Breaking Cybersecurity News: Canada's House of Commons Breached and Windows 10 Support Ending Soon
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley reports from Fredericton, New Brunswick, amidst severe forest fires. The main story covers a data breach in Canada’s House of Commons involving parliamentary employee information, attributed to a recent Microsoft vulnerability. The episode also discusses Fortinet’s recent high-severity vulnerability patches and Microsoft's reminder of Windows 10 support ending in October 2025. Additionally, there’s rare good news as researchers gain insights into the iMac 3.0 malware after a source code leak. The episode encourages vigilance, patching, and awareness of upcoming support changes while offering contact information and solicitation for audience engagement. 00:00 Introduction and Headlines 00:35 Canada's House of Commons Data Breach 03:48 Fortinet Vulnerabilities and Patches 05:49 Windows 10 End of Life Announcement 07:17 Malware Source Code Leak Insights 09:08 Conclusion and Viewer Engagement
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Exploring the Ransomware Ecosystem with Tammy Harper
In this episode of 'Cybersecurity Today,' the host welcomes Tammy Harper from Flair.io for an in-depth exploration into the ransomware ecosystem. Tammy, a seasoned threat intelligence researcher and certified dark web investigator, shines a light on the complex world of ransomware, its history, business models, and the various threat actor groups involved. The discussion covers initial access brokers, notable ransomware groups like Conti and LockBit, and modern shifts in the ransomware landscape fueled by AI and affiliate models. This episode offers a comprehensive guide for understanding how ransomware operates and the tactics used by cybercriminals, making it a must-watch for anyone interested in cybersecurity. 00:00 Introduction 00:50 Meet Tammy Harper: Expert in Ransomware 01:59 Understanding the Ransomware Ecosystem 03:26 Ransomware Business Models and Initial Access Brokers 06:39 Double and Triple Extortion Explained 10:50 The Evolution of Ransomware 15:43 The Role of Cryptocurrency in Ransomware 19:22 The Rise and Fall of Conti 25:56 Tools of the Trade: EMOTET, ICEDID, and TrickBot 33:35 LockBit and the Ransomware Cartel 36:37 The National Hazard Agency and Ba Lord 38:13 LockBit Training Materials 40:23 Ransomware Negotiations 40:54 Ransom Chat Project 41:58 Conti vs. LockBit Negotiation Tactics 47:30 Modern Ransomware Groups 51:18 Medusa and Other Emerging Groups 01:04:52 Initial Access Market 01:09:41 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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300 Million In Crypto Fraud Funds Frozen: Cybersecurity Today
Cyber Crime Crackdown: $300 Million in Crypto Frozen, FBI Accounts Hacked, and Critical Microsoft Patches Released In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love covers major recent events in cybercrime and cybersecurity. Over $300 million in cryptocurrency tied to cybercrime has been frozen through coordinated efforts by the private sector and law enforcement in the US and Canada. Cyber criminals are selling active FBI and other law enforcement email accounts for as low as $40, posing significant risks of impersonation and fraud. Microsoft's latest Patch Tuesday addresses over 100 vulnerabilities, including critical flaws in various services and applications. Nova Scotia Power faces criticism for seeking to hide details about a major cybersecurity breach that affected 280,000 customers, with regulators emphasizing the need for public accountability. Jim signs off by encouraging listeners to support and provide feedback for the show. 00:00 Cybercrime Crypto Crackdown 02:34 FBI Email Accounts for Sale 04:05 Microsoft Patch Tuesday Updates 06:16 Nova Scotia Power Cybersecurity Breach 07:43 Show Wrap-Up and Listener Engagement
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Urgent Vulnerabilities: Patching Exchange, Citrix, and Fortinet
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley covers critical security updates and vulnerabilities affecting Microsoft Exchange, Citrix NetScaler, and Fortinet SSL VPNs. With over 29,000 unpatched Exchange servers posing a risk for admin escalation and potential full domain compromise, urgent action is needed. Citrix Bleed 2 is actively being exploited, with significant incidents reported in the Netherlands and thousands of devices still unpatched globally. Fortinet SSL VPNs are experiencing a spike in brute force attacks, hinting at a possible new vulnerability on the horizon. Lastly, Shipley highlights notable moments from DEFCON 33, including innovative security hacks and sobering realities of the hacker community. Tune in for detailed breakdowns and insights on how to stay vigilant against these threats. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:32 Microsoft Exchange Vulnerability 02:54 Citrix Bleed Two Exploits 05:21 Fortinet SSL VPN Brute Force Attacks 07:39 Insights from DEFCON 33 13:46 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Cyber Attacks, Jailbreaking GPT-5, and Hacker Summer Camp 2025 Highlights
In today's episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley covers critical updates on recent cyber attacks and breaches impacting the US Federal judiciary's case management systems, and SonicWall firewall compromises. He also discusses researchers' new jailbreak method against GPT-5, which bypasses ethical guardrails to produce harmful instructions. Shipley shares insights and standout sessions from Hacker Summer Camp 2025, including BSides Las Vegas, the I Am the Cavalry track, and Defcon, highlighting ongoing efforts and challenges in the cybersecurity landscape. Stay informed, stay secure, and join the conversation in this detailed overview of current cybersecurity issues and innovations. 00:00 Introduction and Headlines 00:31 US Federal Judiciary Cyber Attack 02:29 SonicWall Ransomware Attacks 04:14 AI Jailbreak Techniques 07:44 Hacker Summer Camp 2025 Highlights 08:10 BSides Las Vegas and Community Insights 09:29 Healthcare Cybersecurity and Crash Cart Project 12:11 Defcon Reflections and Final Thoughts 13:45 Conclusion and Listener Engagement