Threats

Under the pretext of compensation for data leaks, fraudsters are selling “temporary U.S. social security numbers.”

The ransomware app now uses infected devices to send SMS messages abroad on the victim’s dime.

How paranoid employers and jealous partners can spy on you, and why chip bags are best left to movie heroes.

Extorters are demanding ransom not in cryptocurrency, but in prepaid debit cards. All the same, you shouldn’t pay.

Two schemes whereby a victim receives money — and neither one is good news.

On this podcast, Dave and Jeff discuss an insecure smartwatch for kids, Jack Dorsey hacker caught, Black Friday scams and security and more.

Why stalkerware is a problem not only for targets, but also for security vendors – and what we’re doing to fix it.

How to stay safe from ransomware with free protection against cryptors and free decryption tools.

Overpriced apps entice Google Play and App Store users with a free trial period, and then charge them for a paid subscription even when uninstalled.

Dave and Jeff take a look at Bitcoin mining in Georgia, Fortnite bans, the latest on gaming cheats, and more.

A Chrome vulnerability already exploited by attackers gets patched. We recommend updating your browser right now.

Dave and Jeff chat about the week’s top cybersecurity news, including whether you should put your license plates online, FTC crackdowns on stalkerware, Aussie cops making bank on Bitcoin, and more.

On this podcast, Dave and Jeff take a look at the week’s top cybersecurity news including voice apps turning home assistants into phishing devices, Pixel’s face unlock issue, the Air Force retiring some old tech, and more.

Buzzing the White House, paralyzing airports, crashing into planes and power lines — we highlight the dangers of drones.

On this podcast, Dave and Jeff take a look at the latest on Libra, disclosing to guests if you have a smart speaker, jackpotting ATMs, and more.

Charles Perrault explains how hired hackers use social engineering and watering hole attacks for political purposes.

For this episode, Jeff flies solo while Dave is on vacation. Listen for the latest in Twitter’s Tailored Audience snafu, the US, UK, and Australia looking for encryption backdoors, and more.

Victims of Yatron and FortuneCrypt ransomware can download a decryptor from the No More Ransom website to recover their encrypted files.

The botnet generally propagates through EternalBlue, the same vulnerability that made the WannaCry and NotPetya outbreaks possible.

On this podcast, Jeff is joined by Oksana, Kate, Julia and Anya in Moscow to discuss what privacy means to them.

Hacked SIM cards allow spying. We explain how and why.