online safety
If a fake moustache can fool age checks, is the Online Safety Act working?
A UK report finds some progress since the Act came into force, but widespread workarounds, ongoing harm, and unresolved privacy concerns suggest the impact is still limited ...
Seeing Is Not Believing: How to Spot AI-Generated Video
In this episode we discuss the rising challenge of AI-generated videos, including deepfakes and synthetic clips that can deceive even a skeptical viewer. Once the gold standard of proof, video content is ...
Important Cybersecurity Things Everyone Should Know
Learn essential cybersecurity tips to protect your data, passwords, and devices from hackers. Stay secure with these practical online safety habits ...
Random Smishing Text Scams: Why “Do I Know You?” Texts Are Dangerous
In this episode, we discuss a rising scam involving random smishing text messages. Learn how these messages work, why they’re effective, and what you can do to protect yourself. Discover the dangers ...
Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA): Protecting Kids or Censorship?
In this episode, we explore the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), a controversial bill aimed at protecting children online. Joined by co-host Scott Wright, we discuss the potential implications of KOSA, including ...
Tracking Accusations May Have Roblox Back in Court
Roblox is accused of secretly tracking the data of children without consent, an activity that the plaintiffs say violates their privacy under federal law. ...
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 ...
Dracula Phishing Platform Targets Organizations Worldwide
In light of recent cyber threats, the Dracula phishing platform has prevailed, targeting organizations in over 100 countries. The Dracula phishing attacks are centered on leveraging an immense network of over 20,000 ...
The Imperative Role Parents Play in Ensuring Their Children’s Safety While Navigating the Digital Landscape
In today’s digital age, our children are growing up in a world that is vastly different from the one we knew as kids. With the internet and video games becoming an integral ...
Arkansas Social Media Consent Law, Android Malware Invasion, New Method of Keyless Car Theft
Is Arkansas taking the right step to protect children online? A new law passed in the state makes it illegal for minors to use social media without their parent or guardian’s consent ...
