In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley discusses a range of pressing cybersecurity issues. Topics include the surge in QR code parking scams, with recent cases in Monaco, Ottawa, and across Europe; an Australian man sentenced for evil twin WiFi attacks targeting travelers; the shutdown of the Code Red emergency notification system due to ransomware; and critical vulnerabilities in Microsoft Teams’ guest access feature. Shipley also examines the newly launched hacklore.org website aiming to debunk cybersecurity myths, while critiquing its dismissal of real-world threats. Stay informed on how criminals exploit simple deception, human assumptions, and technology lapses to perpetrate fraud and data breaches.
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00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message
00:21 Hack Lore vs. Real Cyber Threats
03:45 QR Code Parking Scams
07:24 Evil Twin WiFi Attacks
09:43 Ransomware Attack on Code Red
11:44 Microsoft Teams Security Flaw
15:09 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
