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A podcast exploring the latest in computers, networking, home automation, mobile computing and all things technology related. Our hosts will take a deeper dive into the latest and greatest in tech trends, and give you the information you need to enable your tech centric world.

2d ago · Video

Daily Tech Insights — Friday, October 30th, 2026

Daily Tech Insights — Oct 30: Microsoft fixes VPN issues, AI scams, and a crypto heist. Full credits and links in the show notes. Daily Tech Insights — Friday, October 30th, 2026 Today's episode covers four key stories impacting IT operations: Microsoft's fix for Always On VPN issues, AI-powered scams targeting retailers, a cybersecurity roadmap for DoD contractors, and a massive Binance hack. These stories highlight the need for vigilance in patch management, scam detection, compliance, and AI security. In this episode Microsoft released a fix for Always On VPN connection failures caused by recent Windows 11 updates, with a temporary workaround available until the next Patch Tuesday. Scammers are rapidly rebuilding fake shopping sites using look-alike domains, emphasizing the need for strong authentication and user training. A free cybersecurity roadmap from Associated Builders and Contractors helps DoD contractors meet Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Level 1 requirements. A $6.3 billion hack of Binance underscores the importance of multi-factor authentication and real-time monitoring for cryptocurrency and SMB security. News stories ABC publishes free cybersecurity roadmap for DOD contractors — Construction Dive Researchers find bugs in 5 AI developer tools, with OpenAI and Microsoft flaws still unpatched — The Register [Is Windows Defender Enough? Paid Plans From $59.99 [2026]](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMilwFBVV95cUxPN2E1b19qUVAzQjMzMzhSTlVpbXZoeENuR3ZORWNsWE0weDVrbUxBZklVVldxTU9zTVFsTjZmZDNtV1NRS1lobGlBMUs1YTNNOE1IbERja2RpR2s1NkEwWThrNEpLYXNHRkd4TmZ6aHNhUnBtejlnc1hWUWU0ejhRcGpVaWNsR3B2OEVKdnpNakZaSGc0V0hj?oc=5) — https://tech-insider.org/ Scammers rebuild fake shopping sites within hours of a takedown — Help Net Security The $6.3 Billion Binance Hack Was Pulled Off in Just 20 Minutes — Wired Security Microsoft finally fixes VPN issues caused by September updates — BleepingComputer Sources ABC publishes free cybersecurity roadmap for DOD contractors — Construction Dive Music credits Music: "Werq" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) (CC BY 4.0, https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) --- Voices in this episode were generated with AI text-to-speech from the hosts' script. Research and drafting for this episode were assisted by AI tools. All content was reviewed and fact-checked by the host. Views expressed are my own and do not represent my employer.
3d ago · Video

Daily Tech Insights — Thursday, October 29th, 2026

Daily Tech Insights — Oct 29: PHP flaw exploited, stolen logins spread attacks, cyber insurance becomes audit Daily Tech Insights — Thursday, October 29th, 2026 Today's episode covers a critical PHP vulnerability being exploited in the wild, a growing threat of stolen staff logins spreading attacks across K-12 schools, and how cyber insurance is now treated as a security audit. The FBI warns of a sophisticated fraud scheme targeting small businesses, while IT teams are urged to patch PHP systems and prepare for cyber insurance audits. In this episode The PHP2Shell vulnerability allows attackers to execute remote code with web server privileges, already exploited in the wild and added to CISA's KEV list. Stolen staff logins are being used to spread phishing attacks across K-12 school districts, with malware often delivered via malicious ads on legitimate websites. Cyber insurance applications are now treated as detailed security audits, requiring honest answers backed by evidence to avoid coverage loss. A suspected China-nexus threat actor used PHP2Shell and other exploits to breach U.S. government-affiliated servers, highlighting the vulnerability's real-world impact. News stories PHP2Shell is in CISA KEV: why runtime visibility matters — Security Boulevard Stolen staff logins are spreading attacks between K-12 school districts — Help Net Security Your Cyber Insurance Application Is Now an Audit. Answer It Like One. — The Future of Things [[New Threat Trend Data] When Bad Actors Use Reality Against Us](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMijgFBVV95cUxNak84RGpvN3RCb0UzX1RMZ19JSTFDTnYtVEwwSlRtd3VwalpDTGhtTjVGbjlUTU94eGZwVU1RdTBLdUR0Y2dwVDJoek5SS1dsN3lKWTc3bFJieWVEUnRuTTE2T3BFaTNFVmJzRjRPRjNzQVdfc0VhZEl6dzhnb1daUEFGelJDWE1kd3dHRGlR?oc=5) — KnowBe4 Blog FBI issues warning after fraudsters target New Jersey trading card shops — News12 | New Jersey PHP2Shell Password Risks: Which Accounts Should You Secure? — Cybernews Music credits Music: "Werq" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) (CC BY 4.0, https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) --- Voices in this episode were generated with AI text-to-speech from the hosts' script. Research and drafting for this episode were assisted by AI tools. All content was reviewed and fact-checked by the host. Views expressed are my own and do not represent my employer.
4d ago · Video

Daily Tech Insights — Wednesday, October 28, 2026

We examine firewall exploits, AI session theft, and recent breaches to ask if you are compromised without knowing it. Full credits and links in the show notes. Daily Tech Insights — Wednesday, October 28, 2026 This episode investigates whether small and mid-sized businesses are suffering silent breaches, highlighting a China-linked threat actor actively exploiting PHP vulnerabilities to gain root access on firewalls. We also examine the rise of infostealers targeting AI assistant sessions and recent incidents at major providers like 123 Reg and GMO, which underscore the critical detection gap in lean IT teams. The core argument is that silence does not equal safety, prompting a shift toward assuming breach until proven otherwise. In this episode A China-linked threat actor is chaining PHP vulnerabilities with a Linux kernel bug to drop persistent webshells on unpatched, internet-facing firewalls. A new infostealer named Aokigahara targets developer keyrings and active AI assistant sessions, stealing live tokens and API keys rather than just static passwords. The 123 Reg breach, suspected to be linked to the Artex group, highlights the expanding blast radius of third-party service provider compromises for SMBs. The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center incident, where 36,000 systems were compromised, serves as a wake-up call to audit privileged identity accounts and Active Directory integrity. The GMO data breach illustrates the detection gap in lean IT teams, reinforcing the need to assume breach and focus on limiting the critical harm of data leakage. News stories PHP2Shell Exploits Trigger 'Black October' Cybersecurity Surge — 조선일보 The Reality Revealed by the GMO Data Breach: In an Era Where Even the Digital Agency Gets Hit, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises Are 'Being Hit Without Realizing It' — note 'Aokigahara' Stealer Targets 'Developer Keyrings' & AI Assistants — Dark Reading [UNM Health Ransomware: 36,000 Systems Claimed [2026]](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMijAFBVV95cUxNQUhENjkwaERWWmtIRGd2UFBEWnpMZXlDczNCV21VTV9xdm9vcDh3RnNOS2M2RjFqU3ZEY3FsOTlJUXNRXzF4ejk2NkhwTzVfbzF4NkNXdGZSZ05nZk9UTldyczJBcWdmVTZKTHBWVkhoaEFfZ3hWR0tEUWVnQmNoMzNVQ292T0hzMXdncQ?oc=5) — https://tech-insider.org/ China-Linked Hackers Exploit PHP2Shell to Root Firewalls — SecurityWeek 123 Reg discloses 'AI cyberattack' on customer data, suspects China nexus — The Register Music credits Music: "Werq" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) (CC BY 4.0, https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) --- Voices in this episode were generated with AI text-to-speech from the hosts' script. Research and drafting for this episode were assisted by AI tools. All content was reviewed and fact-checked by the host. Views expressed are my own and do not represent my employer.
4d ago · Video

Daily Tech Insights — Thursday, October 27th, 2026

Daily Tech Insights — Oct 27: Free cloud security tools and ransomware risks for SMBs. Full credits and links in the show notes. Daily Tech Insights — Thursday, October 27th, 2026 Today's episode explores new cloud security tools, ransomware risks, and critical updates for SMBs, emphasizing preparedness and proactive defense strategies. In this episode Seesa has released free, open-source tools like ScubaGear and ScubaGoggles to help secure Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace environments. A recent ransomware report highlights that nearly half of SMBs lack confidence in their ransomware protection strategies. Mega breaches have nearly tripled in 2026, with the health sector seeing the highest number of data breaches in Australia. Microsoft is ending native SMS authentication in Entra ID, urging users to transition to passkeys to improve security against phishing. News stories Cybersecurity Flashpoints This Week: Data Leaks, Key Theft, Software Backdoors Rock Tech Ecosystem — BW Businessworld Mega breaches nearly triple as health sector tops Australia’s data breach count — Insurance Business Microsoft">https://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-entra-id-ending-native-sms-authentication-pushing-users-to-passkeys//RK=2/RS=RqhOp0IvtYCyebEWlJWfhv7tbxY-">Microsoft Entra ID ending native SMS authentication, pushing users to passkeys — Neowin Hornetsecurity by Proofpoint Ransomware Report 2027 reveals nearly half of companies don't trust their own defences — PR Newswire UK CISA Offers Two Free Tools to Detect Security Misconfigurations in Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace — CyberSecurityNews Ransomware Incident at Paylogix Affects 41K Individuals — The HIPAA Journal Sources Hornetsecurity GmbH: Hornetsecurity by Proofpoint Ransomware Report 2027 reveals nearly half of companies don't trust their own defences — FinanzNachrichten.de Music credits Music: "Werq" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) (CC BY 4.0, https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) --- Voices in this episode were generated with AI text-to-speech from the hosts' script. Research and drafting for this episode were assisted by AI tools. All content was reviewed and fact-checked by the host. Views expressed are my own and do not represent my employer.
Oct 16 · Video

Daily Tech Insights - Friday, October 16, 2026

Daily Tech Insights — Oct 16: Zero-day exploit, credential leak, and AI funding shifts. Full credits and links in the show notes. Daily Tech Insights - Friday, October 16, 2026 Today's episode of Daily Tech Insights focuses on critical security threats and supply chain risks impacting small and mid-sized businesses. We examine a zero-day exploit, a major credential leak, and the growing risks of AI data exposure, all with actionable advice for IT teams. In this episode A zero-day vulnerability in Ee-vahn-tee Connect Secure (CVE-2026-110447) is being exploited in the wild, requiring immediate patching. A supply chain attack on a UK defence prime could cause significant economic damage, highlighting the need for proactive risk management. A database of 13.7 million breached credentials linked to an Indian AI company was found publicly accessible, emphasizing the importance of data encryption and access controls. Cisco, Nextcloud, and BeyondTrust have released patches for critical vulnerabilities, underscoring the need for timely updates to prevent exploitation. News stories ISC Stormcast For Friday, October 16th, 2026 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/10140, (Fri, Oct 16th) — SANS Internet Storm Center The Billion-Dollar Black Hole: Why AI Startups Are Devouring 86% of All VC Funds — The Tech Edvocate The core system has not been breached. Yet, data is still leaking. — note From Intelligence To Abundance: Why India Must Build Its Own AI And Share It - Dr. D. Premachandra Sagar — Outlook India Cyber hit on a defence prime would cost capacity, warns MP — UK Defence Journal 13.7 Million Breached Credential Records Exposed in Database Linked to Indian AI Company — Techlomedia Sources 13.7 Million Breached Credential Records Exposed in Database Linked to Indian AI Company — TechloMedia The core system has not been breached. Yet, data is still leaking.｜AMELAジャパン株式会社 — Note（ノート） News in the Security category — BleepingComputer Music credits Music: "Werq" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) (CC BY 4.0, https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) --- Voices in this episode were generated with AI text-to-speech from the hosts' script. Research and drafting for this episode were assisted by AI tools. All content was reviewed and fact-checked by the host. Views expressed are my own and do not represent my employer.
Oct 15

Daily Tech Insights — Oct 15, 2026

Daily Tech Insights — Oct 15: Healthcare breach, AI risks, supermarket attack; full credits and links in show notes. Daily Tech Insights — Oct 15, 2026 This episode covers a major healthcare data breach affecting 76.6 million records, AI security risks in manufacturing, legal concerns around Flock Safety's surveillance tech, and a supply chain attack on French supermarkets that caused physical damage. SMBs are urged to prioritize patching, vendor vetting, and AI access controls. In this episode A healthcare breach exposed 76.6M records via vulnerabilities in systems like Danfoss refrigeration software, highlighting the need for proactive patching and third-party security checks. AI agents in manufacturing inherit trust dependencies, creating blind spots; SMBs should implement cryptographic identifiers and sandbox third-party models to secure agent interactions. A federal judge ruled Flock Safety's ALPR technology violates privacy rights, signaling potential legal shifts for SMBs using surveillance tools. French supermarkets suffered physical damage from a Danfoss refrigeration software attack, emphasizing the need for supply chain security in critical infrastructure systems. Anthropic warns small AI models could self-replicate on IoT devices, spreading like malware; SMBs should adopt workflow-bound tokens and continuous authorization for AI security. IT auditors should focus on privileged access management, externally exposed assets, third-party vetting, data minimization, and log monitoring to prevent unauthorized access incidents. News stories Small AI Models May Soon Be Able to Self-Replicate on IoT Devices, Anthropic Warns — SecurityWeek Cyberattack Hits Hundreds of French Supermarkets, Overheating Fridges and Sparking Fires. Could The Next Cyberattack Disrupt An Entire Supply Chain, From Phones To Traffic ... — Inventiva Other Courts Should Heed a Federal Judge's Warning About Flock-Enabled Mass Surveillance — Reason Analyzing Unauthorized Access Incidents from the Perspective of Internal Control: 5 Controls IT Auditors Should Look At — note AI Agents Acting at Machine Speed Inherit Blind Spots — Manufacturing.net The Staggering Truth About Healthcare Cyberattacks: 76.6 Million Records Exposed in 2026 — The Tech Edvocate Sources The Staggering Truth About Healthcare Cyberattacks: 76.6 Million Records Exposed in 2026 — The Tech Edvocate Cyberattack Hits Hundreds Of French Supermarkets, Overheating Fridges And Sparking Fires. Could The Next Cyberattack Disrupt An Entire Supply Chain, From Phones To Traffic Lights And Hospital Equipment? - Inventiva — Nine Network Private Limited Small AI Models May Soon Be Able to Self-Replicate on IoT Devices, Anthropic Warns — HackerFeeds Back to the Future: Why Agentic AI Needs a Strong Identity Foundation — National Institute of Standards and Technology Music credits Music: "Werq" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) (CC BY 4.0, https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) --- Voices in this episode were generated with AI text-to-speech from the hosts' script. Research and drafting for this episode were assisted by AI tools. All content was reviewed and fact-checked by the host. Views expressed are my own and do not represent my employer.
Oct 14 · Video

Daily Tech Insights — Oct 14, 2026

Microsoft Patch Tuesday hits a record high with 1,411 flaws including an active zero-day, alongside reports of AI-fueled data leaks in Japan, the CMMC compliance pause for defense contractors, and lessons from a major identity theft incident; Full credits and links in the show notes. Daily Tech Insights — Oct 14, 2026 Microsoft’s October Patch Tuesday addresses a record 1,411 vulnerabilities, including an actively exploited zero-day that bypasses Windows security warnings. Meanwhile, AI-driven identity theft and large-scale data leaks in Japan highlight the urgent need for phishing-resistant authentication and strict access controls. In this episode Microsoft released 1,411 patches on Patch Tuesday, including fixes for three zero-days, one of which is actively exploited in the wild. The critical active threat is CVE-2026-96951, a Mark of the Web bypass that allows attackers to sidestep security warnings when opening malicious files. Windows 11 version 24H2 Home/Pro and Windows 10 Enterprise LTSB 2016 have reached end of support, making immediate patching essential for remaining users. Recent data leaks at Japanese firms like Sagawa Express underscore how AI is accelerating the scale and speed of credential theft and unauthorized access. The Department of Defense has paused CMMC Phase II rollout, but defense contractors must still align with NIST SP 800-171 standards to maintain eligibility. IT teams should prioritize multi-factor authentication, third-party vendor audits, and AI-powered anomaly detection to counter sophisticated, automated attacks. News stories [Successive Information Leaks at Japanese Companies [AI Attacks and Defense]](https://note.com/aii_endo/n/ndd0c841f55fe?hl=en) — note This AI Tool Stole 68,000 Identities: Are Your Cyber Defense Strategies Ready? — The Tech Edvocate ELECTION 2026: Natalie Ogilvie — Anne Arundel County Council District 5 — Eye On Annapolis The trillion-dollar AI bet needs a security strategy — ITWeb Want to Compete for Defense Work? Don’t Wait on CMMC. — Hartford Business Journal Microsoft October Patch Tuesday Reveals 1,413 Vulnerabilities — iTWire Sources Microsoft October Patch Tuesday Reveals 1,413 Vulnerabilities | iTWire — Itwire Want to Compete for Defense Work? Don’t Wait on CMMC. — Hartford Business Journal [Successive Information Leaks at Japanese Companies [AI Attacks and Defense]｜遠藤皇士/AI INNOVATION代表取締役CEO兼CAIO](https://note.com/aii_endo/n/ndd0c841f55fe?hl=en) — Note（ノート） This AI Tool Stole 68,000 Identities: Are Your Cyber Defense Strategies Ready? — The Tech Edvocate Microsoft October 2026 Patch Tuesday fixes 1,411 flaws, 3 zero-days — BleepingComputer Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification — Chief Information Officer Agentic Security- Emerging Threats, Mitigations and Challenges Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification - Wikipedia — Wikimedia Foundation, Inc. Music credits Music: "Werq" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) (CC BY 4.0, https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) --- Voices in this episode were generated with AI text-to-speech from the hosts' script. Research and drafting for this episode were assisted by AI tools. All content was reviewed and fact-checked by the host. Views expressed are my own and do not represent my employer.
Oct 13 · Video

Daily Tech Insights — Oct 13, 2026

We investigate unconfirmed Windows 11 support rumors, the Daiichi Kosho supply chain breach, FBI ransomware tactics, and why identity management is your last line of defense. Full credits and links in the show notes. Daily Tech Insights — Oct 13, 2026 We clarify that Windows 11 24H2 support has not ended today despite online rumors, while detailing the Daiichi Kosho supply chain breach affecting 8.7 million users. The episode also examines how identity and access management serves as the foundation for cyber resilience and reviews ongoing FBI efforts against ransomware intermediaries. In this episode Windows 11 24H2 Home and Pro editions remain supported; reports of an immediate end-of-life are unconfirmed rumors, though IT teams should monitor Microsoft's official lifecycle dates. Daiichi Kosho disclosed a breach where malware on a third-party vendor’s laptop exposed personal data for 8.72 million users, highlighting critical supply chain risks. Experts argue that robust identity and access management is essential for recovery, citing Maersk’s 2017 NotPetya response as a model for rebuilding identity infrastructure. The FBI continues to target ransomware negotiators and brokers, signaling a shift in law enforcement strategy against cybercrime intermediaries. SMBs are advised to audit vendor risk contracts, enable multi-factor authentication on all accounts, and update security awareness training to address modern phishing tactics. News stories [FBI Arrest Ties Ransomware Negotiator to Its Own Hack [2026]](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiggFBVV95cUxNTXh1RnBnWURBQ1lXX2YtVHFxQUptZnh4Q1o4ZnFOUER2NjRFWnZJNzBDQUs3S0QzdVViWGVDQmZkNzJ4MzdlLTZlMlZmbDZHeFllTDJHaWtENUt5RnJ4XzlHX21JSGY4dktCX3RqMUpyeUxIYWc2WHpBRjEwalhTRDJ3?oc=5) — shattered.io Cybersecurity Awareness: 4 Habits to Prevent Online Fraud — IT Voice Media Passing the Baton: Dark Reading Names New Editor-in-Chief — Dark Reading No Identity, No Recovery: Cyber Resilience Starts With IAM — Dark Reading [Daiichi Kosho Data Breach: 8.7M Users Exposed [2026]](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMibEFVX3lxTE5SNThHeFNiRk1IbXZyRmlOUWlzNUhwOExMYlowWXBIUmdjcGdONURwU3d0TkxJZnhxRHY4V3NsbUdCWGowQWtYQmhEUE9oU1dnNDRGQlo0S1JvelVkT2dELW00eGVvVllCandZZQ?oc=5) — shattered.io Windows 11 24H2 Home and Pro lose support today — Neowin Sources [Daiichi Kosho Data Breach: 8.7M Users Exposed [2026]](https://shattered.io/daiichi-kosho-karaoke-data-breach-2026/) — shattered.io Windows 11 - Wikipedia — Wikimedia Foundation, Inc. Music credits Music: "Werq" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) (CC BY 4.0, https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) --- Voices in this episode were generated with AI text-to-speech from the hosts' script. Research and drafting for this episode were assisted by AI tools. All content was reviewed and fact-checked by the host. Views expressed are my own and do not represent my employer.

A podcast exploring the latest in computers, networking, home automation, mobile computing and all things technology related. Our hosts will take a deeper dive into the latest and greatest in tech trends, and give you the information you need to enable your tech centric world.

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