Checklist 363: The Imaginary Toothbrush Botnet
This week we talk about the smart toothbrush DDoS being debunked, and how TechCrunch uncovers shady operators behind AI-political calls.
Read ListenSecureMac presents The Checklist. Each week, Ken Ray and guests hit security topics. From getting an old iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, and other Apple gear ready to sell to the first steps to take to secure new hardware, each show contains a set of easy to follow steps meant to keep you safe from identity thieves, hackers, malware, and other digital downfalls. Check in each Thursday for a new Checklist!
This week we talk about the smart toothbrush DDoS being debunked, and how TechCrunch uncovers shady operators behind AI-political calls.
Read ListenThis week we discuss how ElevenLabs, a voice cloning startup, sparks election manipulation fears, Apple opposing UK security changes, and more companies boost security with passkeys.
Read ListenThis week discuss apple releasing major updates for a large range of devices. Meanwhile, AI-generated voices spreading fear and misinformation raise concerns during the election season.
Read ListenParticipants in AI21’s Human or Not experiment found that distinguishing humans from AI bots using two-minute online conversations was challenging. Explore the A.I. and 23andMe Follow-Up to investigate the results and expectations of LLMs such as OpenAI’s GPT-4 and AI21 Labs’ Jurassic-2.
Read ListenAI misuse in 2024 elections presents a major challenge to democracy. Discover how AI-generated images, deepfakes, and weaponized Large Language Models are being used to sway voting and how to protect against it.
Read ListenSecure new tech – change passwords, 2FA, legit apps. Dispose old tech – backup, log out, erase data. AgileBlue’s 2024 cybersecurity resolutions:
Read ListenSecure your device with the latest Apple OS updates. Find out everything you need to know about the latest security enhancements for iOS and iPadOS 17.2, Apple Music, and more with this week’s Checklist.
Read ListenLatest threat to privacy: malicious entities can access iPhones despite active Lockdown Mode. 23andMe and 7 Million Others face potential attacks, according to AppleInsider – protect yourself.
Read ListenSecure your holiday online shopping by using the National Cybersecurity Alliance’s Core 4 Behaviors to defend against ‘Grinch Bots’. Password manager, enable MFA, software updates, and spot phishing attempts.
Read ListenThis week, we touch upon essential themes related to cybersecurity awareness and the evolving landscape of technology adoption among different age groups.
Read Listen52% of Americans anxious about AI misuse, deepfakes, and propaganda, Extremists challenge tech moderation, and McAfee advises source verification, fact-checking, and emotional awareness to combat AI-driven misinformation.
Read ListenFake Apple products worth $400,000 seized in California, Apple warns of state-sponsored hacking attempts, and genealogy companies mandate two-factor authentication after 23andMe breach.
Read ListenApple alerting about potential spyware, and how McAfee’s 2023 Hacker Celebrity Hot List reveals the exploitation of celebrity names for cybercriminal purposes.
Read ListenThis week we go over recent new iphone scams, amazon embracing passkeys, and another apple security update.
Read Listen23andMe has been compromised; millions of user records are being leaked, scams targeting younger generations, and hope for privacy advocates in California this week on the Checklist!
Read ListenThis week we discuss Apple and Googl implementing passkeys to replace traditional passwords, improving online security and user convenience, and highlights from We Live Security.
Read ListenFor cybersecurity awareness month, we discuss protecting your business and personal accounts against cyber threats, and give offer expert guidance from CISA for a secure digital landscape.
Read ListenThis week, we discuss Apple’s macOS Sonoma release and some of the exciting new features and security upgrades that come with it.
Read ListeniOS 17 enhances privacy with Lockdown Mode, anti-tracking, and secure passkeys. NSO’s Pegasus spyware targets journalists. Microsoft warns of cybersecurity threats in live sports events.
Read ListenThis week we discuss Apple resuming their efforts to battle pegasus, urgent security updates, and what went down at Apple’s Wonderlust event.
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