Whether or not you're familiar with shadow IT, know this: it's everywhere. Our guest this week, Charlie Livingstone, shines a light on the growing problem of shadow IT and how Wagestream are managing the risks it poses. Sit down with Roo and Charlie, as they unpack what shadow IT actually is, the growing challenges associated with it, and what we can do to safeguard ourselves and our organizations. ??️ In Watchtower Weekly we cover everything from new crypto scams to a surprise second data breach for Roku: The Credential Stuffing Attack Sequel. Plus, we shake up Security Blank by guessing some ..read more

How can we make the online world safer for our kids and families? This episode, we learn how to strike a harmonious balance of online privacy and security with founder of the Family Online Safety Institute, Stephen Balkham. Tune in to hear his top tips for keeping our kids and families digital lives safe. ?‍?‍?‍?? We also unlock a few metaphorical and literal doors in Watchtower Weekly, as we react to the latest security vulnerabilities to hit the headlines.?? Plus, Roo hosts a pun-packed round of Security Blank. (And yes, Anna did send him the answers...) ? Giveaway – Win 1 Year of 1Password ..read more

How can we shape the future of AI and make sure it's used for good? We sit down with Verity Harding, author of the newly released: AI Needs You: How We Can Change AI's Future and Save Our Own. ?‍♂️? Tune in for the historical lessons we can learn from previous tech revolutions of the twentieth-century – from the space race to the internet – and how they can empower us to join the conversation about AI and its possible futures. Staying on the topic of AI, we also discuss the world's first major act to regulate artificial intelligence in Watchtower Weekly. To wrap things up, Matt hosts yet anoth ..read more

What's the number one thing anybody can do to protect their own security? On today’s episode, Charles, Marcus, and Tom from the Mac Admins Podcast share their top tips for Apple device users looking to manage their own security. ?️? In Watchtower Weekly, we dissect the recent 'on-again-off-again' takedown of infamous ransomware gang, Lockbit. Plus, Sara seeks revenge as she hosts Security Blank for the very first time! ?? ?  Watchtower Weekly Feds hack LockBit, LockBit springs back. Now what? New hack clones fingerprints just by listening to fingers swipe screens Avast fined $16.5 millio ..read more

Can millions of toothbrushes be hacked and 'turned into a secret army' for criminals? How are tech giants fighting election-related deepfakes? We answer all that in this episode's Watchtower Weekly. ??️ Roo also hosts a hilarious game of Security Blank and sits down with our special guest, Greg Van Der Gaast. Previously cited as one of the world's five most notorious hackers, tune in to hear Greg's unconventional approach to securing any organization or business. ? ?  Watchtower Weekly Millions of hacked toothbrushes could be used in cyber attack Tech giants sign voluntary pledge to figh ..read more

We're back! Join the podcast crew for a brand new season of random security. We're kicking off our first episode with notorious hacker and expert security consultant, Jayson E. Street. Settle in, as he recalls how understanding human behavior led him to successfully robbing banks and organizations on five different continents. ?? We also unpack the 'Mother of all breaches' in Watchtower Weekly, and launch our brand new game: Security Blank. It has a catchy new jingle too, of course! ???️ ?  Watchtower Weekly Mother of all breaches reveals 26 billion records NCSC Warns That AI is Already ..read more

It's our final episode of the year! We’ve pulled together a panel of special guests for the fun and festive Security Quiz of the Year - 2023 edition. ???? Podcasting royalty, Jack Rhysider from Darknet Diaries and Carole Theriault from Smashing Security, join the panel to help us unpack another year in cybersecurity. Bring on the belly-laughs! ? We also crown the ultimate winner of HackerNoHacker in the grand finale, and unveil our brand new game for 2024: Security Blank. ?? If you've enjoyed the show this season, we’d appreciate you leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to ..read more

Should businesses be worried about the AI security threat? How do we protect our children's devices from malware? We dive into all that and more in Watchtower Weekly.  Plus, we sat-down with Jason and Nimisha from Datadog to discuss some of the challenges of securing the cloud and why it's important to get cloud security right. We also unveil a new 1Password SIEM integration with Datadog that gives you greater visibility into the security posture of your business, all from one central location! ?? ?  Watchtower Weekly Widely available children’s tablet has malware and exposes kids ..read more

How does it feel to find your first bug? What makes a good bug hunter? We get into all that and more with bug bounty hunter and face by the InsiderPhD YouTube channel, Katie Paxton-Fear. We also unpack the recent 23andMe data leak in Watchtower Weekly and share some fun and festive family-themed 1Password tricks in Did You Know?! ?‍?‍?‍?? ?  Watchtower Weekly 23andMe leaks data on over a million users, but DNA info remains safe Hacker leaks millions more 23andMe user records on cybercrime forum Over 40,000 admin portal accounts use 'admin' as a password Dead grandma locket request tricks ..read more

How has the cybersecurity landscape changed since the days of the floppy-disc? ? This week, we sit down with Smashing Security's Graham Cluley, to reflect on how threats have evolved. Graham also dishes his top security tips and explains why celebrating infamous hackers angers him. ? Tune in for our favorite ways to use tags with 1Password in Did You Know? Plus, Roo hosts HackerNoHacker for a Matt vs Sara showdown. ?? ?  Giveaway - Cybersecurity Awareness Month We’re running a giveaway! In celebration of Cybersecurity Awareness Month during the month of October, we're giving you the chanc ..read more