercriminals are taking note of the increase in online shopping this season, and our hosts Ranson and Tony share their tips for transacting safely. If you’re considering purchasing your gifts online this year, then you don’t want to miss this episode of Speakeasy Security.   

Links:  

https://www.bttoronto.ca/videos/safe-online-shopping-tips-with-tony-anscombe/ 

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Are people still falling for romance scams on social media? You would be surprised by the findings revealed in the latest report by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Individuals have lost a reported $117 million to scams in the first six months of 2020, and with the holiday season rapidly approaching, there are no signs that point to a slow down. Join us on this week’s episode of Speakeasy Security and learn about the latest scams targeting individuals and how to not fall victim to them. Cheers!

Links:
FTC 2nd Quarter Report on Scams: https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/blogs/data-spotlight/2020/10/scams-starting-social-media-proliferate-early-2020 

San Diego Oasis Technology Fair – Identity Theft: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oceVN2KCOTI 

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Join us this week on Speakeasy Security as Ranson and Tony discuss yet another development in biometrics, the Amazon One. Our hosts have a look at the new tech deployed by Amazon while also examine its commercial applications. We take a trip down memory lane and have a look back at the progress of biometrics in everything from fingerprint scanners to iris/retinal scanning. Grab a beer and enjoy this episode of Speakeasy Security.

Link: Amazon One 

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This week our hosts kick off Cybersecurity Awareness Month with a special guest. Ranson and Tony welcome Kelvin Coleman, the executive director of the National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA) to discuss how his organization is taking the lead to educate and empower the global digital society. Kelvin shares details about this month’s theme, “Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart” and how you can get involved and support this great initiative. Grab a drink and enjoy this week’s episode. Cheers! 

Links

National Cyber Security Alliance: https://staysafeonline.org/ 

NCSA Twitter: @StaySafeOnline  

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Our hosts Ranson and Tony invite Kristin Judge, CEO and founder of Cybercrime Support Network (CSN) and Fraudsupport.org, to join this week’s episode of Speakeasy Security. With the spike in cybercrime activity, Kristin drops by the podcast to discuss what her organizations are doing to support victims of cybercrime. Whether you’re a victim of a cleverly executed romance scam or have been personally affected by ransomware, Kristin shares her three golden rules for spotting a cybercrime, what information cybercriminals find valuable, and the law enforcement resources available to help. 

Kristin Judge LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristin-judge-1108b624/ 

Cybercrime Support Network (CSN): https://cybercrimesupport.org/ 

Fraudsupport.org: https://fraudsupport.org/ 

Scamspotter: https://scamspotter.org/ 

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In this episode our hosts take on fitness devices, trackers and apps that record and capture health data and much more. Earlier this week Apple announced the Apple Watch 6, which features a bevy of new capabilities including a new sensor capable of measuring blood oxygenation levels. This comes on the heels of the Amazon Halo announcement which can also capture a variety of physical and health data. What should you know about how your data is being used and what concerns should you have if you are wearing a fitness tracker? Tune in to this week’s episode of Speakeasy Security and find out. Cheers! 

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On this episode of Speakeasy Security, Ranson and Tony discuss how to prepare your digital devices in the event of an emergency evacuation. As fires continue to ravage communities across California and with other parts of the U.S. facing hurricanes and flooding, mandatory evacuations are forcing thousands of Americans to pack up and leave with little warning. What considerations should be made when preparing your tech to go? Join our hosts as they explain the steps you can take to be prepared. 

LINKS 

• WeLiveSecurity: Encryption 101  
• Cal Fire: Resources 
• Wildfire: Pre-evacuation preparation
   

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The school year is right around the corner and for many students this means the return of remote learning. Ranson and Tony discuss what returning to virtual classrooms means for the millions of students heading back to school. With students expected to spend more time learning online than ever before, our hosts discuss recent developments in California and across the US where getting connected is a priority. From the tech and tools needed to the steps taken to prepare for the new normal, catch this week’s episode of Speakeasy Security and find out what you should know as students head back to school. 

Links

San Jose Schools & ATT Provide Broadband to students: https://sanjosespotlight.com/san-jose-att-invest-in-free-internet-access-for-students/ 

Pew Research on internet broadband: https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/fact-sheet/internet-broadband/ 

Nashville and connectivity issues :https://www.tennessean.com/story/news/education/2020/08/04/metro-nashville-public-schools-start-school-year-virtual-technology/5560082002/ 

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