Podcast Episode 11: Special Guest from RVATech, Nick Serfass, CEO
Get ready for a very special Unmasked. Joining us in this episode is Nick Serfass, CEO of RVATech. For those not in the Richmond area, RVATech is on a mission to ignite the growth of the technology sector, the success of technology companies, and the vibrancy of the technology community ... Read More
CISA Urgent Advisory: Exploitation of Unitronics programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
Overview The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued an urgent advisory concerning the exploitation of Unitronics programmable logic controllers (PLCs) within the Water and Wastewater Systems (WWS) Sector. These critical systems manage various aspects of water treatment and distribution, and cyber threat actors have targeted these PLCs, posing ... Read More
Podcast Episode 10: New AI Safety Standards, Cyber Skills Gap, Experience VS. Certification
Join us for another riveting episode of Unmasked to close out November. Get ready to dive into recent cybersecurity events and hot topics. We dissect AI’s use across multiple industries, examining how it’s trained for specific tasks and discussing its limitations. And for those of you who are looking to ... Read More
Podcast Episode 9: Special Guests from the University of Richmond
Join us for this very special episode as we sit down with the IT and Security experts from the University of Richmond. John Craft (Director of Information Security), Keith McIntosh (Chief Information Officer), and Svetla Walsh (Information Security Analyst) discuss their upcoming Capture the Flag (CTF) event. Get to know ... Read More
Podcast Episode 8: Brightpoint’s IT Spirit Week, Infrastructure Security, AI’s Limitations
Welcome to another captivating episode of Unmasked! Join us as we embark on a thrilling journey into the dynamic realm of cybersecurity, led by the always entertaining and insightful Paul Blacker and Mark Harvey. In this episode, we’re excited to discuss Assura’s involvement in Brightpoint Community College’s IT Spirit Week ... Read More
Podcast Episode 7: Special Guest Jon DiMaggio, Chief Security Strategist & Author
Ever wondered what it’s like to infiltrate a ransomware gang? Well, you’re about to find out. We’re joined by Jon DiMaggio, Chief Security Strategist of Analyst1 and author of the Art of Cyberwarfare, who takes us on a thrilling journey into the perilous world of ransomware. This episode is a ... Read More
Podcast Episode 6: Breach Class-Action, Help Desk Trickery, and Sextortion Scams
Welcome back for episode six of Unmasked! This week, we take a deep dive into the headlines of September, providing you with valuable context and insights into the latest cybersecurity events. The reverberations of the MOVEit disaster are still keenly felt, and this time, they’ve led to a class-action lawsuit ... Read More
Podcast Episode 5: Fake Ads, Insider Threats, and a Big Data Dump
In this thrilling episode of Unmasked, our cybersecurity superheroes plunge headfirst into the late August headlines to uncover the most cutting-edge and formidable cyberattacks. Fasten your seatbelts and ensure your hands remain securely inside the vehicle as we embark on an exhilarating journey through the world of cybersecurity. Along our ... Read More
Podcast Episode 4: Burger Breach, Extra Credential-Stuffing, with a Side-Channel
In the latest episode of Unmasked, we’re taking a deep dive into August headlines, unpacking all the threats and vulnerabilities that lurk in our digital realm. We’re covering some major ground, from the Burger King data breach to unsettling cyber attacks on hospital EMR systems. Join us as we also ... Read More
Podcast Episode 3: Breaches, Scams, and Countdown to DEFCON
In this episode, we dive into the end of July headlines, covering a class action lawsuit against John Hopkins following a major data breach, emphasizing the need for better data handling and security practices. We also explore the complexities of IoT device regulation, questioning the absence of tech giants like ... Read More

