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The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update.

R. Prescott Stearns Jr.

Into year five 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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00:17:30

EP 223.5 Deep Dive. The IT Privacy and Security...

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2025/01/02

IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update FAQ - December 31st, 20241. Why isn't Apple building its own search engine? Apple has stated that developing a search engine is "outside of its core expertise" and would require substantial investment and resources. The company also cites the rapidly evolving field of AI as a deterrent, making such a venture "economically risky." Apple currently receives a significant revenue stream from Google for being the default search engine on Apple devices, making the

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00:16:05

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

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2025/01/01

EP 223For this update, a completely diverse collection of stories starting with Apple dodging the search engine game by insisting that search ads are not Apple's "core" expertise.Then another serving of fruit and Raspberry Pi’s billion-dollar boom proving that tiny computers with huge valuations says you don’t need size to make a big impact.Chinese hackers demonstrate that it makes "cents" to have the US Treasury's data on their holiday gift list.And then for your next security conference, forget

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00:23:27

EP 222.5 Deep Dive into 'No coal in them Stockings'...

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2024/12/26

We go deep into this week's topics and break into the stories covered. What's happening with bot detection these days? Traditional CAPTCHAs are becoming ineffective as bots are now able to solve them easily. This has led to developers exploring alternative methods like behavior analysis and biometrics, but these come with their own privacy and accessibility concerns. The rise of AI agents further complicates things, requiring platforms to distinguish between helpful and harmful bots. Are car

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00:21:17

"No coal in them Stockings" from the IT Privacy and...

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2024/12/25

Episode 222 For our first story Bot Detection Is No Longer Working. CAPTCHAs are now a reverse IQ test—humans fail while bots ace them effortlessly.Then senators rip into the automakers: Car makers sell your data but won’t let you fix your car—talk about a two-for-one insult.Fancy digital plates? Cool until someone hacks them to dodge tolls—or make you pay theirs.A GPS tracker company left customer data exposed, which is a little ironic for a business built on knowing your every move.Then a new

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00:13:58

Episode 221.5 Deep Dive: The IT Privacy and Security...

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2024/12/19

FAQ: IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update (Week Ending December 17th, 2024) 1. What is the main takeaway from the recent US Telecom breach? The breach linked to Chinese hackers highlights the dangers of government backdoors in encryption systems. The 1994 CALEA law, intended to assist law enforcement, created vulnerabilities exploited in this incident. Experts emphasize that backdoors weaken security for everyone and make systems susceptible to both good and bad actors. 2. What security concerns

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00:16:18

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

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2024/12/17

Episode 221Our first update has an important security lesson, "When you build a backdoor, don’t be surprised when everyone comes walking through it."Then a very topical subject when an insurance chatbot is exposed... now you can experience the chatbot denying your claims in real time!Microsoft’s Recall feature: capturing sensitive info, even when it promises it won’t—because AI still struggles with “Oops.”Then Meta seems to be collecting fines as efficiently as it collects your data.China to

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00:29:49

EP 220.5 Deep Dive - The IT Privacy and Security...

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2024/12/12

IT Privacy and Security FAQ - Week Ending December 10th, 20241. What happened to Stoli, and how can I protect my business from the same fate? A ransomware attack crippled Stoli Group's IT systems, leading to bankruptcy for its US and Kentucky Owl subsidiaries. The attack highlighted the importance of robust cybersecurity measures. To safeguard your business, prioritize secure IT systems, keep software updated, maintain regular backups, and educate employees about phishing and malware threats. 2

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00:16:13

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

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2024/12/11

Episode 220This week we solve a mystery that has may have more impact this holiday season than you could imagine, and what you can do to stop the same thing happening to you.A Chinese hacking campaign targets telecoms globally, proving that no phone call is truly safe.The FCC takes a hard stance on telecom cybersecurity, warning companies: fix those flaws or face hefty penalties.Google's "end-to-end encryption" turns out to be more like "end-to-what?" as tech bloggers expose misleading claims.A

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00:14:09

Episode 219.5 Deep dive into The IT Privacy and...

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2024/12/05

Deep dive into The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update moves into Low Earth Orbit for the Week Ending December 3rd., 2024: Your FAQs Answered1. What is the FTC doing to protect my location data? The FTC has taken action against companies like Gravy Analytics and Venntel selling sensitive location data without user consent. This data, often gathered from smartphones, was being used for surveillance purposes, including by law enforcement agencies. The FTC has banned these companies from selling

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⁠EP 219 The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update...

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2024/12/04

EP219For this update, yes we are up again. We start off on terra firma, but we definitely end up in the clouds.A double whammy from the FTC who just put the brakes on companies selling your location data—because privacy should come first, (even if you’re just visiting a coffee shop.) and then suddenly notices that your smart devices might not be as 'smart' as you thought—especially when it comes to knowing how long they'll get updates.The UK's cybersecurity chief warns: we're underestimating the

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00:17:21

Episode 218.5 Deep Dive: The IT Privacy and Security...

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2024/11/28

FAQ: 1. What measures are US senators proposing to enhance cybersecurity in healthcare? A bipartisan group of US senators has introduced the Health Care Cybersecurity and Resiliency Act of 2024. This act mandates healthcare organizations adopt basic cybersecurity standards like multi-factor authentication (MFA), improved coordination between the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and a more transparent breach reporting

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00:18:57

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update serves up...

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2024/11/27

Episode 218 For this Update we start with an attempt to stop a spoiler and end with quite a few ways to slice a Pi.In the US a few senators have gotten together a tablet of requirements they'd like to see healthcare organizations swallow in the US.Australia, moves forward with a reporting requirement for all firms paying ransomware demands.China is back in the news in the backdoor of all the US mobile phone providers. The big issue this week? Finding them and kicking them out!Japan has a very

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00:13:35

Episode 217.5 Deep Dive The IT Privacy and Security...

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2024/11/21

Privacy & Security FAQ: Week Ending November 19th, 20241. What happened with T-Mobile and Chinese hackers?Chinese hackers, suspected of ties to Chinese intelligence, infiltrated T-Mobile as part of a larger cyberespionage operation. This attack targeted telecom companies to gather intelligence on high-value targets. While T-Mobile claims no significant impact on their systems or customer data, the breach raises concerns about the security of telecommunications networks and the potential for

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00:15:37

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update puts it on...

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2024/11/20

EPISODE 217 If you drive a car you'll want to listen out for the sixth story in our update this week. We tell you how you can even join in the fun!On the day after 45 people were sentenced to prison by the Chinese authorities for pro-democracy activities in Hong Kong we get confirmation that the Chinese have broken into T-Mobile.Google gives a gift that could stop phone fraud in its tracks, but only if you have a Pixel 6 or later phone.India slaps Meta for coercive activities related to customer

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Episode 216.5 Deep Dive. The IT Privacy and Security...

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2024/11/14

The team discusses the week's IT Privacy and Security Update and offers a different perspective. Enjoy!

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An Alarming IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update for...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2024/11/13

Episode 216In this week's update we move from alarming outfits to stormy data sharing.We start with retailers are eyeing thread-thin tech to tackle shoplifting and then move to Cyber-criminals stealing private data by pretending to be the police.Then that iPhone the police took off you when your paid for shirt set off the alarm... well suddenly rebooted. Then Apple again dreams up a plan that could make lost luggage a thing of the past.From there, an update from the Feds as they suggest staff be as

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00:11:06

EP215.5 Baguettes and the IT Privacy and Security...

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2024/11/07

For Episode two one five and a half our couple does a deep dive into this week's topics. Enjoy!

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Fresh Baguettes and the IT Privacy and Security...

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2024/11/06

Episode 215 On U.S. election day, this is the update that will tear you away from the endless all night results shows.Schneider Electric gets hacked, and the cyber thief is demanding $125,000 in something peculiar – a data breach with a French twist!Scientists have discovered that plants “see” light by bending it through tiny air gaps – proving they don’t need eyes to point to something bright.Opting out of Facial recognition site PimEyes means giving them more photos... and left us feeling

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00:22:25

Episode 214.5 Deep Dive into Hacks, Zachs, and Smacks...

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2024/10/31

Episode 214.5 This deep-dive session takes a more conversational look into the topics covered in Tuesday's update. More to enjoy!

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00:19:43

Hacks, Zachs, and Smacks from the IT Privacy and...

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2024/10/30

EP214 Hacks, Zachs, and Smacks from the IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update for the week ending October 29th., 2024 10/29/2024 0 Comments EP214 This week's update whirls us around the living room for a collection of stories demonstrating that your privacy and security are nothing to be taken for granted.We start with a report with more troubling news about another robot vacuum cleaner gone rogue.Then French newspaper Le Monde are the sleuths in unravelling more compromise for our global leaders

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