Welcome back to CyberDudes! We kick things off with a few quick news stories: a new ultra-secure phone carrier is aiming to make users harder to track, QR code emails are being flagged as malicious at alarmingly high rates, and BlueSky has hit 20 million users—but not without attracting cryptocurrency scammers along the way.
In our spotlight discussions, we dive into North Korea’s increasingly sophisticated cyber operations. From fake IT workers to LinkedIn phishing scams using AI-generated malware, they’re pulling off complex, profit-driven schemes that challenge global defenses. We explore their tactics and the broader implications for cybersecurity.
We also discuss the announcement that Jen Easterly, the highly respected head of CISA, will be stepping down on Inauguration Day. Her departure raises questions about the future of the agency and the potential impact on U.S. cybersecurity leadership as political pressures continue to grow.
Stories from this episode:
https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/21/24302416/cape-ultra-secure-phone-data-collection-tracking
https://www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/60-emails-qr-codes-spam-malicious/
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/now-bluesky-hit-with-crypto-scams-as-it-crosses-20-million-users/
https://thehackernews.com/2024/11/north-korean-hackers-steal-10m-with-ai.html #cyber #cybersecurity #podcast
https://www.darkreading.com/vulnerabilities-threats/jen-easterly-cisa-director-resign-inauguration-day
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