
Cybersecurity is an everyone problem. So why does it always sound like it’s only for IT people?
Each week, Rich takes one topic, from phishing to ransomware to how your phone actually tracks you, and explains it in plain language in under ten minutes or less. No buzzwords. No condescension. Just the stuff you need to know to stay safer online, explained like you’re a smart person who never had any... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 13 | Founded | 2 months ago |
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A breach that looks like a normal login can slip past the loudest alarms. That simple truth reshaped how we think about defense and led us to a clearer model: access is the attack surface, and trust must be earned every time. We unpack zero trust in ... more
Your defenses can be flawless and still fail when the breach starts upstream. We unpack how modern supply chains software updates, cloud services, MSPs, contractors, and open source libraries turn everyday trust into an attack surface, and what it ta... more
Most breaches don’t start with malware. They start with a feeling. We explore why social engineering works so well in ordinary moments, and how attackers lean on urgency, authority, and fear to push quick clicks, rushed approvals, and hasty payments.... more
Your screens don’t go dark first they go quiet. We walk through how modern ransomware begins with access, not chaos, and why double extortion flipped the incentives: attackers steal sensitive data, then encrypt to amplify pressure. That shift turns i... more
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Rich possesses a wealth of knowledge in the field of cybersecurity. He is able to break down even the most complex of topics in a way that makes them easy to understand for “non-IT” folks. Highly recommend this show for those new to the field, and those who are interested in making sure they are protected online.
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