Expert Insights Explainers

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Welcome to Expert Insights Explainers, the podcast where we unpack the cybersecurity risks facing SMBs today. We’ll make cybersecurity simple – by breaking down the threats, how they work, and what you can do to protect your business and your employees. podcasts.expertinsights.com

Episodes

  1. Spear Phishing: Everything You Need To Know

    25 AUG

    Spear Phishing: Everything You Need To Know

    Join host Alex on Expert Insights Explainers as we dissect the targeted threat of spear phishing, a sophisticated cyberattack costing businesses over $4.3 billion globally in 2024. Unlike broad phishing scams, spear phishing uses personalized, AI-enhanced messages to deceive specific individuals into sharing sensitive data or downloading malware. Learn how attackers exploit public information and craft convincing emails impersonating trusted colleagues, complete with urgent requests or deepfake content like smishing and vishing. Discover four key defenses: employee training with simulated phishing tests, advanced email filtering with DMARC, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and strict verification protocols for sensitive actions. Tune in to protect your SMB from data breaches and financial losses with actionable strategies from Expert Insights. About Expert Insights: Expert Insights saves you time and hassle by rigorously analyzing cybersecurity solutions and cutting through the hype to deliver clear, actionable shortlists. We specialize in cybersecurity. So, our focus is sharper, our knowledge is deeper, and our insights are better. What’s more, our advice is completely impartial. In a world saturated with information, we exist to arm experts with the insights they need to protect their organization. That is why over 1 million businesses have used us to inform their cybersecurity research. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit podcasts.expertinsights.com

    9 min
  2. Man In The Middle Attacks: Everything You Need To Know

    18 AUG

    Man In The Middle Attacks: Everything You Need To Know

    In this episode, we dive into the stealthy world of Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attacks—sophisticated cyber threats that intercept and manipulate communications without detection. Learn how these attacks lead to data breaches, financial loss, and reputational damage, with 58% of criminal marketplace posts containing banking data from MitM exploits. We break down the mechanics of attacks like email hijacking, Wi-Fi eavesdropping, DNS spoofing, and more, while offering practical strategies to protect your organization, including VPNs, encryption, multi-factor authentication, and employee training. Tune in to understand why 19% of successful cyberattacks are MitM and how to safeguard your business from these invisible threats. About Expert Insights: Expert Insights saves you time and hassle by rigorously analyzing cybersecurity solutions and cutting through the hype to deliver clear, actionable shortlists. We specialize in cybersecurity. So, our focus is sharper, our knowledge is deeper, and our insights are better. What’s more, our advice is completely impartial. In a world saturated with information, we exist to arm experts with the insights they need to protect their organization. That is why over 1 million businesses have used us to inform their cybersecurity research. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit podcasts.expertinsights.com

    9 min
  3. Ransomware: Everything You Need To Know

    11 AUG

    Ransomware: Everything You Need To Know

    This episode breaks down how ransomware encrypts files, demands cryptocurrency ransoms, and inflicts devastating financial and reputational damage, with global attack costs averaging $5.13M in 2024. Learn how phishing emails, Trojan horse downloads, and human error fuel these attacks, and discover six essential strategies to protect your organization: robust endpoint security, email gateways, employee training, web filtering, data backups, and proactive planning. From real-world examples to actionable defenses, this episode equips IT managers and SMBs with the tools to stay ahead of ransomware’s $57bn threat in 2025. About Expert Insights: Expert Insights saves you time and hassle by rigorously analyzing cybersecurity solutions and cutting through the hype to deliver clear, actionable shortlists. We specialize in cybersecurity. So, our focus is sharper, our knowledge is deeper, and our insights are better. What’s more, our advice is completely impartial. In a world saturated with information, we exist to arm experts with the insights they need to protect their organization. That is why over 1 million businesses have used us to inform their cybersecurity research. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit podcasts.expertinsights.com

    9 min
  4. Deep Fakes: Everything You Need To Know

    4 AUG

    Deep Fakes: Everything You Need To Know

    Discover the hidden dangers of AI-generated deepfakes in this episode of Expert Insights Explainers. We break down how these hyper-realistic fake videos, images, and audio—powered by Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs)—threaten small and medium-sized businesses. From the $25M Arup fraud to disinformation campaigns, learn how deepfakes fuel scams and data breaches. Get actionable tips to protect your organization with AI detection tools, liveness checking, multi-factor authentication, and modern security training. Stay ahead of this evolving cybersecurity threat. About Expert Insights: Expert Insights saves you time and hassle by rigorously analyzing cybersecurity solutions and cutting through the hype to deliver clear, actionable shortlists. We specialize in cybersecurity. So, our focus is sharper, our knowledge is deeper, and our insights are better. What’s more, our advice is completely impartial. In a world saturated with information, we exist to arm experts with the insights they need to protect their organization. That is why over 1 million businesses have used us to inform their cybersecurity research. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit podcasts.expertinsights.com

    11 min
  5. DDoS: Everything You Need To Know

    28 JULY

    DDoS: Everything You Need To Know

    Welcome to Expert Insights Explainers, the podcast where we unpack the cybersecurity risks facing SMBs today. We’ll make cybersecurity simple – by breaking down the threats, how they work, and what you can do to protect your business and your employees. In this episode, we dive into Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks—one of the most disruptive cyber threats today. Learn how botnets overwhelm servers, the different types of DDoS attacks (application, protocol, volumetric, and multi-vector), and their real-world impact, including the record-breaking 7.3 terabits per second attack mitigated by Cloudflare in May 2025. Discover five essential strategies to protect your business, from dedicated DDoS solutions to bot management and traffic monitoring. Tune in for clear, actionable insights to safeguard your organization from downtime and reputational damage. About Expert Insights: Expert Insights saves you time and hassle by rigorously analyzing cybersecurity solutions and cutting through the hype to deliver clear, actionable shortlists. We specialize in cybersecurity. So, our focus is sharper, our knowledge is deeper, and our insights are better. What’s more, our advice is completely impartial. In a world saturated with information, we exist to arm experts with the insights they need to protect their organization. That is why over 1 million businesses have used us to inform their cybersecurity research. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit podcasts.expertinsights.com

    8 min
  6. MDR: Everything You Need To Know

    16 JULY

    MDR: Everything You Need To Know

    What does MDR stand for? What does Managed Detection and Response do? And do I need it? Dive into the world of Managed Detection and Response (MDR) with Expert Insights Explainers. In this episode, we break down the complexities of MDR, a powerful cybersecurity service that combines cutting-edge technology and human expertise to detect and neutralize cyber threats. Learn how MDR helps organizations of all sizes stay secure against sophisticated cyberattacks, from malware to insider threats, without the hefty price tag of an in-house Security Operations Center (SOC). We explore the costs of MDR—ranging from $10-$30 per asset monthly to $50,000-$500,000 annually—against the staggering $4.88 million average cost of a data breach. Discover why 24/7 monitoring is critical, with 45% of security alerts occurring outside business hours, and whether MDR is the right investment for your business. Perfect for small to mid-sized businesses, IT professionals, and decision-makers looking to balance security, compliance, and budget. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit podcasts.expertinsights.com

    5 min
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