The Jordan Harbinger Show 1247: Eric Cole | Protecting Ourselves in an Age of Cyber Crisis
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Nov 27, 2025 Eric Cole, a cybersecurity expert and former CIA professional, discusses the relentless cyber threats we face daily. He highlights how AI fuels phishing attacks, and critiques outdated infrastructure that leaves us vulnerable. Cole reveals how small businesses hold valuable data, making them easy targets for cybercriminals. He also emphasizes the risks of smart devices recording conversations and the dark web's economy of stolen identities. With practical tips, he urges listeners to assess security versus convenience in their digital lives.
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AI Makes Attacks Continuous And Cheap
- AI automates phishing and vulnerability scanning, making attacks against individuals and small businesses continuous and scalable.
- Attackers only need a tiny click rate to succeed, so frequency converts to real compromise over time.
Near Miss From Fake Wire Instructions
- Jordan describes a near-loss where a vendor nearly wired $40,000 to a scammer after an email claiming changed bank details.
- A quick phone call to the actual vendor prevented the fraud and reversed the wire in time.
Protect The Individual; You're The Easy Target
- Protect yourself because attackers target individuals and small businesses as easier, higher-return victims than large companies.
- Spend at least minimal resources on unique passwords and basic defenses instead of zero protection.
