

Cyber Crime Junkies
Cyber Crime Junkies. Host David Mauro.
Translating Cyber into Plain Terms. Newest AI, Social Engineering, and Ransomware Attack Insight to Protect Businesses and Reduce Risk. Latest Cyber News from the Dark web, research, and insider info. Interviews of Global Technology Leaders, sharing True Cyber Crime stories and advice on how to manage cyber risk.Find all content at www.CyberCrimeJunkies.com and videos on YouTube @CyberCrimeJunkiesPodcast
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Jun 1, 2025 • 1h 20min
After the Blast: How One CEO Fought Back 💥 | A True Crime
Robert Cioffi, CEO of a small company discusses the highly emotional impact that a major ransomware attack had on his, his customers and the community.The Emotional Toll of Cyber Attack was horrific to witness and made national news. Learn how to get prepared in this True Cyber Crime Story.Send us a textGrowth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out online at www.NETGAINIT.com Support the show🔥New Special Offers! 🔥 Remove Your Private Data Online Risk Free Today. Try Optery Risk Free. Protect your privacy and remove your data from data brokers and more. 🔥No risk.🔥Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies 🔥Want to Try AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning? Try Eleven Labs Today 🔥 Want Translator, Audio Reader or prefer a Custom AI Agent for your organization? Highest quality we found anywhere. You can try ELEVAN LABS here risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq 🎧 Subscribe now http://www.youtube.com/@cybercrimejunkiespodcast and never miss a video episode! Dive Deeper: 🔗 Website: https://cybercrimejunkies.com Engage with us on Socials: ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddmauro/ 📱 X/Twitter: https://x.com/CybercrimeJunky 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cybercrimejunkies/

May 30, 2025 • 42min
Caught: The Williams Woods Identity Theft Story - A Shocking Twist.
The Williams Woods Story. What Happens when Your Identity is Stolen.Video Episode: https://youtu.be/mBU3J-4vKwwSend us a textGrowth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out online at www.NETGAINIT.com Support the show🔥New Special Offers! 🔥 Remove Your Private Data Online Risk Free Today. Try Optery Risk Free. Protect your privacy and remove your data from data brokers and more. 🔥No risk.🔥Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies 🔥Want to Try AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning? Try Eleven Labs Today 🔥 Want Translator, Audio Reader or prefer a Custom AI Agent for your organization? Highest quality we found anywhere. You can try ELEVAN LABS here risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq 🎧 Subscribe now http://www.youtube.com/@cybercrimejunkiespodcast and never miss a video episode! Dive Deeper: 🔗 Website: https://cybercrimejunkies.com Engage with us on Socials: ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddmauro/ 📱 X/Twitter: https://x.com/CybercrimeJunky 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cybercrimejunkies/

May 28, 2025 • 58min
Shark in the Water! Quantifying Your Chances of Getting Hacked 🔥
🔥New Episode🔥 Former Intelligence Officer, Dan Elliott, current head of Zurich Resilience, joins us and we discuss:🎯new ways to fight cyber crime, 🎯how to get prepared for a breach, and 🎯how to manage risk in small business. Send us a textGrowth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out online at www.NETGAINIT.com Support the show🔥New Special Offers! 🔥 Remove Your Private Data Online Risk Free Today. Try Optery Risk Free. Protect your privacy and remove your data from data brokers and more. 🔥No risk.🔥Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies 🔥Want to Try AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning? Try Eleven Labs Today 🔥 Want Translator, Audio Reader or prefer a Custom AI Agent for your organization? Highest quality we found anywhere. You can try ELEVAN LABS here risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq 🎧 Subscribe now http://www.youtube.com/@cybercrimejunkiespodcast and never miss a video episode! Dive Deeper: 🔗 Website: https://cybercrimejunkies.com Engage with us on Socials: ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddmauro/ 📱 X/Twitter: https://x.com/CybercrimeJunky 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cybercrimejunkies/

May 27, 2025 • 43min
Overcoming Bias in Tech and Cybersecurity.
Lynn Dohm, head of Women in Cyber Security (WiCyS) and one of the top women in cyber security, joins us. Come learn benefits of attending security conferences, best ways to keep up to date on security news, and ways to stop bias in cyber security.Send us a textGrowth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out online at www.NETGAINIT.com Support the show🔥New Special Offers! 🔥 Remove Your Private Data Online Risk Free Today. Try Optery Risk Free. Protect your privacy and remove your data from data brokers and more. 🔥No risk.🔥Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies 🔥Want to Try AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning? Try Eleven Labs Today 🔥 Want Translator, Audio Reader or prefer a Custom AI Agent for your organization? Highest quality we found anywhere. You can try ELEVAN LABS here risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq 🎧 Subscribe now http://www.youtube.com/@cybercrimejunkiespodcast and never miss a video episode! Dive Deeper: 🔗 Website: https://cybercrimejunkies.com Engage with us on Socials: ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddmauro/ 📱 X/Twitter: https://x.com/CybercrimeJunky 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cybercrimejunkies/

May 26, 2025 • 51min
CRIMINAL MINDS, Entitlement & Accountability. Godfather Brett Johnson.
🚨 NEW EPISODE ALERT 🚨Joined by Brett Johnson, who EXPOSES the MIND of Cyber Crime.Once known as the "Original Internet Godfather" and US Most Wanted cybercriminal, Brett is now a cybersecurity consultant aiding law enforcement. Brett shares his remarkable journey of redemption, and we explore the mind of cyber crime and what drives criminals to commit cyber crimes.A must-watch for anyone interested in cybersecurity, the criminal mindset, and the transformative journey from crime to redemption.Send us a textGrowth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out online at www.NETGAINIT.com Support the show🔥New Special Offers! 🔥 Remove Your Private Data Online Risk Free Today. Try Optery Risk Free. Protect your privacy and remove your data from data brokers and more. 🔥No risk.🔥Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies 🔥Want to Try AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning? Try Eleven Labs Today 🔥 Want Translator, Audio Reader or prefer a Custom AI Agent for your organization? Highest quality we found anywhere. You can try ELEVAN LABS here risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq 🎧 Subscribe now http://www.youtube.com/@cybercrimejunkiespodcast and never miss a video episode! Dive Deeper: 🔗 Website: https://cybercrimejunkies.com Engage with us on Socials: ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddmauro/ 📱 X/Twitter: https://x.com/CybercrimeJunky 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cybercrimejunkies/

May 26, 2025 • 2min
New Alert 🚨 Beware of Your Next Google Search🚨
👀 Could your next Google search lead you into a cyber trap? 🔐 Are you sure that “HR login” link isn’t a fake?🚨 The FBI just issued a Public Service Announcement warning EVERYONE — yes, even you — that cybercriminals are now targeting employee self-service websites (like payroll, benefits, and HR portals).Here’s how it works: ⚠️ Fraudsters buy search engine ads that look legit ⚠️ The ad directs you to a fake login page ⚠️ You enter your info... and they steal it🔎 They’re after YOUR login, YOUR paycheck, and YOUR personal financial data.🛡️ What to do: ✅ Never click login links from search ads ✅ Always navigate directly to known URLs ✅ Use multi-factor authentication on everythingStay sharp. Stay secure. This isn’t just IT’s job — it’s everyone’s job now.#CyberSecurity #FBIWarning #OnlineSafety #CyberCrime #Phishing #Infosec #CyberAlert #DigitalSecurity #EmployeeSelfService #CyberCrimeJunkiesSend us a textSupport the show🔥New Special Offers! 🔥 Remove Your Private Data Online Risk Free Today. Try Optery Risk Free. Protect your privacy and remove your data from data brokers and more. 🔥No risk.🔥Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies 🔥Want to Try AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning? Try Eleven Labs Today 🔥 Want Translator, Audio Reader or prefer a Custom AI Agent for your organization? Highest quality we found anywhere. You can try ELEVAN LABS here risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq 🎧 Subscribe now http://www.youtube.com/@cybercrimejunkiespodcast and never miss a video episode! Dive Deeper: 🔗 Website: https://cybercrimejunkies.com Engage with us on Socials: ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddmauro/ 📱 X/Twitter: https://x.com/CybercrimeJunky 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cybercrimejunkies/

May 25, 2025 • 17min
Got AI? Fake Videos. Social Engineering.
🚨 NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🚨 🔒 Are you prepared for the risks of AI-powered deception? Got AI? What to watch for in Fake Videos and Social Engineering. 🤖 Are you ready to confront the dark side of AI? 🤖 Unmasking AI Deepfakes & Cyber Threats.Send us a textSupport the show🔥New Special Offers! 🔥 Remove Your Private Data Online Risk Free Today. Try Optery Risk Free. Protect your privacy and remove your data from data brokers and more. 🔥No risk.🔥Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies 🔥Want to Try AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning? Try Eleven Labs Today 🔥 Want Translator, Audio Reader or prefer a Custom AI Agent for your organization? Highest quality we found anywhere. You can try ELEVAN LABS here risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq 🎧 Subscribe now http://www.youtube.com/@cybercrimejunkiespodcast and never miss a video episode! Dive Deeper: 🔗 Website: https://cybercrimejunkies.com Engage with us on Socials: ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddmauro/ 📱 X/Twitter: https://x.com/CybercrimeJunky 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cybercrimejunkies/

May 25, 2025 • 56min
How Ransomware Can Kill. Ways To Build Security Resilience.
We discuss How ransomware can kill and ways to build security resilience with Chris Loehr, SVP of Solis Security. Send us a textGrowth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out online at www.NETGAINIT.com Support the show🔥New Special Offers! 🔥 Remove Your Private Data Online Risk Free Today. Try Optery Risk Free. Protect your privacy and remove your data from data brokers and more. 🔥No risk.🔥Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies 🔥Want to Try AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning? Try Eleven Labs Today 🔥 Want Translator, Audio Reader or prefer a Custom AI Agent for your organization? Highest quality we found anywhere. You can try ELEVAN LABS here risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq 🎧 Subscribe now http://www.youtube.com/@cybercrimejunkiespodcast and never miss a video episode! Dive Deeper: 🔗 Website: https://cybercrimejunkies.com Engage with us on Socials: ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddmauro/ 📱 X/Twitter: https://x.com/CybercrimeJunky 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cybercrimejunkies/

May 21, 2025 • 33min
🔥 Truth About FYRE Festival🔥 How Online Fraud Works
We delve into the infamous Fyre Festival, exploring the truth about fyre festival and how online fraud works. The Fyre Festival became a symbol of , how online fraudsters work. We discuss the extravagant promises made by the organizers, the disastrous execution of the event, and the legal consequences faced by its founder, Billy McFarland. TakeawaysA single Instagram post from Kendall Jenner cost $250,000The Fyre Festival was a masterclass in social media deceptionThey spent millions on influencer marketing without disclosing it.Attendees found FEMA disaster relief tents instead of luxury villas.The cheese sandwiches became a symbol of the fiasco.Hundreds of local Bahamian workers never got paid for their work.McFarland was sentenced to six years in prison for fraudHe was released on August 30, 2023, after serving time.McFarland is attempting to launch Fyre Festival 2 in 2024.The legacy of Fyre Festival serves as a cautionary tale about social media influence.Chapters00:00 Truth About Fyre Festival: A Cautionary Tale02:14 What Actually Happened At Fyre Festival05:10 Fyre Festival Scandal09:10 How Online Fraud Works12:32 Life After Prison For Billy Mcfarland19:04 The Return of Fyre Festival: A Risky Gamble30:00 The Dark Side of Social Media InfluenceSend us a textGrowth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out online at www.NETGAINIT.com Support the show🔥New Special Offers! 🔥 Remove Your Private Data Online Risk Free Today. Try Optery Risk Free. Protect your privacy and remove your data from data brokers and more. 🔥No risk.🔥Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies 🔥Want to Try AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning? Try Eleven Labs Today 🔥 Want Translator, Audio Reader or prefer a Custom AI Agent for your organization? Highest quality we found anywhere. You can try ELEVAN LABS here risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq 🎧 Subscribe now http://www.youtube.com/@cybercrimejunkiespodcast and never miss a video episode! Dive Deeper: 🔗 Website: https://cybercrimejunkies.com Engage with us on Socials: ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddmauro/ 📱 X/Twitter: https://x.com/CybercrimeJunky 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cybercrimejunkies/

May 20, 2025 • 60min
Unlocking Unity: The Power of Civil Discourse and Protecting Online Privacy in America
Kurt Long, founder and CEO of a privacy-based messaging app BUNKR (https://www.bunkr.life/) join David Mauro to discuss: how civil discourse helps our country, Newest Ways To Take Control Over Data Privacy, and why protecting online privacy is important.SummaryThe conversation explores the topics of data privacy, government surveillance, and underreporting of crimes. Kurt Long, CEO of Bunker and an expert in privacy and information security, discusses the risks associated with leaving a digital footprint and the increasing power of governments in surveillance. He highlights the non-enforcement of laws and under-reporting of crimes by global governments, putting citizens at risk. The conversation also touches on the balance between privacy and surveillance, the impact of uncontrolled immigration, and the need for civil discourse and transparency in government actions. The conversation explores the correlation between underreported crime and the development of technology solutions. It delves into the challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in infiltrating criminal activities and how the tech industry has responded by creating encrypted and private platforms. The discussion also highlights the rise of cybercrime on platforms like the dark web and the importance of valuing personal privacy. The need for enforcement of existing laws and regulations, especially in areas like data privacy and security, is emphasized. The conversation concludes with practical best practices for individuals, including password management, reducing attack surfaces, and using secure communication tools.Send us a textGrowth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out online at www.NETGAINIT.com Support the show🔥New Special Offers! 🔥 Remove Your Private Data Online Risk Free Today. Try Optery Risk Free. Protect your privacy and remove your data from data brokers and more. 🔥No risk.🔥Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies 🔥Want to Try AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning? Try Eleven Labs Today 🔥 Want Translator, Audio Reader or prefer a Custom AI Agent for your organization? Highest quality we found anywhere. You can try ELEVAN LABS here risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq 🎧 Subscribe now http://www.youtube.com/@cybercrimejunkiespodcast and never miss a video episode! Dive Deeper: 🔗 Website: https://cybercrimejunkies.com Engage with us on Socials: ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddmauro/ 📱 X/Twitter: https://x.com/CybercrimeJunky 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cybercrimejunkies/