Shared Security Podcast

Shared Security Podcast

Tom Eston, Scott Wright, Kevin Tackett

Episodes 564
Avg. Duration 22m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.5 (28)
Since Aug 2009
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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About This Podcast

Shared Security is the the longest-running cybersecurity and privacy podcast where industry veterans Tom Eston, Scott Wright, and Kevin Tackett break down the week’s security WTF moments, privacy fails, human mistakes, and “why is this still a problem?” stories — with humor, honesty, and hard-earned real-world experience. Whether you’re a security pro, a privacy advocate, or just here to hear Kevin yell about vendor nonsense, this podcast delivers insights you’ll actually use — and laughs you probably need. Real security talk from people who’ve lived it.

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Mobile Application Security: What Every Organization Needs to Know

Jun 10, 2026 31m

Mobile apps are now deeply connected platforms for identities, payments, sessions, APIs, healthcare, retail, gaming, and cloud services. In this special episode, Tom Eston talks with Joel Destefano,…

Microsoft Threatens Legal Action Over Exploit Disclosure

Jun 08, 2026 17m

Microsoft’s response to a researcher publicly disclosing proof-of-concept exploit code has reignited an old debate in security: where does responsible disclosure end and reckless disclosure begin?…

Apple Finally Fixes One of Texting’s Biggest Security Problems

Jun 01, 2026 14m

Apple and Google are finally bringing end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging to iPhone and Android chats. In this episode, Tom Eston and Kevin Tackett explain why that matters, why insecure SMS is not…

Should AI Have Access to Your Financial Life?

May 25, 2026 24m

OpenAI is now allowing some ChatGPT users to connect their bank accounts and financial data directly to the platform. In this episode, we discuss the technology behind the feature, the convenience it…

Cybersecurity Lessons from the Canvas Data Breach

May 18, 2026 16m

In this episode we discuss the recent cyber attack targeting Instructure’s widely used learning platform, Canvas, and the major late-breaking development that Instructure reached an “agreement” with…

Passwords Are Still Failing Us (World Password Day 2026)

May 11, 2026 21m

World Password Day was on May 7th—but are we actually getting better at password security? In this episode, we discuss why compromised credentials are still behind the majority of breaches in 2026.…

Fake Party Invites and the Rise of Social Phishing Attacks

May 04, 2026 15m

Attackers are now impersonating invitation services to trick people into clicking malicious links and sharing sensitive information. These phishing attempts look like legitimate event invites, making…

New York’s 3D Printing Crackdown: Security or Surveillance?

Apr 27, 2026 15m

New York’s latest budget proposal could fundamentally change how 3D printers work—requiring built-in software that scans and blocks certain designs. Supporters say it’s about stopping ghost guns.…

Project Glasswing: When AI Becomes the Ultimate Hacker—and Defender

Apr 20, 2026 28m

Anthropic has introduced Project Glasswing, a cybersecurity initiative powered by an unreleased AI model called Claude Mythos. This system can identify zero-day vulnerabilities, generate exploits,…

The Dark Web Explained with John Hammond

Apr 13, 2026 22m

The dark web is often misunderstood, but it plays an important role in both privacy technology and cybercrime activity. In this episode, Tom Eston speaks with cybersecurity researcher and educator…

Meta & YouTube Found Negligent: A Turning Point for Big Tech?

Apr 06, 2026 13m

A landmark jury verdict has found Meta and YouTube negligent in a social media addiction case, raising major questions about platform accountability and legal protections under Section 230. This…

The Hidden Tracking Risk Inside Your Tires

Mar 30, 2026 14m

In this episode, Tom Eston and co-host Scott Wright discuss research showing that Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) can create privacy risks because the sensors broadcast unencrypted, uniquely…

The Real State of Offensive Security: AI, Penetration Testing & The Road Ahead with Andrew Wilson

Mar 23, 2026 44m

Tom Eston interviews offensive AI researcher and PhD candidate Andrew Wilson, a former Bishop Fox partner who helped grow the firm from under 20 people to nearly 500, built award-winning AI solutions…

The Privacy Problem With Meta’s Ray-Ban Smart Glasses

Mar 16, 2026 18m

This episode discusses Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses, which blend a camera, microphone, AI features, and social media integration into sunglasses that look like normal fashion eyewear, raising major…

TikTok Says No to End-to-End Encryption: Here’s Why That’s a Big Deal

Mar 09, 2026 15m

In a move that bucks the entire industry trend, TikTok has confirmed it will not implement end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for direct messages on its platform — arguing that E2EE would make users less…

Claude Code Security: The AI Shockwave Hitting Cybersecurity

Mar 02, 2026 13m

Anthropic’s Claude Code Security research preview promises AI-powered code analysis and vulnerability detection at scale. The announcement triggered strong reactions across the cybersecurity…

TikTok’s New U.S. Deal and Privacy Policy: What Users Don’t Understand

Feb 23, 2026 16m

TikTok has shifted to a majority-American entity, TikTok USDS Joint Venture, LLC, to comply with U.S. national security requirements and avoid a ban. This week we discuss why a recent privacy policy…

Ring’s Search Party ‘Dystopia’ Debate & Claude Zero-Click RCE Vulnerability

Feb 16, 2026 24m

In this episode, we discuss two major tech stories impacting privacy and security. First, we analyze Ring’s new AI-powered ‘Search Party’ feature and its controversial Super Bowl ad that sparked…

OpenClaw & Moltbook: AI Agents and Cybersecurity Risks

Feb 09, 2026 21m

Autonomous AI assistants are hitting the mainstream — but at what cost? This week, we discuss the recent OpenClaw phenomenon (formerly Clawdbot/Moltbot), the security fiasco surrounding Moltbook’s…

Why Gen Z is Ditching Smartphones for Dumbphones

Feb 02, 2026 19m

Younger generations are increasingly ditching smartphones in favor of “dumbphones”—simpler devices with fewer apps, fewer distractions, and less tracking. But what happens when you step away from a…

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