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   E558 · 4 May 2026 · 16 min

   Fake Party Invites and the Rise of Social Phishing Attacks

   Attackers are now impersonating invitation services to trick people into clicking malicious links and sharing sensitive information. These phishing attempts look like legitimate event invites, making them especially effective. In this episode, we discuss how these scams work and what steps you can take to stay protected. Special thanks to Guardsquare for sponsoring this episode! Guardsquare is the leader in mobile application security, with multi-layered protection for your Android and iOS apps. Learn more at Guardsquare.com. ** Links mentioned on the show ** New Phishing Scam: Fake…

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   E557 · 27 Apr 2026 · 16 min

   New York’s 3D Printing Crackdown: Security or Surveillance?

   New York’s latest budget proposal could fundamentally change how 3D printers work—requiring built-in software that scans and blocks certain designs. Supporters say it’s about stopping ghost guns. Critics say it opens the door to surveillance and limits innovation. In this episode, we discuss what’s actually in the proposal, why it’s raising alarms across the tech community, and what it could mean for the future of user-controlled technology. ** Links mentioned on the show ** Stop New York’s Attack on 3D Printing! https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2026/04/stop-new-yorks-attack-3d-printing **…

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   E556 · 20 Apr 2026 · 28 min

   Project Glasswing: When AI Becomes the Ultimate Hacker—and Defender

   Anthropic has introduced Project Glasswing, a cybersecurity initiative powered by an unreleased AI model called Claude Mythos. This system can identify zero-day vulnerabilities, generate exploits, and even help fix them—often without human input. But there’s a catch: it’s considered too powerful for public release. In this episode, we discuss what Project Glasswing is, why it matters, and what it means for the future of cybersecurity, red teaming, and AI-driven threats. Is this the beginning of AI defending us—or the start of something much harder to control? ** Links mentioned on the show…

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   E555 · 13 Apr 2026 · 23 min

   The Dark Web Explained with John Hammond

   The dark web is often misunderstood, but it plays an important role in both privacy technology and cybercrime activity. In this episode, Tom Eston speaks with cybersecurity researcher and educator John Hammond about what the dark web actually is and how it has evolved in recent years. The discussion covers underground marketplaces, ransomware leak sites, threat intelligence collection, and the operational risks involved in dark web investigations. John also shares details about his new training course Dark Web 2, which focuses on using a hacker mindset to gather cyber threat intelligence…

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   E554 · 6 Apr 2026 · 14 min

   Meta & YouTube Found Negligent: A Turning Point for Big Tech?

   A landmark jury verdict has found Meta and YouTube negligent in a social media addiction case, raising major questions about platform accountability and legal protections under Section 230. This episode covers the details of the case, why the ruling is significant, and what it could mean for the future of social media, privacy, and cybersecurity. Could this trigger a wave of lawsuits against tech companies? And are platforms finally being held accountable? ** Links mentioned on the show ** Jury rules against Meta, YouTube in bellwether teen addiction case…

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   E552 · 23 Mar 2026 · 44 min

   The Real State of Offensive Security: AI, Penetration Testing & The Road Ahead with Andrew Wilson

   Tom Eston interviews offensive AI researcher and PhD candidate Andrew Wilson, a former Bishop Fox partner who helped grow the firm from under 20 people to nearly 500, built award-winning AI solutions for SOC modernization, founded Cactus Con, and relocated his family to Guadalajara to open and scale a Bishop Fox office. They discuss Mexico’s growing cybersecurity and AI ecosystem, driven by talent, community events, and government-university partnerships, and how offensive security has shifted from “one-person army” generalists to more specialized roles. Wilson explains his PhD work modeling…

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   E551 · 16 Mar 2026 · 19 min

   The Privacy Problem With Meta’s Ray-Ban Smart Glasses

   This episode discusses Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses, which blend a camera, microphone, AI features, and social media integration into sunglasses that look like normal fashion eyewear, raising major privacy concerns. It highlights reports that footage captured by the glasses may be reviewed by human contractors to help train Meta’s AI systems, and notes critics’ concerns about how easily people can be recorded in public without their knowledge. Although the glasses include a small LED indicator when recording, many people reportedly don’t notice it. ** Links mentioned on the show ** People Are…

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   E550 · 9 Mar 2026 · 15 min

   TikTok Says No to End-to-End Encryption: Here’s Why That’s a Big Deal

   In a move that bucks the entire industry trend, TikTok has confirmed it will not implement end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for direct messages on its platform — arguing that E2EE would make users less safe. We break down what’s really going on: the child safety argument, the privacy counterargument, the geopolitical questions surrounding ByteDance, and what it all means for TikTok’s 1 billion+ users. If you use TikTok, this episode is essential listening. ** Links mentioned on the show ** TikTok won’t protect DMs with controversial privacy tech, saying it would put users at risk…

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   E549 · 2 Mar 2026 · 13 min

   Claude Code Security: The AI Shockwave Hitting Cybersecurity

   Anthropic’s Claude Code Security research preview promises AI-powered code analysis and vulnerability detection at scale. The announcement triggered strong reactions across the cybersecurity community and sent several vendor stocks lower. In this episode, we break down what the tool actually does, where it fits in modern AppSec, and whether AI automation threatens traditional security products or simply makes teams more efficient. Expect a practical, no-hype conversation about what changes and what doesn’t. ** Links mentioned on the show ** Anthropic’s New Claude AI Security Tool Wipes Out…

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    E548 · 23 Feb 2026 · 16 min

    TikTok’s New U.S. Deal and Privacy Policy: What Users Don’t Understand

    TikTok has shifted to a majority-American entity, TikTok USDS Joint Venture, LLC, to comply with U.S. national security requirements and avoid a ban. This week we discuss why a recent privacy policy update went viral—especially language about sensitive data like immigration status and precise location—and argue much of it reflects longstanding practices and required California privacy disclosures. We emphasize reading policies, understanding your threat model, and making your own decision about using TikTok or other social platforms. The episode also briefly mentions Ring ending its…