Cyber Security Today - Week In Review: August 10, 2024

Cybersecurity Today

Cybersecurity Insights: Malvertising, Phishing Trends, and North Korean Hackers

In this weekend edition of 'Cybersecurity Today,' host Jim Love brings together experts Terry Cutler from Cyology Labs, David Shipley from Beauceron Security, and Greg Monson from Trustwave.

The panel explores the latest trends in cybersecurity, including a deep dive into a report on 'Malvertising,' the use of social media advertising to distribute malware.

They also discuss a significant rise in phishing attempts and the challenges of detecting them, revealing a worrying leakage rate of up to 50%.

The panel delves into a fascinating and concerning trend: North Korean hackers being hired as remote workers to infiltrate companies.

Finally, they analyze the recent Delta lawsuit against CrowdStrike and Microsoft's involvement in the case.

Tune in for expert insights, practical advice, and the latest updates in the ever-evolving field of cybersecurity.

00:00 Introduction and Panelist Introductions 01:27 Malvertising: A New Cyber Threat 04:13 The Rise of Alternative Communication Channels 07:39 Corporate Dangers of Facebook Account Takeovers 12:04 North Korean Hackers in Remote Work 20:11 Navigating Reference Checks and Hiring Challenges 20:27 The Intricacies of the Prisoner Swap 21:49 CrowdStrike's Legal Battle with Delta 24:24 The IT Professional's Dilemma 30:25 Phishing Email Statistics and Security Measures 35:59 Concluding Thoughts and Future Topics