The Awareness Angle - Episode 5
In this episode of The Awareness Angle podcast, we discuss a range of cybersecurity topics, including Microsoft's new password security measures, the rise of phishing attacks during the holiday season, and the implications of a major data breach at Meta. We also explore vulnerabilities in Volkswagen's infotainment systems, the rapid adoption of AI in the workplace, and the exploitation of Google Calendar by cybercriminals. The episode wraps up with listener comments and insights on the importance of balancing security controls with user convenience.
We dive into the multifaceted risks associated with generative AI, including oversharing and data classification challenges. The conversation covers the evolving role of AI in business, the vulnerabilities of C-suite executives to phishing attacks, and the rise of QR code scams. We also touch on the rebranding of "pig butchering" to "romance baiting" in fraud terminology, the implications of voice cloning technology, and concerns surrounding AI in gaming, particularly with a suspicious new game. Finally, we address the importance of user awareness in the context of data breaches and the actions individuals should take when notified of such incidents.
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đź’¬ Episode 5 Discussion Points
Microsoft Confirms Password Deletion For 1 Billion Users—Attacks Up 200%
https://www.forbes.com/sites/zakdoffman/2024/12/13/microsoft...
Darktrace Reports 692% Surge in Black Friday Cyber Scams
https://cybermagazine.com/articles/darktrace-reports-692-sur...
Cyber Awareness Alert: Stay Safe During Maha Kumbh Mela 2025!
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/saurabh-jha-0611201a1_cyber-a...
Meta Fined €251 Million for 2018 Data Breach Impacting 29 Million Accounts
https://thehackernews.com/2024/12/meta-fined-251-million-for...
Multiple flaws in Volkswagen Group’s infotainment unit allow for vehicle compromise
https://securityaffairs.com/172024/hacking/volkswagen-group-...
Cybercriminals Exploit Google Calendar to Spread Malicious Links
https://www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/cybercriminals-ex...
YouTube victim of AI voice cloning brings secure change
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CDMy4YMFOOg\
It's time to stop calling it "pig butchering"
https://www.bitdefender.com/en-gb/blog/hotforsecurity/its-ti...
Catly AI Controversy Explained
https://gamerant.com/catly-mmo-generative-ai-steam-apple-wat...
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