Security Weekly Podcast Network (Audio) Smishing, Beyond Trust, CryptoReligion, Aviatrix, Azure, Josh Marpet, and more... - SWN #442
Jan 14, 2025
Josh Marpet, a cybersecurity expert and contributor to Security Weekly News, joins to dissect the growing menace of smishing and its deceptive tactics. He highlights serious trust issues surrounding government surveys and a recent BeyondTrust breach. The conversation dives into shocking crypto scams disguised as religious investment opportunities, especially a pastor's fraudulent scheme. Marpet also warns about vulnerabilities in cloud infrastructure like Aviatrix and the rampant scams in the burgeoning crypto space, emphasizing compliance and vigilance in cybersecurity.
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Smishing and Phishing Advice
- Send regular reminders to your staff to avoid clicking links in text messages.
- Review your own approaches to phishing and suspicious emails, as legitimate communications can sometimes appear sketchy.
BeyondTrust Breach
- Chinese hackers stole a BeyondTrust token and used it to attack a federal agency.
- The hackers targeted the Office of Foreign Asset Control and other Treasury departments.
Crypto Scam
- A pastor in Washington state ran a crypto pyramid scheme, defrauding his congregants.
- He claimed the cryptocurrency idea came from a dream and promised guaranteed returns.