UNSECURITY: Information Security Podcast

There's a lot of money changing hands in the information security world. Unfortunately, a lot of what's being sold is just blinky lights—things that are flashy, but don't actually make anyone's security better. Organizations look for quick fixes and easy buttons out of fear of a breach, despite the fact that it takes legitimate, consistent work and buy-in to make their security better. Evan and Brad break down the money grab in episode 36. Give it a listen and let us know what you think at unsecurity@protonmail.com.

Evan and Brad are refreshed and raring to go after an enjoyable Fourth of July weekend. This week for episode 35, they provide a refresher on the recent city government ransomware attacks and also talk about the transfer of wealth that happens when attackers steal from our businesses and organizations. Some reports suggest that the global cost of breaches by 2021 will cause the greatest transfer of wealth in world history. Are these reports true, or are they just more scare tactics? Listen in and see what Brad and Evan think. Let us know what you think at unsecurity@protonmail.com.

Less than one short week after Evan and Brad discussed the Riviera Beach, FL ransomware attack, another Florida city has paid off attackers in a ransomware scheme. In episode 34, Evan and Brad take a look at what we can do about civic ransomware, and how what we've learned about these cities applies to schools as well. Give it a listen and let us know what you think at unsecurity@protonmail.com.

The city of Riveria Beach, Florida experienced a ransomware attack last week. This is the third major city affected by ransomware in the last 12 months or so, following Atlanta and Baltimore (who was hit twice). Episode 33 of the UNSECURITY podcast features an in-depth breakdown from Brad and Evan about the Riveria Beach attack, and municipality security in general. GIve it a listen and let us know what you think at unsecurity@protonmail.com.

Evan fills in leading for this episode of the UNSECURITY podcast with Brad wrapped up in numerous incident response engagements. Together, the two of them chat about the numerous security standards the information security world has the ability to adhere to. What do we use standards for, why are there so many, and which ones are best? After that, the guys discuss the ASCO ransomware and what they know about it. Give episode 32 a listen and let us know what you think at unsecurity@protonmail.com

Epsidode 31 boils the blood of Evan and Brad a little bit. The topic of discussion stems around a recent meeting Evan sat in on where the salespeople pushed a solution before even getting a real understanding of what the problem actually was. Join the guys for a discussion on "sales vs. solutions," and let us know what you think at unsecurity@protonmail.com.

Incident response has become one of the most pertinent conversation pieces in the information security world. Many organizations are starting to realize that it's important to be prepared for what to do when a breach occurs— because we can't prevent all incidents from happening. Episode 30 centers around this.

In the spirit of Memorial Day and remembrance, Evan and Brad decided to do something a bit different for episode 29. The guys share audio of L0pht Heavy Industries testifying before the United States Senate Committee on Governmental Affairs (live feed from CSPAN) on May 19, 1998. You'll notice that a lot of the issues discussed in the trial still translate today, despite it being over 20 years ago. Give it a listen, and let us know what you think at unsecurity@protonmail.com

Evan's been gone a lot lately. Back in the office for episode 28, him and Brad take a look back at some of the recent presentations and conferences the two have made appearances and presented at. After, they break down some of the recent information security news stories like Microsoft updates, WannaCry, Cyptography, and more. Give it a listen and let us know what you think at unsecurity@protonmail.com

Epsidode 27 is packed with meaningful discussion around how we can do a better job of teaching our children the importance of information security and internet safety starting at a young age. To do so, Brad and Evan are joined by Ryan Cloutier— a decorated security architect and security education advocate. Check out episode 27 and give us feedback at unsecurity@protonmail.com.