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CyberAware Podcast

CyberAware Podcast

De: Minnesota State University Mankato
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Join Nathan, a cybersecurity expert, and Ham, an internet-savvy gamer, as they walk you through the cybersecurity world. Plus, get the latest security news and happenings from expert Mercy and hear from occasional special guests! Tune in weekly to learn about everything from the basics of personal security to fascinating topics like ransomware, the dark web, and hacking. #BeCyberAware!© 2025 Minnesota State University, Mankato Ciencia
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  • Entering the Cybersecurity Field with Dr. Michael Hart (Season Finale)

    Entering the Cybersecurity Field with Dr. Michael Hart (Season Finale)
    Dec 8 2021
    Looking to break into the field of cybersecurity? Special guest Dr. Michael Hart, Assistant Professor of Computer Information Science at Minnesota State University, Mankato, gives his best advice! Nathan sits down with Dr. Hart to chat about the job market, skills needed for the field, recommended coursework, degrees, and certifications, and a plethora of other resources to get started. Plan your path to landing your dream cybersecurity career! This episode concludes with news stories including a data breach at electronics company Panasonic and a cyberattack on Ohio-based DNA Diagnostics Center. ________________ News Sources: Story 1: Seals, Tara. "Panasonic's Data Breach Leaves Open Questions." Threatpost, 30 November 2021, https://threatpost.com/panasonic-data-breach-questions/176660/ Story 2: Toulas, Bill. "DNA Testing Firm Discloses Data Breach Affecting 2.1 Million People." Bleeping Computer, 30 November 2021, https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/dna-testing-firm-discloses-data-breach-affecting-21-million-people/
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    36 m
  • The Wild World of Cybercrime

    The Wild World of Cybercrime
    Dec 1 2021
    The internet took the world by storm, and with it came a variety of cybercrimes that you should know about. From identity theft to cyber stalking, Ham and Nathan run through some of the most common cybercrimes that affect millions of people a year. Learn top risks to look out for in order to avoid falling victim to criminals. This episode concludes with news from expert Mercy, including a recent cyberattack on wind turbine manufacturer Vestas Wind Systems, a confirmed data breach on internet domain registrar GoDaddy, and an up and coming TSA PreCheck membership scam. _______________ News Sources: Story 1: Toulas, Bill. "Wind Turbine Giant Vestas' Data Compromised in Cyberattack." Bleeping Computer, 22 November 2021, https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/wind-turbine-giant-vestas-data-compromised-in-cyberattack/ Story 2: Seals, Tara. "GoDaddy's Latest Breach Affects 1.2M Customers." Threatpost, 22 November 2021, https://threatpost.com/godaddys-latest-breach-customers/176530/ Story 3: Toulas, Bill. "Fake TSA PreCheck Sites Scam US Travelers with Fake Renewals." Bleeping Computer, 19 November 2021, https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/fake-tsa-precheck-sites-scam-us-travelers-with-fake-renewals/
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    13 m
  • What is Cryptocurrency?

    What is Cryptocurrency?
    Nov 24 2021
    Whether you're an aspiring crypto enthusiast, a skeptic, or just plain curious – learn the basics of what cryptocurrency is and some of the potential risks. Find out what crypto coins really are, some interesting examples, and how they're used. From Bitcoin to Dogecoin, Nathan and Ham walk you through this intriguing world with basic facts and personal anecdotes. Plus, find out top risks you should watch out for, including scams, cryptojacking, and mining. This episode concludes with news from expert Mercy, including a TikTok scam targeting influencers, an update on the Robinhood data breach, and hundreds of WordPress sites hacked for a cryptocurrency ransom. _______________ News Sources: Story 1: Montalbano, Elizabeth. "Phishing Scam Aims to Hijack TikTok 'Influencer' Accounts." Threatpost, 17 November 2021, https://threatpost.com/phishing-scam-tiktok-influencer/176391/ Story 2: Abrams, Lawrence. "7 Million Robinhood User Email Addresses for Sale on Hacker Forum." Bleeping Computer, 15 November 2021, https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/7-million-robinhood-user-email-addresses-for-sale-on-hacker-forum/ Story 3: Toulas, Bill. "WordPress Sites Are Being Hacked in Fake Ransomware Attacks." Bleeping Computer, 16 November 2021, https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/wordpress-sites-are-being-hacked-in-fake-ransomware-attacks/
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    12 m
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