
Tim Starks
Senior reporter at CyberScoop covering policy issues in Washington, D.C.
Top 10 podcasts with Tim Starks
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Jan 21, 2025 • 44min
Trump’s opening moves.
Tim Starks, a Senior Reporter at CyberScoop, dives into the shifting landscape of cybersecurity under the Trump administration. He discusses the rollback of AI regulations and the implications of extending TikTok's operational timeline. Starks highlights urgent cybersecurity threats, including deceptive tech support attacks in Ukraine and vulnerabilities in Microsoft 365. The conversation also delves into critical executive orders shaping CISA's future and growing cybersecurity challenges in education, tech, and IoT security.

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Feb 3, 2025 • 32min
Federal agencies in power struggle crossfire.
Tim Starks, Senior Reporter at CyberScoop, dives into the intense power struggles among federal agencies over cybersecurity. He discusses XE Group's shift from skimming to exploiting zero-day vulnerabilities and highlights WhatsApp's discovery of a zero-click spyware attack. Starks also examines the implications of Texas's ban on certain AI apps and significant data breaches affecting millions. With updates on critical vulnerabilities from NVIDIA and ARM, he sheds light on the urgent need for robust cybersecurity amidst rising threats.

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Jan 6, 2025 • 33min
China’s shadow over U.S. telecom networks.
Tim Starks, Senior Reporter at CyberScoop, discusses the implications of a proposed United Nations cybercrime treaty and the U.S.'s cautious stance on it. He highlights potential misuse by authoritarian regimes and the challenges of treaty ratification. Starks also delves into the alarming hacking activities of Chinese groups impacting U.S. infrastructure, emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity strategies. Additionally, he touches on the rising threats targeting gamers and the critical importance of software upgrades for data protection.

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Feb 18, 2025 • 35min
PAN-ic mode: The race to secure PAN-OS.
Tim Starks, a senior cybersecurity reporter at CyberScoop, discusses urgent cybersecurity threats, including a critical vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks' firewall that’s actively exploited. He highlights emerging phishing tactics, particularly the new deceptive timesheet emails targeting sensitive data. The conversation reflects on struggles in cybersecurity governance, especially regarding inexperienced appointments in key roles. Tim also explores the need for digital estate planning, emphasizing strategies for securing online assets.

Apr 14, 2025 • 34min
AI ambitions clash with cyber caution.
Tim Starks, a Senior Reporter at CyberScoop, delves into the recent shakeup in federal cybersecurity, examining the fallout from the removal of key officials. He discusses the DOJ's efforts to shield citizen data from foreign threats and the emergence of vulnerabilities like dangling DNS attacks. Starks highlights Microsoft’s urgent updates for Active Directory issues, while exploring legal actions against tech firms for privacy breaches. The podcast also tackles the rising risks of phishing services, including Tycoon2FA, and the implications of AI in cybersecurity compliance.

Dec 13, 2024 • 32min
Hackers in handcuffs.
Tim Starks, a senior reporter at CyberScoop, dives into the latest upheavals in cybersecurity. He sheds light on the dismantling of the Rydox criminal marketplace and a notable ransomware payment by a Japanese media giant. The discussion also covers the FCC's bold proposal for cybersecurity linked to wiretapping laws and the significance of recent indictments of North Korean nationals. Plus, Starks explores the rising threats from nation-state actor malware targeting critical systems, emphasizing the urgent need for effective security measures.

Nov 12, 2024 • 35min
Ransomware as a public health crisis.
Tim Starks, a Senior Reporter at CyberScoop, shares critical insights on how ransomware is being viewed as a public health crisis at the U.N. He discusses alarming trends, like the impact on healthcare systems and significant breaches involving major companies. The conversation shifts to geopolitical threats from North Korea and China, and the implications of political changes on cybersecurity policy. Starks also speculates on how a potential second Trump administration may influence future cybersecurity efforts.

Oct 17, 2024 • 34min
Authorities bring down another hacker.
Tim Starks, a Senior Reporter at CyberScoop, discusses recent high-profile arrests in the hacking world, including a Brazilian suspect linked to significant cyber attacks. He explores the Counter Ransomware Initiative summit, focusing on global collaboration among 68 countries to combat ransomware. Starks also addresses the escalating threats from Iranian and North Korean hackers. Additionally, he highlights challenges in product security and the mental health issues faced by cybersecurity professionals following breaches.

Sep 13, 2024 • 32min
Mini-breach, mega-hype.
Tim Starks, a cybersecurity journalist from CyberScoop, dives into alarming threats in the digital landscape. He discusses a recent Fortinet data breach and the arrest of a teenager linked to a Transport for London attack. The conversation highlights Russian hackers mimicking spyware vendors, exploiting eye-tracking technology for password theft. Starks emphasizes the critical need for improved hiring practices in the cybersecurity field as new vulnerabilities arise, underlining the ongoing challenges faced by the industry.

Dec 13, 2023 • 31min
The United Kingdom's catastrophic ransomware attack.
Tim Starks, cybersecurity reporter for the Washington Post, discusses the UK's vulnerability to a catastrophic ransomware attack. Other topics include China's involvement in election disinformation and cyber attacks, a recent ransomware attack on Insomniac Games, and the need to modernize web frameworks and standardize password policies for improved online security.