
About this episode
Get ready for a wild ride in this week's podcast episode, where we dive into the latest security shenanigans!
- Default Credentials Gone Wild: We'll kick things off with a look at how default credential scanners are like that friend who shows up to the party but never brings snacks. They're everywhere, but good luck finding one that actually works!
- Critical Vulnerabilities in Tank Gauges: Next, we'll discuss how automated tank gauges are now the new playground for hackers. With vulnerabilities that could lead to environmental disasters, it's like giving a toddler a box of matches—what could possibly go wrong?
- Cisco Routers: The Forgotten Gear: Cisco's small business routers are like that old car in your driveway—still running but definitely not roadworthy. We'll explore why you should check your network before it becomes a digital junkyard.
- Firmware Updates: A Love Story: Richard Hughes has dropped some juicy updates on fwupd 2.0.0, making firmware updates as easy as ordering takeout. But let's be real, how many of us actually do it?
- Stealthy Linux Malware: We'll also uncover Perfctl, the stealthy malware that's been creeping around Linux systems since 2021. It's like that one relative who overstays their welcome—hard to get rid of and always looking to borrow money!
- PrintNightmare Continues: And yes, the PrintNightmare saga is still haunting Windows users. It's like a horror movie that just won't end—grab your popcorn!
- Cyber Shenanigans at Comcast and Truist: We'll wrap up with a juicy breach involving Comcast and Truist Bank that compromised data for millions. Spoiler alert: they didn't have a great plan for cleaning up the mess.
Tune in for all this and more as we navigate the wild world of security news with a wink and a nudge!
Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/psw-846
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