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Security Now (Video)

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Cybersecurity
Microsoft
Apple
Ransomware
Password Managers
Data Privacy
Zero Trust
Crowdstrike
Australia
Google
Cisco
Malware
Deepseek
Artificial Intelligence
Entrust
Salt Typhoon
Cloudflare
Sharepoint
Privacy
Social Media Age Restrictions

Cybersecurity guru Steve Gibson joins Leo Laporte every Tuesday. Steve and Leo break down the latest cybercrime and hacking stories, offering a deep understanding of what's happening and how to protect yourself and your business. Security Now is a must listen for security professionals every week. You can join Club TWiT for $10 per month and get ad-free audio and video feeds for all our shows plus... more

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Steve Gibson
Cybersecurity expert and co-host, founder of Gibson Research Corporation; frequent deep-dive analysis and practical security guidance.
Leo Laporte
Co-host and primary presenter on multiple TWiT programs; broad technology journalist and moderator of expert discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 274 ratings
  • Excellent work. Well explained

    Podcast Addict
    5
    erni
    10 months ago
  • One the greatest Security Podcast

    Great host, great topics, great technical deep dives sessions and Steve is great at separating the real story from the headline news!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    O1mar
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • My absolute can’t miss podcast for 15 years

    There is so much good security information and also interesting technical knowledge teaching on this show. Additionally I love the occasional SciFi recommendations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Coder Bob
    United Statesa year ago
  • Handsome old chaps 🤣

    I already reviewed SN audio and it beggars belief that Apple cannot link the two versions. Anyway, I enjoy watching SN in video format (my wife less so) and the two old crooners do a great job in keeping me updated. I‘ve been listening for longer than some people have been alive, certainly from before Leo got his longest crowdsurfing award at some DiggNation event…!! Live long and prosper!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Le Bar
    Switzerlanda year ago
  • Listener for more than 15 years

    Security Now is a must-listen for anyone interested in cybersecurity, privacy, and internet safety, offering deep technical insights with clear explanations. Host Steve Gibson brings a wealth of expertise, breaking down complex topics while keeping the discussions engaging and informative. Though it can be highly technical at times, its depth and thoroughness make it an invaluable resource for security professionals and enthusiasts alike.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DrewOnBass
    United Statesa year ago

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Some listeners note long episodes and sponsor-heavy segments can be distracting.
Consistently valuable for keeping up with fast-moving security topics and industry shifts.
Engaging hosts with practical guidance, occasional criticism of some industry practices.
Insightful, deep technical dives that are approachable for security pros and newcomers alike.
Listener feedback highlights the show's reliability and educational value for security professionals.

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#245
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#120
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#179
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#207
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SN 1081: AI Captured the Flag - Personal AI: Productivity Superpower or Privacy Threat?
Q: What's the main concern about AI's impact on CTFs?
AI is making it possible to solve medium-to-hard challenges almost instantly, which many fear erodes the learning value and the ladder-like progression that CTFs traditionally offered, potentially killing the competitive spirit and the career pipeline it supported.
SN 1034: Introduction to Zero-Knowledge Proofs - Taking Down Quantum Factorization
Q: How can Zero-Knowledge Proofs be applied to age verification?
They can prove an assertion, like being over 18, without disclosing any other information about the individual, by using biometric verification combined with zero-knowledge protocols.
SN 1034: Introduction to Zero-Knowledge Proofs - Taking Down Quantum Factorization
Q: What are Zero-Knowledge Proofs?
A Zero-Knowledge Proof allows one party to convince another that a given statement is true, without revealing any additional information beyond the truth of that statement.
SN 1031: How Salt Typhoon Gets In - What "AI" Really Means
Q: What are the main vulnerabilities that allowed Salt Typhoon to compromise networks?
Salt Typhoon exploited well-known Cisco vulnerabilities, including CVE 2018-0171, which was never patched in many devices.
SN 1006: Best of 2024 - Apple's Secret Backdoor, CrowdStrike Catastrophe, Recall's Privacy Nightmare
Q: What are some significant challenges in developing AGI?
AGI needs common sense reasoning, context awareness, the ability to handle uncertainty, and continual learning.

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The show consistently analyzes the week's top security stories with deep technical context, practical takeaways, and clear explanations of how threats operate and how to defend against them. Across episodes, discussions cover incident response, software supply chains, zero-trust architectures, policy moves, AI-enabled security tooling, browser and network security, and enterprise risk management, often weaving in actionable guidance for security professionals and executives. A standout element is the long-running, technical depth delivered in an accessible, conversational format, with regular sponsor segments and a balance between practical defense strategies and high-level industry trends.

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