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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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00:17:16

EP 260.5 Deep Dive. The Mistake before the Break. The...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/09/18

Executive OverviewThe week’s events illustrate escalating risks at the intersection of industrial operations, national security, personal privacy, and emerging technology. Major cyber incidents demonstrate how fragile digital infrastructure has become, while privacy erosion continues through corporate data monetization and state surveillance. Human error persists as a dominant threat vector, and rapid technological advancement remains both a shield and a source of risk.I. Systemic Infrastructure

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00:24:45

The Mistake Before the Break. The IT Privacy and...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/09/17

EP 260 This is our last update before a two week break so we've packed it.We start with the devastating cyber attack on Jaguar Land Rover exposes the fragility of modern manufacturing, halting production and threatening the UK’s automotive supply chain.Russia’s state-backed Max messaging app, touted as secure, has become a breeding ground for scams, undermining user trust and safety.UK schools face a surge in cyber attacks driven by students exploiting weak credentials, revealing critical gaps

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00:20:45

EP 259.5 Deep Dive. In the Picture with The IT...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/09/11

EP 259.5The cybersecurity and technology threat landscape is accelerating in scale, sophistication, and impact. A convergence of AI-driven offensive capabilities, large-scale supply chain compromises, systemic insecurity in consumer devices, corporate data abuses, and state-level spyware deployment is reshaping digital risk. At the same time, new innovations—particularly in open-source, privacy-centric AI and smart home repurposing—highlight the dual-edged nature of technological

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00:19:55

In the Picture with The IT Privacy and Security...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/09/10

EP 259 In this week’s update:Affordable LookCam devices, marketed as home security solutions, harbor critical vulnerabilities that could allow strangers to access your private video feeds.VirusTotal uncovers a sophisticated phishing campaign using SVG files to disguise malware, targeting users with fake Colombian judicial portals.Plex alerts users to a data breach compromising emails, usernames, and hashed passwords, urging immediate password resets to secure accounts.Philips Hue’s innovative

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00:20:08

258.5 deep dive. We can see you. The IT Privacy and...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/09/04

Modern technology introduces profound privacy and security challenges. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth devices constantly broadcast identifiers like SSIDs, MAC addresses, and timestamps, which services such as Wigle.net and major tech companies exploit to triangulate precise locations. Users can mitigate exposure by appending _nomap to SSIDs, though protections remain incomplete, especially against companies like Microsoft that use more complex opt-out processes.At the global scale, state-sponsored hacking

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00:17:04

We can see you. The IT Privacy and Security Weekly...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/09/03

EP 258. In this week’s hyper focused update:Unveiling the hidden reach of Wi-Fi tracking, exposing how everyday devices can reveal your location to anyone, anywhere.A global cybersecurity alert highlights a sprawling Chinese hacking operation targeting critical communication networks across 80 nations.OpenAI’s new surveillance measures on ChatGPT spark debate over privacy and safety in AI-driven conversations.Anthropic’s shift to train AI on user data raises critical choices for privacy and security

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00:19:04

257.5 Deep Dive. The Super Intelligent IT Privacy and...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/08/28

Organizations today face escalating cyber risks spanning state-sponsored attacks, supply chain compromises, and malicious apps. ShinyHunters’ breaches of Salesforce platforms (impacting Google and Farmers Insurance) show how social engineering—like voice phishing—can exploit trusted vendors. Meanwhile, Russian actors (FSB-linked “Static Tundra”) continue to leverage old flaws, such as a seven-year-old Cisco Smart Install bug, to infiltrate U.S. infrastructure. Malicious apps on Google Play (e.g.,

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00:17:50

The Super Intelligent IT Privacy and Security Weekly...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/08/27

EP 257.In this week’s Super Intelligent IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update:Halo X's AI-powered glasses redefine digital assistance with real-time conversation insights for enhanced ... everything. Microsoft strengthens cybersecurity by limiting sensitive exploit code access in its vulnerability disclosure program. LibreOffice v25.8 empowers governments with secure, open-source tools for unparalleled digital sovereignty. FTC champions data security, urging U.S. tech leaders to resist foreign

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00:17:34

EP 256.5. Deep Dive. EP 256 The IT Privacy and...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/08/21

Phishing Training Effectiveness: A study of over 19,000 employees showed traditional phishing training has limited impact, improving scam detection by just 1.7% over eight months. Despite varied training methods, over 50% of participants fell for at least one phishing email, highlighting persistent user susceptibility and the need for more effective cybersecurity education strategies.Cybersecurity Risks in Modern Cars: Modern connected vehicles are highly vulnerable to cyberattacks. A researcher

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00:18:50

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

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/08/20

EP 256. Freshly Phished this week...A study with thousands of test subjects showed phishing training has minimal impact on scam detection. The results are surprisingly underwhelming.A hacker exploited a carmaker’s web portal to access customer data and unlock vehicles remotely. The breach exposed major vulnerabilities.Russian hackers took control of a Norwegian dam, releasing water undetected for hours. The cyber-attack raises serious concerns and water levels.Illinois banned AI in mental health

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00:12:52

EP 255.5 Deep Dive. Sweet Thing and The IT Privacy...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/08/14

How AI Can Inadvertently Expose Personal DataAI tools often unintentionally leak private information. For example, meeting transcription software can include offhand comments, personal jokes, or sensitive details in auto-generated summaries. ChatGPT conversations—when publicly shared—can also be indexed by search engines, revealing confidential topics such as NDAs or personal relationship issues. Even healthcare devices like MRIs and X-ray machines have exposed private data due to weak or absent

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00:17:37

Sweet Thing and The IT Privacy and Security Weekly...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/08/13

EP 255 For this week's sweet update we start with AI tools that are quietly transcribing your meetings, but what happens when your offhand jokes end up in the wrong hands? Discover how casual chats are being exposed in automated summaries.Your ChatGPT conversations might be popping up in Google searches, revealing everything from NDAs to personal struggles. Uncover the scale of this privacy breach and what it means for you.Fake TikTok shops are luring shoppers with AI-crafted ads, hiding a

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00:17:43

EP 254.5 Deep Dive Tea for Six Point Two and the IT...

The IT Privacy and Security Weekly Update. ·

2025/08/07

1. Scrutiny of the "Tea" Dating AppThe women-focused dating app "Tea" faces backlash after two data breaches exposed 72,000 sensitive images and 1.1 million private messages. Though security upgrades were promised, past data remained exposed, and the app lacks end-to-end encryption. Additionally, anonymous features enabling posts about men have sparked defamation lawsuits. Critics argue Tea prioritized rapid growth over user safety, exemplifying the danger of neglecting

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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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