Skyhigh Security CloudCast

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  • Join our Data Experts in the following podcast episodes, as we talk about all things Data. As an organization’s biggest asset, the importance of protecting data in a space with no jurisdiction is paramount; particularly at a time when the risks of data breaches globally have never been more serious. Adhering to compliance regulations is also a key challenge facing organizations including FedGov and a critical component of how these organizations protect their data.
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  • CloudCast Cybersecurity Headlines for February 12th, 2025

    CloudCast Cybersecurity Headlines for February 12th, 2025
    Feb 12 2025
    From the CloudCast Studios, I'm Scott Schlee, and these are your cybersecurity headlines for the week of Wednesday, February 12th, 2025. Headlines this week: Critical Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft Outlook Ransomware Payments Decline by 35% in 2024 GrubHub Discloses Data Breach Affecting Users and Partners Spyware Firm Cuts Ties with Italy Amid Targeting Allegations Microsoft Warns of Attacks Exploiting ASP.NET Machine Keys Lazarus Group Targets Professionals with Job-Themed Malware SparkCat Malware Campaign Targets Cryptocurrency Wallets Silent Lynx Group Targets Central Asian Organizations Engineer IMI Suffers Cyberattack Following Similar Incident at Smiths Group Taiwan Bans DeepSeek AI Over National Security Concerns Thank you again for listening to Skyhigh Cloudcast. If you've enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on your favorite platform so you never miss an update. If you like the show, please leave us a review. It helps others find the podcast. For more information about Skyhigh Security or CloudCast, please visit skyhighsecurity.com. Sources: Taiwan Bans DeepSeek AI Over National Security Concerns: diesec.com Critical Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft Outlook: diesec.com Ransomware Payments Decline by 35% in 2024: diesec.com GrubHub Discloses Data Breach Affecting Users and Partners: diesec.com Spyware Firm Cuts Ties with Italy Amid Targeting Allegations: diesec.com Microsoft Warns of Attacks Exploiting ASP.NET Machine Keys: thehackernews.com Lazarus Group Targets Professionals with Job-Themed Malware: thehackernews.com SparkCat Malware Campaign Targets Cryptocurrency Wallets: thehackernews.com Silent Lynx Group Targets Central Asian Organizations: thehackernews.com Engineer IMI Suffers Cyberattack Following Similar Incident at Smiths Group: cybersecurity-review.com ----------- CloudCast is hosted by Skyhigh Security’s very own Digital Experience Manager, Scott Schlee. Scott’s engaging demeanor and wit, backed by over 20 years in digital media production and web development, has led to successful collaborations with top-tier brands. His experience includes hosting and producing a wide range of podcasts and videos. Scott has been recognized for his outstanding work, including an award-winning digital short and a Webby Awards nomination for Viral Marketing (Branded). Beyond his professional achievements, Scott’s personal journey as a decade-long pancreatic cancer survivor has led him to share his story with the U.S. Congress and other organizations as an advocate for increased cancer research funding. Transcript From the CloudCast Studios, I'm Scott Schlee, and these are your cybersecurity headlines for the week of Wednesday, February 12th, 2025. A Critical Remote Code Execution Vulnerability Has Been Discovered in Microsoft Outlook: The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency issued an urgent alert about an actively exploited vulnerability in Microsoft Outlook. Attackers can execute remote code by bypassing Outlook's protections using a simple URL trick, endangering sensitive data. Federal agencies and private organizations are urged to apply patches promptly to mitigate this threat. GrubHub Has Disclosed A Data Breach Affecting Users and Partners: Food delivery service GrubHub reported a data breach resulting from a compromised third-party service provider account. Exposed information includes names, emails, phone numbers, and partial payment details of some campus diners. GrubHub has terminated the unauthorized access, enhanced security measures, and advises users to maintain strong, unique passwords. Paragon Solutions Cuts Ties with Italy Amid Targeting Allegations: Israeli spyware company Paragon Solutions has severed relationships with its Italian clients following allegations that its software was used to target government critics. A recent spyware campaign affected 90 users acro...
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  • CloudCast Cybersecurity Headlines for February 5th, 2025

    CloudCast Cybersecurity Headlines for February 5th, 2025
    Feb 5 2025
    From the Skyhigh Studios, I'm Scott Schlee, and these are your cybersecurity headlines for the week of Wednesday, February 5th, 2025. Headlines this week: Android Users Urged to Update Devices Due to Critical Vulnerabilities Smiths Group Suffers Global Cyberattack TalkTalk Investigates Potential Data Breach Apple Releases Critical Security Updates Law Enforcement Shuts Down Illicit Cybercrime Services Google Blocks Over 2 Million Risky Android Apps in 2024 UnitedHealth Discloses Massive Data Breach DeepSeek AI Chatbot's Data Exposure & Proposed US Government Ban Thank you again for listening to Skyhigh Cloudcast. If you've enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on your favorite platform so you never miss an update. If you like the show, please leave us a review. It helps others find the podcast. For more information about Skyhigh Security or CloudCast, please visit skyhighsecurity.com. Sources: Android Users Urged to Update Devices Due to Critical Vulnerabilities: thesun.ie Smiths Group Suffers Global Cyberattack: thetimes.co.uk TalkTalk Investigates Potential Data Breach: thesun.ie Apple Releases Critical Security Updates: diesec.com Law Enforcement Shuts Down Illicit Cybercrime Services: thehackernews.com Google Blocks Over 2 Million Risky Android Apps in 2024: diesec.com United Health Discloses Massive Data Breach: diesec.com DeepSeek AI Chatbot's Data Exposure: diesec.com Lawmakers Advocate for DeepSeek Ban on Government Devices: wsj.com ----------- CloudCast is hosted by Skyhigh Security’s very own Digital Experience Manager, Scott Schlee. Scott’s engaging demeanor and wit, backed by over 20 years in digital media production and web development, has led to successful collaborations with top-tier brands. His experience includes hosting and producing a wide range of podcasts and videos. Scott has been recognized for his outstanding work, including an award-winning digital short and a Webby Awards nomination for Viral Marketing (Branded). Beyond his professional achievements, Scott’s personal journey as a decade-long pancreatic cancer survivor has led him to share his story with the U.S. Congress and other organizations as an advocate for increased cancer research funding. Transcript Google released a security update addressing nearly 50 flaws in the Android operating system, including a high-severity vulnerability that could allow attackers to install malware or steal files without user authentication. Users are strongly advised to update their devices promptly to mitigate these risks. Smiths Group, a multinational engineering firm, experienced a cyberattack leading to unauthorized access to its systems. The company isolated the affected systems and is collaborating with cybersecurity experts to assess and recover from the incident. The breach resulted in a 1.7% drop in the company's share price. Telecom company TalkTalk is investigating claims of a data breach after a hacker alleged they were selling data from nearly 19 million of the company's current and former customers. The breach reportedly involves customer names, emails, IP addresses, and phone numbers, though no financial information is believed to be at risk. Apple issued updates to address a zero-day vulnerability (CVE-2025-24085) in its Core Media component, which could allow malicious applications to escalate privileges on affected devices. Users are advised to update their iPhones, Macs, and other Apple devices to the latest software versions to protect against potential exploits. A series of law enforcement operations led to the takedown of online marketplaces such as Cracked, Nulled, Sellix, StarkRDP, and HeartSender, which were involved in selling hacking tools, illegal goods, and crimeware solutions. These actions impacted millions of users and disrupted significant illegal activities. Google reported that it blocked a record 2.
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    5 mins
  • CloudCast Cybersecurity Headlines for January 15, 2025

    CloudCast Cybersecurity Headlines for January 15, 2025
    Jan 15 2025
    From the Skyhigh Studios at Skyhigh Security, I’m Scott Schlee, it’s Wednesday, January 15, 2025, and these are your cybersecurity headlines. Headlines this week: US Treasury Department Reports A Significant Data Breach China Protests US Sanctions Over Cyber Activities Bayview Asset Management Agrees to a $20 Million Settlement Apple Proposes a $95 Million Siri Privacy Settlement Sophisticated AI-Driven Phishing Scams Are Targeting Email Users Myanmar Enacts a Cybersecurity Law Enforcing Internet Censorship US Cybersecurity Experts Predict Increased Post-Election Cyber Attacks Former US Federal Officials Recommend Cybersecurity Policies for the Upcoming Trump Administration Project 2025's Proposed Changes and Their Potential Impact on US Election Security And Concerns Over Quantum Computing's Impact on Cybersecurity Before diving into this week’s headlines, we want to take a moment to acknowledge the devastating wildfires currently impacting California. Our thoughts are with everyone affected, including those who have lost homes, loved ones, or are facing displacement. As always, we encourage listeners to support relief efforts if they’re able. Please visit Charity Navigator for a list of trusted organizations offering support. Thank you again for listening to Skyhigh Cloudcast. If you've enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe on your favorite platform so you never miss an update. If you like the show, please leave us a review. It helps others find the podcast. For more information about Skyhigh Security or CloudCast, please visit skyhighsecurity.com. Sources: US Treasury Department Breach: US News China Protests US Sanctions Over Cyber Activities: US News Bayview Asset Management's $20 Million Settlement: WSJ Apple's $95 Million Siri Privacy Settlement: Vox AI-Driven Phishing Scams Targeting Email Users: New York Post Myanmar's Cybersecurity Law Enforces Internet Censorship: AP News US Cybersecurity Experts Predict Increased Cyber Attacks Post-Election: The Australian Quantum Computing's Impact on Cybersecurity: The Times Former Officials Recommend Cybersecurity Policies for Next Administration: POLITICO Project 2025's Potential Impact on US Election Security: WIRED ----------- CloudCast is hosted by Skyhigh Security’s very own Digital Experience Manager, Scott Schlee. Scott’s engaging demeanor and wit, backed by over 20 years in digital media production and web development, has led to successful collaborations with top-tier brands. His experience includes hosting and producing a wide range of podcasts and videos. Scott has been recognized for his outstanding work, including an award-winning digital short and a Webby Awards nomination for Viral Marketing (Branded). Beyond his professional achievements, Scott’s personal journey as a decade-long pancreatic cancer survivor has led him to share his story with the U.S. Congress and other organizations as an advocate for increased cancer research funding. Transcript From the Skyhigh Studios at Skyhigh Security, I'm Scott Schlee, and these are your cybersecurity headlines for the week of January 6th, 2025. The U.S. Treasury Department reported a significant cyber incident attributed to Chinese state-backed hackers. Attackers remotely accessed employee workstations and unclassified documents, raising concerns about the security of federal systems. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) stated there is no indication that other federal agencies were affected. The U.S. Treasury Department imposed sanctions on Beijing-based Integrity Technology Group for its alleged involvement in hacking incidents targeting U.S. critical infrastructure. China condemned the sanctions, denying the allegations and accusing the U.S. of defamation. This development underscores escalating cyber tensions between the two nations.
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