EP 18: Protecting Your Money from Cybercriminals

EP 18: Protecting Your Money from Cybercriminals

In Episode 18 of the Cybersecured Podcast, recorded from the Hawaii News Now studio, Attila and Matt reflect on the importance of adaptability in an era shaped by cybercrime, misinformation, and AI, using the story of a misattributed Darwin quote to emphasize healthy skepticism. The episode features a special segment from the “Covering the Cost” podcast, where Attila and Matt break down the rapid rise of cybercrime in Hawaii, the organized ecosystem behind modern scams, and real-life examples involving fake Apple support calls, delivery scams, and crypto ATM fraud. Their core message for 2026 is that awareness, slowing down in moments of panic, and independently verifying information are critical habits for protecting your money and digital life.

EP 17: 2026 Cybersecurity Survival Guide Pt 1

Attila and Matt kick off 2026 by focusing on what actually prevents breaches beyond compliance, introducing their IT Survival Test and highlighting deny-by-default application control and browser extensions as major, often overlooked risks. They close by previewing VPNs as a common entry point for real-world attacks in the next episode.

EP 16: The Anatomy of Ransomware

In this episode of the Cyber Secured Podcast, Matt and Attila break down the anatomy of ransomware, explaining how attacks unfold, why ransom demands vary, and how modern ransomware operates as a full business ecosystem with double and triple extortion. They emphasize that human panic is the primary entry point for attacks and that strong detection, rapid response, and resilience plans matter more than trying to turn every employee into a cybersecurity expert.

EP 15: Unstoppable Car Hack (almost)

In this episode of the Cyber Secured Podcast, Matt and Attila expose shocking vulnerabilities in modern vehicles exploited through the CAN bus system, revealing how criminals can silently steal high-end cars in under a minute. They also dive into the rising sophistication of AI-driven cyber threats, from phishing to remote code execution, and emphasize the urgent need for resilience, fundamentals, and proactive defense in today’s evolving threat landscape.

EP 14: DEF CON Pt 2

In Episode 14 of the Cyber Secured Podcast, Matt and Attila reflect on their first DEF CON experience, highlighting its unique hacker culture and encounters with figures like Jack Rhysider. They explore key security concerns including browser extension vulnerabilities compromising passkeys and risky Microsoft 365 configurations. Their main takeaway: no system is fully secure, so preparation and proactive response planning are critical for navigating today’s evolving threat landscape.