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Join us as we continue our series on developing careers in InfoSec. In this episode, we talk about a unique opportunity for students at Bedford High School in Ohio, a school that is near and dear to TrustedSec Founder and CEO David Kennedy. We chat with Dave about the cybersecurity education program that was launched recently with help from long-time Bedford teacher Darren Pocek and others. Listen to learn how this program was created and how it helps prepare students for careers in cybersecurity. 

Security Noise starts a multi episode look at how to start or grow a career in infoSec. We begin by talking with Senior Security Consultant Kelsey Segrue and Security Consultant Olivia Cate who took what might be considered the traditional route. They share their stories and offer some insights into how to maximize the advantage of similar opportunities.
About this podcast Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation about the security topics that interest them the most. Hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter. Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

On this episode of Security Noise, we are revisiting the topic of open-source intelligence (OSINT) in the wake of the theories spurred by the Royal Family's social media photo that was quickly flagged as being altered. Along with guests, Senior Security Consultants Joe Sullivan and David Boyd, we delve into various theories surrounding the Princess of Wales' controversial Mother's Day photo and the media's subsequential reaction.
Methods for spotting fake images, such as reverse image searches and metadata analysis, are discussed, highlighting the importance of scrutinizing visual content in today's digital age. Additionally, tools like AIornot.com and insights into Twitter/X's handling of metadata add depth to the discussion.

Overall, the episode sheds light on the complexities of image authenticity in the era of digital manipulation and emphasizes the need for critical thinking when consuming visual media. 
Security Noise is hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter.
Links:
https://fotoforensics.com
https://www.aiornot.com/
https://www.getghiro.org/
https://www.suncalc.org

It's Leak Week for this episode of Security Noise! Geoff and Skyler chat with Security Consultant Whitney Phillips and Senior Security Consultant Kurt Muhl about a number of recent privacy pitfalls including destructive ransomware groups such as LockBit, leaked government emails, and other data and privacy mishaps. 
References:
https://krebsonsecurity.com/2024/02/u-s-internet-leaked-years-of-internal-customer-emails/ https://krebsonsecurity.com/2024/02/feds-seize-lockbit-ransomware-websites-offer-decryption-tools-troll-affiliates/  Security Noise, a TrustedSec podcast, is hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter in conversation with cybersecurity experts discussing the security topics that interest them the most.

Skyler and Geoff chat with Senior Security Consultant Joe Sullivan about using open-source intelligence (OSINT) for gathering ideas and information. We discuss some of the ethical questions about what you can do with what you learn. 

Geoff and Skyler talk to Incident Response Practice Lead Tyler Hudak about when you need an IR plan, what kind of relationships you should have with your IR vendor, and what things to know before perusing an IR retainer. The conversation looks at the needs for businesses of various sizes, proposes some self-assessment questions, and concludes with some war stories!