Security News Episodes

Stay updated with the latest developments and breaking news in the cybersecurity field, covering incidents, breaches, and industry trends.
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March 24, 2025

Ep. 165 Google Buys Wiz for $32 Billion in EPIC deal

Check out our Sponsor SNHU to learn more about their cybersecurity degree program https://snhu.edu/techtual Google has acquired Wiz the Cloud Security platform in a blockbuster deal for $32 Billion after Wiz previously turned them down last year. WhatsApp had a zero day exploited in Paragon software A Federal Judge has blocked DOGE’s access to Social Security Administration data. Apple is facing heat for not coming through with Apple Intelligence and much more. #Wiz #google #apple join the dis...
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July 20, 2024

The AT&T Cyber Attack is BIGGER than IMAGINED all CUSTOMERS Affected

Send us a Text Message. Go to our sponsor https://aura.com/techtualchatter to get a 14- day FREE trial and see if your personal information has been leaked online Our hosts discuss the vulnerabilities in third-party cloud services, with a spotlight on Snowflake's role in the recent AT&T data breach, affecting hundreds of companies and millions of users. Listen as they dissect the security flaws that led to exposed customer call and text records and the steps you can take to safeguard your perso...
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July 4, 2024

Was the Federal Reserve Bank Hacked?

Join us in this episode of The TechTual Talk as Henri and Destini discuss recent cybersecurity incidents, including the Lockbit attack on Evolve Trust, CDK Global outage and Kaspersky's new US ban. Special guest Kenneth shares insights on remote work, education vs. experience in hiring, and the importance of work-life balance. Plus, we dive into the latest TV show critiques and industry trends. Don't miss out on expert advice and light-hearted banter! #cybersecurity #technews #RemoteWork #TechTalk #Ransomware
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May 31, 2024

Microsoft's AI Recall Privacy NightMare | Facial Recognition HUGE Problem

Send us a Text Message. In this compelling episode, "Microsoft's AI Recall Privacy Night Mare | Facial Recognition Tech HUGE Problem" your hosts Henri and Destini W dive deep into the digital underbelly of cybersecurity breaches that are making headlines. Featuring guest expert Lee, we unravel the recent devastating hacks on PC Tattletale and the Mitre Corporation, and the far-reaching impacts of these breaches on personal and corporate data. 📼 **Nostalgia Alert!** Join us as we take a trip dow...
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May 13, 2024

United Healthcare's Billion Dollar Security Problem | Ascenion health hacked !

In this riveting episode of The TechTual Talk hosts Henri and Destini W dive deep into the alarming cybersecurity breach that hit United Healthcare, leading to staggering losses nearing $872 million. Join us as we unravel the details of the sophisticated ransomware attack by the Black Cat gang, which exploited vulnerabilities due to inadequate security measures like the absence of multifactor authentication. Understand the dire consequences of the breach that not only affected critical healthcar...
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April 12, 2024

AT&T's Hacking Nightmare: Millions of Customer Records Leaked

Welcome to The TechTual Talk, where hosts Destini and Henri dive deep into the dynamic world of tech, cybersecurity, and workplace challenges. In our riveting latest episode, AT&T's Hacking Nightmare: Millions of Customer Records Leaked, we unpack the startling breach of AT&T, exposing the vulnerability of data in an ever-connected world. Our discourse transcends technical boundaries, exploring the intersection of groundbreaking AI and cybercrime, with a special focus on a sophisticated AI-gener...
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March 11, 2024

Meta Suffered Massive Outage ! | Is Cyber Security Boring? | Change Healthcare paid the Ransom ?

Could the Meta platforms outage be a harbinger of digital vulnerability we've ignored for too long? Join Destiny and I as we unpack the complexities of cybersecurity, not to paint a daunting picture, but to reveal its multifaceted nature, brimming with challenges and thrills. From a deep dive into the recent Meta mishap to the nuances of "soft life" illusions online, we're peeling back layers of the tech world's most pressing issues. We won't shy away from the lighter side either, sharing our ho...
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Feb. 27, 2024

AT&T suffers Outages | AI Deepfake steals $25 million | The RTO Debate

Immerse yourself in the digital dialogue with The TechTual Talk's latest episode, "AT&T suffers Outages | AI Deepfake steals $25 million | The RTO Debate." Host Henri and tech enthusiast Destini tackle the intricate realms of technology disruptions, cybersecurity in healthcare, and the quandaries of artificial intelligence in patient care. Dive into the strategic importance of maintaining a positive social media presence and the multifaceted challenges faced by the tech industry, including gate...
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Sept. 25, 2023

Unraveling Cisco's $28 Billion Splunk Acquisition and a Breakdown of MGM Resorts Hackers Brilliant Hacking Techniques

Prepare to be captivated as we unravel the intricacies of Cisco's jaw-dropping $28 billion acquisition of Splunk, a tech deal that's sure to leave shockwaves in the realm of security operations. You'll gain invaluable insights into the Splunk platform, a game-changer that's transforming the way we comprehend system glitches and errors. Our discussion isn't merely an academic review; we aim to shine a spotlight on the potential job opportunities this acquisition could engineer, offering you a nov...
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Sept. 18, 2023

MGM's Cybersecurity Breach, Goldman Sachs' Office Return Policy, and Evolving AI Job Search Strategies

Are you prepared to navigate the murky waters of cybersecurity? We have an engaging conversation lined up, starting with a detailed dissection of the recent cybersecurity breach at MGM Resorts. We explore the possible security oversights and the crucial role of stakeholder oversight, as well as the alleged threat actors behind the breach and the astonishing $30 million ransom demand. Get set to gain valuable insights on the intricate landscape of cybersecurity and the important lessons that can ...
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June 12, 2023

THIS 26 yr old Snapchat Security Engineer reveals how Internships impacted her Cybersecurity Career

How would you react if your data was suddenly at risk? Join us as we dive deep into the world of cybersecurity with Yasmin Abdi, a security engineering leader at Snap. We explore the importance of a proactive approach to data security and what it takes to become an expert in this ever-evolving field, from Yasmin's experiences interning at Google and Meta, to her passion for teaching computer science to young black and brown kids. Discover the role of identity and access management in a robust s...
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April 17, 2023

21-year-old Air National Guardsman faces charges for leaking Military intelligence documents

Join us for episode 84 of The TechTual Talk Podcast,where we cover a diverse range of topics that matter. In this episode, we discuss the case of a 21-year-old National Guardsman who leaked sensitive intelligence via Discord, shedding light on the implications of such actions in the world of national security. Moving on, we warn our listeners about the dangers of falling for Multi-Level Marketing (MLM) scams, and provide insights on how to identify and avoid them. In tech news, we delve into the...
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March 27, 2023

Can the GOVERNMENT BAN TIK TOK ? | Ferrari Suffers a ransomware attack

In this video, we discuss the recent move by the government to ban TikTok and its potential implications. We also delve into the frustrating experience of being ghosted by recruiters and bombing interviews. Finally, we explore why tech professionals should avoid discussing politics on TikTok. Join us for insights and advice on navigating these topics in the tech industry. #government #TikTokBan #recruiting #interviews #techindustry #politics Ferrari says ransomware attack exposed customers’ per...
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March 20, 2023

Meta's over-hiring during Pandemic lead to Tech Layoffs | Dish Network suffered Ransomware Attack

"Discover why the 3-day hybrid work model may not be suitable for employees, how Meta's overhiring during the pandemic led to fake work, and how Dish Network failed to inform customers about a ransomware attack. Learn what makes an excellent entry-level job description in this episode." Source Articles: Bosses think in-office work 3 times a week is 'the magical number.' 'It's not,' says CEO Laid Off Meta Employee Says the 'Fake Work' Stories Are True | Entrepreneur Dish customers kept in the d...
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March 13, 2023

TOP Lender for TECH STARTUPS SVB closed by California REGULATORS

In episode 79 of The Techtual Talk, we discuss the latest cybersecurity news, including AT&T's alert to 9 million people about a security breach and the closure of SVB Bank by California regulators. We also delve into proper DM etiquette on social media and examine whether the CISSP certification is the ultimate standard in cybersecurity. Tune in for expert insights and analysis on these crucial topics! At&T hack: https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/atandt-alerts-9-million-customers-...
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March 3, 2023

What is Data Privacy in 2023

Welcome to our latest episode of The Techtual Talk , where we delve into the critical topic of Data Privacy in 2023. Our special guest, Erin Relford, has over 20 years of experience in privacy engineering and is here to shed light on how safe your data really is. In this episode, we explore the latest data privacy regulations and the importance of protecting your personal information in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. We discuss the various ways in which companies collect, store, and use ...
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Jan. 30, 2023

IMPLEMENTING Cyber Security COUNTERMEASURES Prevents Security Breaches

Implementing cyber security countermeasures is crucial to preventing security breaches and protecting your sensitive information. In this video, Huralain will cover the importance of implementing security measures such as firewalls, encryption, and regular updates to protect against cyber threats. Don't wait until it's too late - take proactive steps to secure your business and personal information today. Watch now to learn more about implementing cyber security countermeasures to prevent secur...
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Jan. 4, 2023

I Ditched Lastpass for Dashlane Heres Why | Top 10 Worst Tech Jobs

Just days before Christmas, when most people probably weren’t paying too much attention, password management service LastPass revealed that hackers had accessed customers’ password vaults. LostPass: after the LastPass hack, here’s what you need to know: https://grahamcluley.com/lostpass-after-the-lastpass-hack-heres-what-you-need-to-know/ Here are the 10 worst entry-level tech jobs, based on our research: https://www.businessinsider.com/10-worst-entry-level-tech-jobs-2022-according-to-experts-...
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Oct. 12, 2022

Why DevSecOps is Critical!

Welcome back to The Techtual Talk! In this episode we discuss Anime, Bad tiktok cybersecurity advice, Damien's interest in tech, why Damien chose to get into cybersecurity vs being a video game developer, devops vs devsecops and much more. Damien Burks (he/him) is currently a Cloud Security Engineer - VP at Citi . In the past he worked as a Security Software Engineer at Verizon as a supporting developer for the CSO 50 award-winning in-house DLP solution. Over the past three years of his career,...
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Oct. 7, 2022

Former Uber CSO Convicted of Breach Cover-up! & Facebook is exercising a "quiet purge"

Welcome back to The Techtual Talk podcast! Today we will be discussing former UBER CSO Joe Sullivan was convicted of obstruction of proceedings of the Federal Trade Commission and misprision of felony in connection with the cover-up of Uber's 2016 data breach. Facebook executives are in the process of executing “quiet layoffs” of underperforming workers that could lead to thousands of employees getting pink slips, according to a report. You’re resume and job search skills maybe ultimately holdin...
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Sept. 27, 2022

What is PCI? & Does Roe v. Wade mean a loss of Data Privacy?

In this special episode of The Techtual Talk In this Patreon exclusive episode we are joined by Eric Thomas aka BlueTeam Thomas and my guy Antoine Matthews. We discuss PCI & HITRUST, making detections for OT Security, Getting into OT Security, and the ramifications that follow roe v wade being overturned. #cybersecurity #roevwade #dataprivacy 00:00:00 Intro 00:10:00 What is PCI 00:30:00 How to move into OT Security 00:58:00 Loss of Data privacy with Roe v Wade 01:23:00 Young men have to underst...
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Sept. 23, 2022

Uber got hacked by an 18 year old

Welcome Back to The TechTual Talk Podcast! In this episode I will be discussing bad tiktok cybersecurity advice, uber being hacked, why security awareness is important, and some interview tips I've picked up along the way Get 40% off my career coach services using code "gethired" Source links: SOC Analyst Scenario Questions: https://www.powr.io/form-builder/i/33449837#page 10 Popular Cybersecurity Certifications [2022 Updated] https://www.coursera.org/articles/popular-cybersecurity-certifica...
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June 14, 2022

Cyber Breach Please!

In this episode Rachael Marks, CEO of CYCO joins us and we discuss her career journey, path to tech, being a ceo, etc. If you enjoyed this talk make sure you hit that like button and share this out to the world. You can follow Rachael on Instagram here: ⬇️ Rachealmarksthespot Join the patreon: https://patreon.com/techtualchatter Check out the youtube channel: https://youtube.com/techtualchatter Grab my ebook: https://techtualconsulting.com/digitalproducts Check out my resume services: https:/...
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June 12, 2022

Robinhood was hacked

In this episode, I discuss Robinhood getting hacked, when to leave your job, and why I changed the name of the podcast. Thanks for rocking with us Source articles: https://techcrunch.com/2021/11/09/robinhood-data-breach/ https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-11-09/robinhood-data-breach-even-exposed-email-addresses-can-be-financially-risky Jbull consulting ⬇️ https://www.jbullconsulting.com/inanutshell Join the patreon: https://patreon.com/techtualchatter Check out the youtube channel...