Where timely and relevant security meets puns and witty banter. Our goal is to keep defenders apprised of pertinent news and trends in under forty-five minutes.
Spring Cleaning Your Digital Life: APT Threats, Third-Party Breaches, and Chat Risks
In this episode of Breaking Badness, we dive into the cybersecurity headlines making waves in 2025. We discuss the U.S. Treasury breach, allegedly orchestrated by Chinese hackers using third-party access. Learn about how lingering chat histories can expose sensitive data and the importance of digital spring cleaning.
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Tanya Janca on Secure Coding, AppSec, and Breaking Barriers in Cybersecurity
In this episode of Breaking Badness, we sit down with Tanya Janca, aka SheHacksPurple, a cybersecurity educator, and author of the best-selling book Alice and Bob Learn Application Security. Tanya shares her journey from software developer to AppSec expert, dives into the unique challenges of teaching secure coding, and discusses the impact of cybersecurity breaches on industries and individuals.
From her creative teaching methods to her advocacy for change in university curriculums, Tanya offers insights that resonate with developers, educators, and security professionals alike.
Discover how Tanya is paving the way for accessible AppSec education, the role of AI in secure coding, and her mission to teach security as a fundamental skill for every developer.
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Cybersecurity Tales: Espionage, Ransomware, and the Stories Behind the Threats
Welcome to this special episode of the Breaking Badness Cybersecurity Podcast! We’re turning the spotlight on the books that have shaped the world of cybersecurity and inspired professionals in the field. As part of our ongoing book club series, this episode is a journey into storytelling, research, and the unique perspectives that make cybersecurity literature so compelling. From Ransomware Diaries to the geopolitics of cyber warfare, this discussion is packed with insights and actionable takeaways for anyone working in Infosec.
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Top Cyber Moments of 2024: Hoodies, Goodies, and Hilarious Puns
In this special episode of Breaking Badness, we wrap up 2024 with a countdown of the top episodes, puns, and cybersecurity moments that defined the year. From the hoodiest hacks to the goodiest wins, Kali, Tim, and Taylor reflect on critical insights, industry-changing events, and listener favorites.
Tune in for discussions about evolving OT security, DNS mishaps, ransomware trends, and expert predictions for 2025. Featuring special moments like our Hacker Summer Camp interviews and top cybersecurity guests, this episode is both insightful and entertaining.
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2025 Cybersecurity Predictions: AI, Ransomware, and Quantum Threats
In this special 2025 Predictions episode of Breaking Badness, host Kali Fencl joins cybersecurity experts Sean McNee, Tim Helming, and Daniel Schwalbe to discuss the future of cyber threats and defense. From ransomware evolution and AI-powered attacks to quantum computing and “synthetic identity fraud,” the group compares their insights with predictions generated by leading AI platforms like ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot, and Meta AI.
Will 2025 be the year of AI-compromised models or industrial control system hacks? Are biometric security risks on the rise, and what’s next for ransomware gangs? Tune in for insights, banter, and some predictions you’ll want to track!
Where timely and relevant security meets puns and witty banter. Our goal is to keep defenders apprised of pertinent news and trends in under forty-five minutes.
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