Security Weekly Podcast Network (Video) Devices Are Attacking - PSW #886
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Aug 7, 2025 Explore the intriguing world of cybersecurity challenges, from AI vulnerabilities to firmware attacks. Learn about the resurgence of traditional security methods facing modern threats like the Akira ransomware. Discover the role of nostalgia in new hacking tools and the innovative hacking hardware evolving over two decades. Delve into the ethical implications of AI and social engineering incidents, all while highlighting the complexities of managing kids' technology access today. This discussion paints a vivid picture of the ever-changing landscape of security.
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Home Firewall Failure From Thumb Drive OS
- Larry describes a power outage that broke his home firewall because the OS was running off a thumb drive.
- He replaced hardware with a UniFi gateway pro and re-adopted access points to restore functionality.
Subcomputer Firmware Is A Persistent Attack Surface
- Dell ControlVault daughterboard firmware can be fully reprogrammed if attackers leak key material.
- Subcomputers inside PCs create persistent, stealthy attack surfaces that survive OS reinstalls.
AI Is A Tool, Not A Panacea
- AI is a powerful tool but not a silver bullet for security or business problems.
- Overreliance on AI risks losing institutional knowledge and critical thinking skills.
