Darnley's Cyber Café
158 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago -Embark on a journey with us as we explore the realms of cybersecurity, IT security, business, news, technology, and the interconnected global geopolitical landscape. Tune in, unwind with your preferred cup of java (not script), and engage in thought-provoking discussions that delve into the dynamic evolution of the world around us.
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Renewable Energy Creating Cyber Risks
January 21, 2022 09:00 - 11 minutes - 8.02 MBAs we move towards a greener future, we may meet our demise anyway. Cyber criminals love to attack critical infrastructure and we are about to hand them the silver platter. In this episode, Darnley discusses the main issues of green energy and why current technologies are antiquated and outdated. Should we wait until people get hurt or killed before we rethink our posture or should we do something about it today? Listen to more here Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe...
Why You Can't Trust Public Cloud
January 19, 2022 09:00 - 12 minutes - 8.34 MBDo you store everything in the cloud? Is your entire business in the cloud? Do you trust Amazon/Google/Microsoft anymore? In this episode, Darnley discusses the next wave of vulnerabilities that makes you second guess the merit of relying on the public cloud for your protection. Amazon Web Services (AWS) was found to have a massive vulnerability that Microsoft made in the not too distant past. Listen here for more. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed ...
Cybersecurity In Space - Hacked Satellites
January 11, 2022 08:00 - 9 minutes - 6.64 MBThe space race 2.0 is happening right now, how long until we hear about a satellite being hacked in space? Would this be a page out of SkyNet's handbook? We have entered a new era of space exploration, corporations are leading the race to make us multi-planetary along with the technology required to make that happen. In 2022, will we now hear about a hacked satellite? Listen to more in this episode Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest de...
Google Attacked By Lawyers And Hackers
January 07, 2022 08:00 - 13 minutes - 9.48 MBGoogle Alphabet is fined from French privacy watchdog CNIL Hackers actively exploit Google Docs that could affect millions. Are these signs of companies not taking privacy seriously or should there be bigger changes for these tech giants? Find out more here Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Downsize Your Digital Weight For 2022
January 04, 2022 14:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBDo you feel FAT32? Do you have excess digital fat around your life? It is 2022 and it is time to lose some of that weight, learn 5 different ways to reduce your digital fat while feeling better about yourself in the future. Darnley discusses how data is collected, and what you can do about it. It is never too late to have a new years resolution. Brokers Discussed In Podcast: Acxiom, Equifax, Expridan, Oracle, Epsilon Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay info...
Cybersecurity Year In Review 2021
December 29, 2021 09:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MB2021 in Cyber Security was quite a ride. From all sorts of attacks, vulnerabilities, ransomware, threat actors, pipeline shut down, water treatments plant attack, Zero day attack, and remote work. This episode is a review in the past year of some notable attacks that happened in the security landscape. Darnley explains why he is not looking forward to 2022 as this could be the year of human fatalities due to these cyber attacks. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and...
Sex Robots and Cyber Security?
December 22, 2021 09:00 - 10 minutes - 7.55 MBWhen do sex robots become a podcast? With the Covid-19 pandemic, the increased demand of intimacy during lockdowns became better known and the industry provides. Will these sex dolls become another Amazon Alexa, Cortana, or Google Home? Listen to this podcast for more. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Protect Your Business and Data During The Holiday Season
December 21, 2021 09:00 - 11 minutes - 7.83 MBWhat happened to Darnley? Why The Grinch Stole Your Data? As we enter the Holiday season full swing, cyber criminals are quick at trying to make your holidays as uncomfortable as possible. With the explosive online sales this year, one of your employees are bound to mess up. Learn how to protect your organization from those digital grinches this holiday season. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digit...
Amazon Web Services Outage
December 10, 2021 16:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBOn December 7, Amazon Web Services went down affecting thousands of businesses and people who were unable to use some services. Amazon prime delivery services were delayed and videos were not able to stream. How will humanity venture further into digital bliss without high speed access?
Amazon Web Services Outage
December 10, 2021 16:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBOn December 7, Amazon Web Services went down affecting thousands of businesses and people who were unable to use some services. Amazon prime delivery services were delayed and videos were not able to stream. How will humanity venture further into digital bliss without high speed access? Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Parenting In Today's Digital Age
December 07, 2021 09:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBAre you those parents who share everything on social media? Are you aware you are hurting your children by simply posting innocent photos on Instagram or Facebook? In this episode, we discuss the problems with being too personal with your children on social media and the harm you are truly causing your child without you realizing it. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Canadian Teen Arrested in $36.5M Crypto Theft
December 02, 2021 09:00 - 9 minutes - 6.64 MBWho said Canadian's were nice? Recent news have exposed a Canadian Teenager who stole about $36.5 million of cryptocurrency - one the largest in human history. The grinch has been caught, but is that good enough? Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Starlink and Google To Join Forces
November 30, 2021 16:00 - 13 minutes - 9.09 MBElon Musk's Starlink and Google cloud are joining forces to provide Starlink internet users faster internet speeds, greater connectivity along with low latency. Is this the partnership that everyone wants for the future of the internet? Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
GoDaddy Hack Exposes Millions Of Accounts
November 25, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBThe world largest domain registrar was attacked with over 1 Million accounts stolen affecting roughly 20 million Go Daddy users. Listen to this episode to learn ways to protect your credentials from cyber criminals. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Meta Haptic Glove To Revolutionize The Metaverse
November 23, 2021 11:00 - 11 minutes - 8.21 MBIs the future finally here? Does anyone remember the Nintendo Power Glove? In this episode, Darnley reveals the prototype Meta (Facebook) is currently designing for the metaverse. This haptic glove will define the way we live and work once it hits mass market. Listen to more here Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
10 Ways To Combat Ransomware
November 18, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22 MBDon't you just love the sweet smell of ransomware in the morning? The onslaught of ransomware still affects millions of people daily, cyber criminals are being paid to continue their attacks against you. Do you even know how to be cyber resilient? In this podcast, Darnley discusses 10 ways to protect your business against ransomware malware today. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
iPhone vs. Android: Which Is More Secure?
November 16, 2021 11:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBThe battle between Apple vs. Everyone has been a battle fought with Steve Jobs. Is Apple iPhone really better or is it just some classy fashion statement? Does the FBI dislike them even more? Listen more here on this podcast to see if Android or Apple is the better mobile operating system Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Hackers Can Steal Your Two Factor Authentication
November 12, 2021 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBTwo Factor Authentication or One Time Password (2FA / OTP) are authentication methods that are still used by many. In this episode, Darnley discusses the difference between 2FA and MFA, why 2FA is broken and what ideal situation you should be in. It's time to evolve beyond 2FA in 2021. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Disadvantages and Risk With The Cloud
November 09, 2021 11:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBHave you ever wondered about the cloud? Have you even imagined it? In this episode. Darnley discusses what the cloud really is and why they are prone to cyber attacks today. Why the supply chain is important along with layers of protection that ensures your privacy today. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Is The Metaverse The Next Frontier?
November 04, 2021 11:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBWith the recent Facebook/ Meta announcement, human existence as we know it is going to change. In this podcast, Darnley will talk about the new digital world that we will soon be subject to - bad or good. Is this Metaverse be met with optimism or pessimism? Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Is The Metaverse The Next Frontier?
November 04, 2021 11:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBWith the recent Facebook/ Meta announcement, human existence as we know it is going to change. In this podcast, Darnley will talk about the new digital world that we will soon be subject to - bad or good. Is this Metaverse be met with optimism or pessimism?
Cybersecurity And The UFO Phenomenon
October 28, 2021 13:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBHave you ever looked up at the night sky and wonder about all the hacking that has gone on in our world? I do, but I also think about those media worthy hacks over the last 20 years that has disclosed some interesting clues that maybe we are not alone. You may consider this podcast an X-File, but I talk about some notable hacks that has shaken up the UFO community at large. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-e...
Google Keyword Warrants
October 21, 2021 13:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBHow would you feel if your law enforcement agency acquired all of your search history? How would you feel if they already had it? Discussion over the US government ordering of data theft by stealing your search terms. How far is too far when it comes to your online privacy? Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Cybersecurity Month
October 19, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBOctober is Cybersecurity Month, do you know where your data is? In this podcast, there are no ghosts, only education on how to protect you, your data and your privacy while surfing on the information super highway. This is the month of digital and security reflection for ourselves and our business. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Solar Storms and The End Of The Internet
October 14, 2021 11:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBDon't you love seeing the northern lights? Is it not a sight of beauty? Behind that wall of green lights there is a monster lurking behind it to end the very thing we love - the internet. In this podcast, Darnley discusses what a solar storm is, which country is most affected and how to mitigate the problem. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Windows 11 - Security By Default?
October 11, 2021 11:00 - 11 minutes - 8.11 MBTa-da! Windows released a new operating system - Windows 11. What does this mean for cybersecurity? Are they going to pull this off or royally get attacked? Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Darnley's Cyber Cafe Introduction
October 05, 2021 14:00 - 50 seconds - 634 KBFrom the podcast of Darn IT Podcast, Episode 4 - Darnley's Cyber Cafe. Join Darnley in the adventures of Cybersecurity, Business, IT, and news. Weekly podcasts will bring bold, smooth, easy to digest content for all to enjoy. It is not 1999, technology constantly changes for the better or worse. Darnley will sail you through the sea of cyber tranquility - grab your java, sit back and enjoy Support the show (https://www.paypal.com/biz/fund?id=DE9JJEXYBZVQA)
The Day Facebook Stood Still
October 05, 2021 14:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB"It was October 4th 2021, I was trying to talk to my sweetheart. Then the unbelievable happened, Facebook was gone, vanished. For a second I thought the world ended, but I chuckled at myself and realized what happened"... Listen in to our brand new Podcast - Darnley's Cyber Cafe. Enjoy your cup of java Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Security Pro's False Sense Of Security
June 15, 2021 16:00 - 11 minutes - 7.87 MBWhat is a false sense of security? Have you ever made an assumption which turned out being incorrect? In this episode, Darnley discusses the fundamentals of human ignorance, why industrial disasters equate to cybersecurity screw-ups, and how to avoid a cyber explosion. IT and Cybersecurity professionals are not perfect, and usually that ignorance leads to the amount of breaches experienced today. Listen to more here Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay inform...
Why All The Email Threats?
May 25, 2021 18:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBWe all have a common enemy - hackers. They are attempting to steal our data everyday by attacking our email systems. In this episode, Darnley gives you all the goods in protecting and hardening your email. By utilizing truth, industry advice, along with 10 tips to protect yourself from being hacked. Email is not secure, learn how to protect yourself in this podcast. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolvin...
Is Password-less Near Our Future?
May 18, 2021 11:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBWe live in a world where we reuse passwords - and cybercriminals love it when we reuse our passwords! Is password-less logins near the horizon? In this podcast, Darnley discusses why passwords are in a love hate relationship with security pros, World Password Day, The password-less future, and how remote working has changed the cybersecurity game. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Don't Let Hackers Take Your DNS Down
May 11, 2021 11:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBDo you sometimes feel the end is nigh? Perhaps your DNS provider thinks so. In this episode, Darnley discusses what a DNS is, how can it impact your revenue generation operations. What is DNS redundancy and why is the porn industry involved? Listen here Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Why I Hate Cybersecurity
May 07, 2021 15:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBWhy hate on cybersecurity? In this special edition podcast, Darnley explains some frustration over cybersecurity and dealing with people who do not completely understand the concepts. A message to anyone who is looking at entering the cybersecurity field, consider the following. Don't forget that within this frustration, there is lots of lovs. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Is Signal Safe?
May 04, 2021 14:00 - 14 minutes - 9.76 MBThe mass exodus from WhatsApp to Signal stirred some major questions: Is Signal any safer? Could signal get breached? Why are famous people advocating using this app? Find out in this episode. Oh, and Lucifer makes a guest appearance... Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Sekur The Swiss Secure Platform
April 02, 2021 11:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBAre you a business/organization/individual who is concerned of your online privacy? Do you know there's another alternative for you online communications? In this episode, Darnley discussed about a Swiss made application called Sekur. Sekur is launching in North America this year and gives everyone the ability to protect their online data while maintaining control which is unheard of in todays technological landscape. For more details, visit: www.sekur.com Support the Show. Subscribe no...
The Solarwinds Blame Game
March 31, 2021 14:00 - 10 minutes - 6.98 MBIn the aftermath of the SolarWinds breach, comes the scapegoat. In this episode, Darnley discusses his distain of the ex-CEO of Solarwinds (Now rebranded N-Able), and his inability to concede fault in the downfall of Solarwinds cybersecurity is an example for all leaders to take ownership of their organizations. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
It’s Not Always About The Sophisticated Cyber Attacks
March 19, 2021 12:00 - 8 minutes - 5.9 MBAre you under information over load? Do you feel your organization will not keep up with all these cyber attacks? In this episode, Darnley explains the importance of keeping a grassroots approach while considering your businesses best interests in hand. Want to see the video podcast, visit Darn IT Podcast on YouTube! Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
It’s Not Always About The Sophisticated Cyber Attacks
March 19, 2021 12:00 - 8 minutes - 5.9 MBAre you under information over load? Do you feel your organization will not keep up with all these cyber attacks? In this episode, Darnley explains the importance of keeping a grassroots approach while considering your businesses best interests in hand. Want to see the video podcast, visit Darn IT Podcast on YouTube!
Why You Should Care About Data Privacy Even If You Have Nothing To Hide
February 19, 2021 16:00 - 13 minutes - 9.25 MBYou may know that your data is used against you, but do you know to what extent? Living in 2021 may seem like a pipe dream from 100 years ago, but to what cost to our privacy? In this episode, Darnley discusses the different between Privacy vs. Secrecy, why you close the door when you go to the toilet, and why privacy is a human right. Tune in to the thought provoking podcast. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-...
Having A Smarter Cybersecurity Mindset
February 04, 2021 16:00 - 12 minutes - 8.99 MBDo you have preconceived notions of cybersecurity? Do you think a technical problem requires a technical solution? Did you know that majority of cyberattacks are caused by human error? In this podcast, Darnley discusses the fundamentals of why cybersecurity needs to be managed, not only for the CISO. It takes a village to build a proper cybersecurity ecosystem. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital...
Human Resources Is Crucial To Building Cybersecurity Culture
January 26, 2021 12:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBOrganizations across the globe are facing a common enemy, and it is time for the Human Resources (HR) department to take a stand. In this episode, Darnley explains the role that HR plays with cybersecurity, being the organization's police officers, enforcing awareness and progress throughout an organization. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Cybersecurity Is Your Job Too
January 15, 2021 12:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBThe majority of employees feel cybersecurity is not their job, not their problem, nor their responsibility. I'm here to tell you that you are wrong. In 2021, today's cybersecurity responsibilities lay on all of our hands. IT/security departments alike are drowning in various responsibilities, ignorance is one of them. In this podcast, Darnley will discuss why human error is one of the most common root causes of data breaches, how to build a 5-way cyber-secure work environment culture, what...
Cybersecurity Year 2020 In Review
January 07, 2021 18:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBWow, what a year. 2020 is a year for the history books. What did it mean for cybersecurity? In this podcast, Darnley discusses the year of the Corona Virus and its effect on the world and our cybersecurity world. Discussion over recent Solarwinds attack, Twitter, and Zoom attacks that made headlines over 2020. What lies ahead for us in 2021? Listen to predictions here. [New for 2021: Look for the video podcast on you YouTube, stay tuned!] Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's C...
When Does A Cyber Attack Become An Act Of War?
November 05, 2020 14:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBWhen cybercriminals attack a government institution, our response should launch a swift nuclear attack against the offending nation...right? In this episode, Darnley explains the act of war mindset in cyberspace. What constitutes that type of response, why we need to take care of our assumption of these attacks all the while looking at ourselves. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Why Spending More Time Online Will Get You Phished
October 28, 2020 15:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBIn this episode, Darnley discusses the surge of technology and online use since March 2020. The increased expenditures on technology have equated to more people using technology and spending time online - which creates a bigger gold mine for cybercriminals. Learn why the "new normal" makes it easier for hackers to infiltrate your network to cause chaos. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landsca...
The Client From Hell - Special Edition Podcast
October 22, 2020 12:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBCasting from the deep depths of Halloween, this is the client from hell! In this special episode, Darnley talks about his run-in with a very interesting ex-client who took the team through some technological and psychological nightmares. He will discuss what not to do when taking over an account that is undergoing a cybersecurity incident, what not to do during an event. Halloween Special Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest development...
Tips To Prepare For The Future Of Cloud Network Security
October 08, 2020 12:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBDid you know the demand for cloud security applications has increased since the beginning of the work from home narratives? In this episode, Darnley discusses the importance of cloud transition, the risk associated, and 8 tips to prepare for a cloud security model for various kinds of businesses. The jump to the cloud has become more cultural than technological. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digit...
Why You Don't Need A Firewall
September 22, 2020 12:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBAre you a believer that by installing a firewall you are fully protected? In this episode. Darnley discusses why only thinking about your perimeter device can lead to your demise via other threat landscapes. Darnley also discusses 8 reasons why the firewall will end up failing you. Do you feel that the cybercriminals are going to after your businesses crown jewels? Listen more to this latest episode. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest ...
Why Banks Don't Adopt Strong Security Practices
September 15, 2020 12:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBYes, you read it right. In this episode, Darnley discusses his frustrations on why banks in North America are not adopting strong security practices, how a Canadian bank failed him in the past, and why after 35 years of electronic communication they still can't get it right. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Cyber Sovereignty And You
September 08, 2020 12:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBDo you remember a time where net neutrality hit headlines? Do you remember when cyber sovereignty hit the news? We don't. In this episode, Darnley discusses what is Cyber Sovereignty and how it affects the overall cybersecurity posture for countries around the world. From the Great Firewall of China to the fall of Nortel, he discusses the importance of this and why it can and may become a problem for our first conceived information superhighway that finally has borders. Support the Show. ...