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The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update.

R. Prescott Stearns Jr.

Into year six for this award-winning, light-hearted, lightweight IT privacy and security podcast that spans the globe in terms of issues covered, with topics that draw in everyone from executive to newbie, to tech specialist. Your investment of between 15 and 20 minutes a week will bring you up to speed on half a dozen current IT privacy and security stories from around the world to help you improve the management of your own privacy and security.

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00:17:40

Tea for Six Point Two with the IT Privacy and...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/08/06

EP 254. In this week's update:Despite back-to-back data breaches and legal blowback, women are still queuing up by the millions for Tea. This is one hot dating app that's apparently more viral than secure.North Korean IT operatives are clocking into remote jobs worldwide. Fueled by GenAI and fake identities in what CrowdStrike calls a daily cybersecurity crisis.A British luggage startup managed to lose more than just bags. Airportr briefly exposed diplomatic travel data and full backend

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00:13:54

EP 253.5 Deep Dive. Buggin' out with the IT Privacy...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/07/31

Germany’s Tech-Driven Warfare & Ethical ImplicationsGermany is integrating AI, robotics, and human-machine teaming into its military, deploying tech like robotic cockroaches for surveillance and mini-robots for urban combat. These innovations aim to enhance decision-making and minimize human risk. Yet, critics warn of ethical and legal concerns, especially around loss of human oversight in lethal decisions. Despite official claims that humans will remain in control, the autonomy debate

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00:21:13

Buggin' out with the IT Privacy and Security Weekly...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/07/30

EP 253.In this update we find out that...Germany’s military is diving into sci-fi territory with AI-powered robots and spy cockroaches. What futuristic tactics are they cooking up to redefine the battlefield? We find out, and then bug out.Astronomer Hires Coldplay Lead Singer’s Ex-Wife as Temporary Spokesperson: Gwyneth Paltrow. A viral Kiss Cam scandal rocks Astronomer, leading to resignations and a surprise Gwyneth Paltrow cameo. How did a Coldplay concert spark this corporate chaos? You know

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00:13:19

EP 252.5 Deep Dive. The IT Privacy and Security...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/07/24

A single compromised password led to the collapse of 158-year-old UK logistics firm KNP, after hackers—suspected to be the Akira gang—used it to gain access, encrypt systems, and demand a £5 million ransom. Unable to pay, the company lost all its data and folded, putting 700 employees out of work. The breach underscores how weak access controls can have catastrophic consequences.To counter massive botnets, Google is now combining technical defenses with legal action. Its lawsuit against the “BadBox

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00:17:16

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update for the...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/07/23

EP 252. In this week's update:A single compromised password enabled ransomware actors to bankrupt a 158-year-old British logistics firm, exposing the catastrophic business risks of weak access controls.Google launches its most aggressive legal action yet to dismantle a massive botnet infecting over 10 million devices, signaling a strategic shift toward litigation-led cyber defense.Security researchers have identified a new malware technique leveraging overlooked DNS traffic to bypass

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00:14:38

EP 251.5 Deep Dive,. The IT Privacy and Security...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/07/17

Significant Data Breaches and VulnerabilitiesMcDonald's AI-driven hiring platform, Olivia (by Paradox.ai), exposed 64 million applicant records due to weak security, including a password as simple as "123456." In Sweden, security personnel inadvertently revealed Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson’s whereabouts by sharing fitness routes on Strava. Qantas suffered a breach affecting 5.7 million customers, with personal details like addresses and phone numbers exposed via a third-party

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00:19:48

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update, with a...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/07/16

EP 251. This week's update with a side of Fries....McDonald’s AI-driven hiring platform faces scrutiny after a critical security flaw exposed millions of applicants’ personal data to potential hackers. Swedish security personnel inadvertently disclosed Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson’s private whereabouts through fitness app Strava, raising national security concerns. Qantas confirms a massive data breach affecting 5.7 million customers, exposing personal details via a third-party platform

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00:11:28

EP 250.5 Deep Dive. Cry me an AI. The IT Privacy and...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/07/10

Emerging Trends in Privacy, Security, and AIDecentralized, Offline Messaging with BitchatJack Dorsey’s Bitchat is a privacy-first messaging app that bypasses internet and servers, using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) mesh networking to transmit encrypted, ephemeral messages between nearby devices. It doesn’t require phone numbers, accounts, or cloud storage, and messages disappear by default. Bridge devices help extend communication range, making Bitchat ideal for secure, off-grid use.Google Gemini AI

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00:15:29

EP 250. Cry me an AI. The IT Privacy and Security...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/07/09

This week takes us from blueteeth to AI emotional supportJack Dorsey’s innovative Bitchat app pioneers secure, internet-free messaging via Bluetooth, redefining decentralized communication.Google’s Gemini AI introduces context-aware assistance on Android, sparking privacy debates with its opt-out data access model.A major breach exposes Catwatchful’s invasive stalkerware, compromising thousands of Android devices with covert surveillance.Finally, AT&T’s Account Lock feature empowers customers to

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00:15:25

EP 249.5 Deep Dive. Loadsa Money. The IT Privacy and...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/07/02

North Korean IT Worker Fraud Scheme:The U.S. Department of Justice uncovered a covert North Korean operation involving IT workers fraudulently securing remote jobs at over 100 American tech companies using stolen or fake identities. These workers operated within U.S.-based "laptop farms" and created shell companies to obscure over $5 million in illicit earnings. Funds were funneled to the North Korean government, supporting weapons development. The scheme also involved data theft,

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00:19:09

EP 249. Loadsa Money. The IT Privacy and Security...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/07/02

This week we've got loads of news and loadsa money!North Korean IT workers secretly landed remote jobs at over 100 U.S. tech companies, funneling millions to fund Kim Jong Un’s weapons program. The operation ran for years undetected—until the FBI knocked on the wrong contractor’s door.Android 16 is getting a stealthy new feature that alerts users when their phone connects to suspicious cell towers.Think your phone isn’t being watched? Your operating system might soon say otherwise.A massive

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00:14:51

EP 248.5 Deep Dive. No Telly. The IT Privacy and...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/06/28

What are the latest trends in large-scale cyberattacks, and how can individuals help prevent them?Large-scale cyberattacks, especially Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS), are growing in both scale and sophistication. One recent attack hit 7.3 Tbps, unleashing 37.4 TB of junk traffic in 45 seconds. These attacks often harness botnets made up of compromised Internet of Things (IoT) devices—like home routers or cameras—that have default credentials or unpatched software.How to help prevent

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00:20:30

EP 248. No Telly. The IT Privacy and Security Weekly...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/06/25

In this week's update: A massive 7.3Tbps DDoS attack overwhelmed a Cloudflare customer’s site with 37.4 terabytes of junk traffic in just 45 seconds, highlighting the growing scale of cyber threats.Smart TVs equipped with Automatic Content Recognition (ACR) technology track viewing habits across devices, raising significant privacy concerns due to extensive data collection.Then the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office has issued new guidance to curb excessive data collection by smart devices

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00:14:48

EP 247.5 Deep Dive Broken Windows. The IT Privacy and...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/06/19

Windows Hello's Facial Authentication UpdateMicrosoft updated Windows Hello to require both infrared and color cameras for facial authentication, addressing a spoofing vulnerability. This enhances security but disables functionality in low-light settings, potentially inconveniencing users and pushing some toward alternatives like Linux for flexible authentication.EchoLeak and AI Security'EchoLeak' is a zero-click vulnerability in Microsoft 365 Copilot, discovered by Aim Labs, allowing

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00:18:55

Broken Windows. The IT Privacy and Security Weekly...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/06/18

EP 247. ... and in this update, Microsoft has updated Windows Hello to require both infrared and color cameras for facial authentication, improving security by addressing a spoofing vulnerability, though it now requires visible lighting. This increases biometric reliability and inconvenience to users in low-light settings. Consider exploring alternative operating systems like Linux for flexible authentication options. Aim Labs identified and helped patch 'EchoLeak,' a zero-click

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00:15:40

EP 246.5 Deep Dive. OverReach. The IT Privacy and...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/06/12

Meta and Yandex covertly tracked Android users through their apps, which listened silently on local ports to intercept browsing data and link online activities to user identities, evading common privacy measures like cookie deletion or Incognito Mode. Users can protect themselves by uninstalling these apps, switching to privacy-focused browsers (e.g., Firefox, Brave, DuckDuckGo), and closely managing device permissions.Sonoma County faces criticism and a lawsuit from the ACLU for expanding drone

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00:20:23

Overreach. The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/06/11

EP 246...And in this update, the subject of overreach. Just last week, Meta and Yandex ceased covert tracking practices on Android apps that exploited localhost communications to collect user data, prompting recommendations to use privacy-focused browsers like Firefox, Brave, or DuckDuckGo. The ACLU filed a lawsuit against Sonoma County, California, alleging its drone program, initially for tracking illegal cannabis, has expanded into unauthorized surveillance of private properties, raising ire or

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00:13:14

EP245.5 Deep Dive. The IT Privacy and Security Weekly...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/06/05

Recent digital developments show a growing gap between technological innovation and the protections needed to safeguard privacy, autonomy, and society at large. A string of high-profile incidents showcases the systemic vulnerabilities across sectors.Data breaches remain rampant. LexisNexis Risk Solutions, a leading data broker, suffered a breach via a third-party vendor, compromising the PII of over 364,000 individuals. This underscores the inherent risks of outsourcing sensitive data and the

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00:21:04

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update "Explodes"...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/06/04

EP 245 In this week's update: A trove of sensitive Russian nuclear facility documents was unintentionally published through a government procurement site, revealing critical infrastructure details, raising global security concerns and providing your child's science class with a new talking point.A new study shows that large language models struggle to manage even simple long-term business operations, often collapsing into erratic or irrational behavior.A new benchmark evaluates how

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00:14:20

EP 244.5 The "Rain on me" Deep Dive from The IT...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/05/29

Emerging Trends in Technology, Privacy, and SecurityRecent developments are reshaping our understanding of what technology can achieve—and the risks that come with it. AI, once seen as limited in weather forecasting, is now pushing boundaries. Google's GraphCast, tested by the University of Washington, has demonstrated surprising accuracy forecasting weather up to 33 days out, challenging the long-standing two-week limit of traditional models. While not yet deployed for real-time use, this

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