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Security Cryptography Whatever

Deirdre Connolly, Thomas Ptacek, David Adrian
Cryptography
End-To-End Encryption
Election Security
Campaign Security
Post-Quantum Cryptography
Security
Telegram
Political Campaigns
Cybersecurity Measures
Foreign Interference
Digital Campaigning
Cyber Threat Landscape
Phishing Attacks
TLS
Diffie-Hellman
RSA
Signal Protocol
Ml-Kem
Algorithms
Cipher

Some cryptography & security people talk about security, cryptography, and whatever else is happening.

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There was a bug in an OpenPGP library which finally gave us an excuse to tear encrypted email via PGP to shreds. Our special guest William Woodruff joined us to help explain the vuln and indulge our gnashing of teeth on why email was never meant to b... more

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We chat with friend of the pod and special guest Alex Gaynor, former deputy chief technologist at the FTC and all around good Security Person™. Join for nerdery about WebAuthn, stay for accidentally melting down GitHub APIs around November 2020! 

Wa... more

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We’re throwing a party in Vegas! Someone called it SCWPodCon last year, and the name stuck. It’s sponsored by Teleport, the infrastructure identity company. Get SSO for SSH! If Thomas was here, I’m sure he’d tell you that Fly.io uses Teleport interna... more

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It seems like everyone that tries to deploy end-to-end encrypted cloud

storage seems to mess it up, often in new and creative ways. Our special

guests Matilda Backendal, Jonas Hofmann, and Kien Tuong Truong give us a tour through the breakage and dis... more

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William Woodruff
Discusses issues with PGP encrypted email
Episode: Stop Using Encrypted Email with William Woodruff
Alex Gaynor
Former Deputy Chief Technologist at the US Federal Trade Commission
US Federal Trade Commission
Episode: Alex Gaynor
Matilda Backendahl
ETH Zurich
Episode: E2EE Storage Done Right with Matilda Backendal Jonas Hofmann and Kien Tuong Truong
Jonas Hofmann
TU Darmstadt
Episode: E2EE Storage Done Right with Matilda Backendal Jonas Hofmann and Kien Tuong Truong
Kian Tuong Truong
Returning champion
ETH Zurich
Episode: E2EE Storage Done Right with Matilda Backendal Jonas Hofmann and Kien Tuong Truong
Matt Green
Professor at John Hopkins University and crypto expert
John Hopkins University
Episode: Apple Pulls Advanced Data Protection in the UK with Matt Green and Joe Hall
Joe Hall
Distinguished technologist at the Internet Society
Internet Society
Episode: Apple Pulls Advanced Data Protection in the UK with Matt Green and Joe Hall
Nicholas Carlini
A researcher focusing on the security of machine learning and AI models
Modasano Security
Episode: Cryptanalyzing LLMs with Nicholas Carlini
Carole House
Special advisor and acting senior director for cybersecurity and critical infrastructure policy of the National Security Council in the Biden Harris administration.
National Security Council
Episode: Biden’s Cyber-Everything Bagel with Carole House

Hosts

Thomas Ptacek
Co-host known for a strong presence in technical discussions, particularly around security vulnerabilities and cryptography.
Deirdre Connolly
Co-host who often provides engaging insights on cryptography, contributing both humor and depth to discussions.
David Adrian
Co-host involved in discussions about encryption technology and regulatory issues, bringing a balanced perspective.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 228 ratings
  • Love this podcast!!

    Never a null moment!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sr_98_sr
    United States7 months ago
  • It's very shameful indeed. It still feels to me to fall for some swindlers online who stole $13,500 BTC from me and blocked me. I tried all the seemingly reasonable recommendations I got and nothing worked until I saw Space Spy Recovery's response. I had missed it as their email came in my spam folder and immediately I followed up by providing requested data and they were able to track the transaction and my money returned. You can contact them too for assistance through Email: at soacespy@hacke... more

    Podchaser
    5
    SUSIE APPLIN
    a year ago
  • Recovering your lost/scammed bitcoin or money as the case may be, is not a thing you can achieve all by yourself. It is wise to get help from trained specialists who are well equipped to work on the crypto network having vast knowledge about the network, using updated and upgraded softwares and private keys to follow up, trace and reverse your transactions. Asides the countless people we have helped in recovering their scammed or stolen funds, We are thankful for the victory achieved about 3 hou... more

    Podchaser
    5
    Hackburg
    a year ago
  • Gold

    Amusing and informative and poetic!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    eahiv
    United Statesa year ago
  • good at cryptography

    also good at making me laugh

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cydyio
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some critiques mention occasional frustrations with certain hosts' communication styles, indicating room for improvement in engagement with guests.
Overall, the podcast is recommended for anyone wanting to learn about cryptography and cybersecurity in a relatable way.
The hosts are praised for their dynamic discussions that often combine serious insights with informal banter.
The educational content is valued highly, particularly in relation to current technological security issues.
Listeners express appreciation for the blend of humor and technical depth, making complex topics more accessible.

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Alex Gaynor
Q: What is the FTC's technical staffing of that lawsuit look like?
There were at peak two or three of us on the case, and every technologist on our team was on multiple cases.
Alex Gaynor
Q: Can we talk Oracle vs Google? Were you there for Oracle vs Google?
I was not at the FTC for that, but I organized an amicus brief of former government software engineers.
Cryptanalyzing LLMs with Nicholas Carlini
Q: What does it take to harden a model against these kinds of attacks?
Nicholas emphasizes the importance of building systems around the models, ensuring that even if a model fails, guardrails prevent harmful actions from occurring.
Cryptanalyzing LLMs with Nicholas Carlini
Q: I'm curious how you went from straight up pentester to, you know, breaking the mathematics of ML models.
Nicholas discusses his background in security and his transition from system security to AI security, citing his initial interest in machine learning as an area with relatively little research and the opportunity it presented.
Biden’s Cyber-Everything Bagel with Carole House
Q: Can you talk a little bit about what you're trying to get at with regards to end-to-end encrypted communications inside the government?
We're trying to ensure secure communications while recognizing the challenges of logging and recording requirements.

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Three hosts engage in enlightening conversations that center on crucial topics in cryptography and internet security, often featuring guests who are experts in these fields. These discussions delve into the intricacies of modern encryption methods, cybersecurity policies, and technological advancements such as quantum computing. Unique to this podcast is not just the technical depth, but the enjoyable dynamic between the hosts, which makes complex subjects accessible and often humorous. The blend of profound knowledge and lighthearted banter encourages both casual listeners and professionals in the field to gain insights and stay updated on the latest in security and cryptography.

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1. William Woodruff
2. Alex Gaynor
3. Matilda Backendahl
4. Jonas Hofmann
5. Kian Tuong Truong
6. Matt Green
7. Joe Hall
8. Nicholas Carlini

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