Shared Security Podcast 2025 Predictions: Hits, Misses & What We Learned
Dec 29, 2025
The hosts reflect on their 2025 predictions, analyzing what came true and what didn't. They dive into AI-themed phishing trends and the effectiveness of AGI guardrails. TikTok remains unbanned while federal privacy laws stagnate. Predictions for 2026 promise bold forecasts, from rising pushback against AI to local privacy legislation growth. The team also celebrates viewer milestones and the impact of engaging content, like shorts, on their audience. Tune in for insights on cybersecurity, AI, and geopolitical changes ahead!
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AI As A Phishing Theme
- Phishing lures began invoking AI as a theme to increase click rates rather than purely using AI for generation.
- Attackers focus on believable AI-related narratives to exploit user curiosity and trust.
Privilege-Focused Social Engineering
- Role-based social engineering targeting privileged personnel is increasing as attackers seek access, not just money.
- Compromising maintainers or admins (software librarians) yields high-impact supply-chain opportunities.
AI Guardrails Feel Fragile
- Guardrails around powerful AI remained uncertain and felt fragile by end of 2025.
- High-profile warnings (e.g., Dario Amodei) left hosts skeptical about timely effective controls.