Infosec

Cities of the Future or Hacker’s Paradise? The Cybersecurity Risks of Smart Cities
Join us as we explore the concept of smart cities—municipalities enhanced by connected technology like sensors, cameras, and automated systems to improve services and infrastructure. We discuss the inherent vulnerabilities that come ...

Do You Really Need a REAL ID to Fly in the US? Breaking Down the Myths
Join us as we discuss the long-awaited implementation of the REAL ID Act in the U.S. We cover the essentials you need to fly, the potential benefits of using your passport, and ...

Invasion of Privacy: The Hidden Camera Dilemma
Ever worried about hidden cameras in Airbnb rentals? You’re not alone! In this episode, we explore the unsettling rise of hidden cameras in personal spaces, the inadequacy of current laws, and practical ...

When AI Fights Back: Threats, Ethics, and Safety Concerns
In this episode, we explore an incident where Anthropic’s AI, Claude, didn’t just resist shutdown but allegedly blackmailed its engineers. Is this a glitch or the beginning of an AI uprising? Along ...

Mark Zuckerberg’s Vision: AI Companions and the Loneliness Epidemic
In this episode, we explore Mark Zuckerberg’s bold claim that AI friends will replace human friendships, and discuss the potential implications of a world where technology mediates our connections. We also update ...

Facebook Flaws and Privacy Laws: A Journey into Early Social Media Security from 2009
Join hosts Tom Eston, Scott Wright, and Kevin Johnson in a special best-of episode of the Shared Security Podcast. Travel back to 2009 with the second-ever episode featuring discussions on early Facebook ...

An Evening of Browser Security: SquareX’s RSAC Networking Dinner
Engaging the cybersecurity communityAs part of our activities at RSAC 2025 Conference, SquareX hosted an exclusive networking dinner for CISOs and security leaders at the St. Francis Yacht Club. The event brought ...

What Vibe Coding, MCP, and Slopsquatting Reveal About the Future of AI Development
Join us as we explore the transformative changes in software development and cybersecurity due to AI. We discuss new terminology like ‘vibe coding’ — a novel, behavior-focused development approach, and ‘MCP’ (Model ...

The Impact of Politics on Cybersecurity: CVE’s and the Chris Krebs Executive Order
What would happen if the US government halted funding for the CVE program? In this episode, we explore the controversies surrounding the funding of the CVE program, the role of CVEs in ...

Centralizing Data and Enhancing Workflows: Inside PlexTrac’s New Capabilities
Welcome to part three of our series with PlexTrac where we address data overload in vulnerability remediation. Join us as we preview the latest PlexTrac capabilities, including new ways to centralize asset ...