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Prepare to have your mind broadened and your digital defenses bolstered as we journey with cybersecurity expert Aaron Painter, whose insights from Microsoft and NameTag are nothing short of enlightening. We tackle the increasingly sophisticated realm of social engineering, where attackers prey on human psychology rather than system weaknesses. Discover the chilling ease with which these modern-day digital pickpockets can orchestrate account takeovers, and how traditional security questions are no match for their cunning. It’s a deep dive into the human element of cybersecurity, with compelling anecdotes that reveal just how vulnerable we can be when our guard is down.
This episode isn't just about the problems; it's a treasure trove of cutting-edge solutions! We explore the terrifying capabilities of deepfake technology and its impact on identity verification with a story that sounds like it's straight out of a spy thriller—a finance controller tricked into transferring $25 million. But there's hope yet, as we uncover the groundbreaking methods NameTag employs to thwart these digital doppelgängers, reshaping the landscape of multi-factor authentication resets to outsmart even the craftiest of con artists. Aaron's narrative is a testament to the fine line between innovation and security and how we must tread it carefully.
Wrapping up, our discussion casts a spotlight on the shadowy operations of cybercriminal collectives and the ongoing battle against supply chain attacks. Witness the complexity of securing against compromised hardware and the constant threat of breaches that loom over every organization. We round out with a clarion call to action for heightened cybersecurity awareness and education—a beacon for anyone looking to navigate the treacherous waters of cyber threats. Aaron's stories and strategies, available through LinkedIn and getnametag.com, serve as a vital arsenal in the fight to protect our digital footprint in an age of relentless change.
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Security Unfiltered Ep 23 - Alex Tartar - Turgensec
Security Unfiltered Ep 22 - Patti Titus - CISO of Markel Corp
Security Unfiltered Ep 21 - Chris Cochran from Hacker Valley Studio Podcast
Security Unfiltered Ep 20 - Best Selling Author Ted Harrington
Security Unfiltered Ep 19 - Matt Alderman CEO of Security Weekly
Security Unfiltered Episode 18: Interview with Raphael Fiedler CEO at Safing
Security Unfiltered Episode 17: Interview w/ Ashish Rajan
Security Unfiltered Episode 16: Dells Backdoor
Security Unfiltered Episode 15 - How to be Uncommon in Security
Security Unfiltered Ep 14 - Prashant Mohan - ISC2 Certification Training Tips
Security Unfiltered Episode 13: Interview with Theresa Levesque (PCI - PMO)
Security Unfiltered Ep 12 - Facebook Data Privacy
Security Unfiltered Ep 11 - Great Leaders vs Bad Bosses
Security Unfiltered Ep 10 - Not So Incognito
Security Unfiltered Ep 9 - Skills Of A SOC Analyst
Security Unfiltered Ep 8 - Ben Malisow - All Things Security
Security Unfiltered Ep 7 - Microsoft Exchange Zero-Day
Security Unfiltered Ep 6 - Leaving A Company
Security Unfiltered Ep 5 - ISC2 Certifications - Tips, Tricks & Guidance
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