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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5 Things You Should Know Before Taking That DNA Test
August 31, 2020 12:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBHave you ever considered taking a DNA test to find your ethnicity and genealogy? Have you taken one already? In this episode, Darnley discusses the considerations before taking a DNA test - how does this affect your privacy? How to consider these 10 years in the future? Listen to this podcast to hear some pointers on why you need to evaluate your privacy BEFORE disclosing your genetic identity to the internet. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on th...
The Russians Attacked Me & How To Protect Yourself
August 25, 2020 13:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBHave you ever been attacked, digitally? In this episode, Darnley shares his personal story of being attacked by Russian hackers recently and discusses ways you can protect yourself in this digital turbulence. Even people within the cybersecurity industry are not immune to attacks, learn 10 ways to protect yourself. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
How To Recover From Ransomware
August 18, 2020 13:00 - 28 minutes - 20 MBRansomware, the buzzword of the cybersecurity industry. Should you still be concerned or do you think it's just a lie today? In this episode, Darnley discusses the motivators of cyber criminals in their journey to exploit you from your data. Why these attacks are increasing in 2020, and the guidelines you must follow to protect your business. He also discusses on the best practices, features, and solutions to best equip to thwart attacks along with some real-life stories. Support the Show...
Why Your Ego Will Harm Your Business
August 10, 2020 12:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBAre you in a position of power or authority? Do you honestly understand that your ego may cause a breach within your organization? In this episode, Darnley discusses the importance of considering that your ego may be hindering your perspective of your cybersecurity posture, the three knowns, and why ego is thy enemy. A must-listen podcast to really put things into perspective for you and your organization. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the ...
Your Digital Assistant Is A Spy
August 06, 2020 12:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBDo you have a feeling you're being spied on? Does Amazon Alexa ignore you some days, and is attentive on other days? Is Google Assistant not really being helpful? Who handles all your information anyway? In this episode of Darn IT Group, Darnley explains how it is to live with a digital assistant, questioning paranoia, and the best steps in dealing with it. He also covers how you can delete voice data to protect your privacy and how work from home users should handle privacy concerns. Su...
Off The Record - Special Edition Podcast
July 29, 2020 11:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBCasting from the Dark Web, it's off the record with Darnley G. A raw podcast where you sit down with the CEO and discuss all things cybersecurity. This special edition podcast is a free-form unscripted show dedicated in talking about anything. Listen to this episode for cybersecurity fatigue, reducing cybersecurity budgets, and much more! Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Off The Record - Special Edition Podcast
July 29, 2020 11:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBCasting from the Dark Web, it's off the record with Darnley G. A raw podcast where you sit down with the CEO and discuss all things cybersecurity. This special edition podcast is a free-form unscripted show dedicated in talking about anything. Listen to this episode for cybersecurity fatigue, reducing cybersecurity budgets, and much more!
What Is Zero Trust?
July 23, 2020 13:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBEver wondered what is is? Do you feel like a bunch of professionals are just super paranoid? In this episode, Darnley explains what Zero Trust is, why it is important, and five ways to consider when implementing zero-trust models. Strive for the importance in securing your network infrastructure without the worries of users or computers falling through the cracks. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving dig...
TikTok Fame and Failure
July 14, 2020 14:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBWith a growing user base with Tik Tok, greater alarm bells are being sounded as the majority of users are forgetting that this application is built inside China, which means a communist country has the ability to intercept and use the data. In this episode, Darnley will speak about his personal opinion about Tik Tok, the issues faced when using the application and how to best deal with this application on a security standpoint. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and ...
Windows 7 and Software Mitigations
June 30, 2020 14:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MBLet's be honest with each other, there is a large majority of users & businesses still using running Windows 7. Some may be using this unsupported operating system due to budget constraints or due to running legacy software. In this episode, Darnley discusses the benefits of upgrading to Windows 10, but also to those who cannot upgrade at the time, how to mitigate some cyber threats. These mitigations can apply for both Windows and other legacy software systems.
Windows 7 and Software Mitigations
June 30, 2020 14:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MBLet's be honest with each other, there is a large majority of users & businesses still using running Windows 7. Some may be using this unsupported operating system due to budget constraints or due to running legacy software. In this episode, Darnley discusses the benefits of upgrading to Windows 10, but also to those who cannot upgrade at the time, how to mitigate some cyber threats. These mitigations can apply for both Windows and other legacy software systems. Support the Show. Subscr...
Cybersecurity Concerns During A Pandemic
June 03, 2020 18:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBIt is always on the news and we are living it every day. This pandemic has brought a shift in cybersecurity awareness when it comes to running a business with a 100% remote workforce. Which topics should you be concerned about today? In this episode, Darnley discusses 5 cybersecurity concerns organizations should take note of while operating during these difficult times. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evo...
Cybersecurity Concerns During A Pandemic
June 03, 2020 18:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBIt is always on the news and we are living it every day. This pandemic has brought a shift in cybersecurity awareness when it comes to running a business with a 100% remote workforce. Which topics should you be concerned about today? In this episode, Darnley discusses 5 cybersecurity concerns organizations should take note of while operating during these difficult times.
Top 3 Cybersecurity Myths
May 26, 2020 12:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBDo you believe cybersecurity is someone else's problem? In this episode, Darnley debunks the top 3 cybersecurity myths that have been plaguing the landscape for many years. Learn why proper cyber awareness is key in protecting any sized organization against cybercrime. Prepare to get your myths busted. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Top 3 Cybersecurity Myths
May 26, 2020 12:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBDo you believe cybersecurity is someone else's problem? In this episode, Darnley debunks the top 3 cybersecurity myths that have been plaguing the landscape for many years. Learn why proper cyber awareness is key in protecting any sized organization against cybercrime. Prepare to get your myths busted.
Reducing Insider Threats
May 19, 2020 12:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MBWhat are insider threats? Do you feel that most of your workforce is out to get you? In this episode of Darn IT Group, Darnley discusses the fundamentals of insider threats, how it can affect your business, and ways you can reduce your risk of them. There may or may not be a bad apple working within your organization - find out what you need to do today! Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital lands...
Ultrasonic Browser Privacy Nightmare
May 13, 2020 12:00 - 13 minutes - 9.36 MBAre ultrasounds tracking your every moment? Listen to this week's podcast to understand the risks that you may already be exposed to and the potential this methodology has for cybercriminals and privacy invaders who want to get their hands on. Even air-gapped systems are not immune to these growing threats. 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 Got Into Cybersecurity
May 12, 2020 17:00 - 12 minutes - 8.6 MBWho is Darnley? Why is he leading these podcasts? In this episode, Darnley explains why he got into cybersecurity/IT at the start which evolved him into creating Darn IT Group. Hear about his previous experiences and the specific date that he started the march into cyber awareness for small to medium businesses. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Hardware Authentication Is The Future
May 05, 2020 13:00 - 12 minutes - 8.48 MBHave you ever wondered how you can give your technologies extra cybersecurity? Hardware keys are your answer. In this episode, Darnley discusses what hardware authentication is all about, why you need it, and the dangers of traditional authentication methods. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
We Know You Watch Porn
May 01, 2020 12:00 - 12 minutes - 8.31 MBIn this episode, Darnley discusses the email campaigns that have been exploiting us over the last five months. Cybercriminals are profiting this simple fraud scheme via smoke and mirrors. Before you fall, victim, listen to this episode to clear the air - and your mindset. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Clickless Threat Actors & What To Do After Being Phished
April 28, 2020 13:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBWe all know/understand that most of us do not have a prince in some foreign country. We also know that bad English is another obvious sign. Cyber criminals are now using new methods such as clickless attacks to compromise our technology and will continue to evolve in time. We discuss the current zero-day against Apple devices. What should you do AFTER falling for a phishing attack? You clicked that link and are not sure what to do next? We discuss the 5 steps to take after falling for a phi...
Threats Against Canadian Health Organizations
April 17, 2020 12:00 - 8 minutes - 5.54 MBToday we live in a world of uncertainty. Cybercriminals have taken great advantage over the COVID19 pandemic, targetting medical organizations in an attempt to extort money and to affect the vulnerable. In Canada, this threat is great - Darn IT Group has taken the digital front seat of this pandemic and has seen first hand the detrimental effects of cybercrime against the medical community. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developme...
Threats Against Canadian Health Organizations
April 17, 2020 12:00 - 8 minutes - 5.54 MBToday we live in a world of uncertainty. Cybercriminals have taken great advantage over the COVID19 pandemic, targetting medical organizations in an attempt to extort money and to affect the vulnerable. In Canada, this threat is great - Darn IT Group has taken the digital front seat of this pandemic and has seen first hand the detrimental effects of cybercrime against the medical community.
Overnight Success To Failure
April 14, 2020 17:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBIn this episode, Darnley discusses the faults in using a particular app for your teleconferencing. News from the privacy and cybersecurity concerns from Zoom, recent news on the Zoom attack that affected over 500,000 Zoom accounts being leaked to the dark web. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Zoom Pandemic - How To Harden Your Privacy
April 06, 2020 17:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBAre you hearing in the news about Zoom? Do you use it on a daily basis to work? Have no fear, in this episode, Darnley discusses ten ways to harden your Zoom application to attempt to decrease the vulnerabilities of your meetings falling into the wrong hands, or ears. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Rerouting Routers
March 31, 2020 13:00 - 10 minutes - 7.09 MBDid you know that a majority of home users are susceptible to attacks - especially network-side. In this episode, Darnley discusses the importance of home router security, which routers are susceptible to this new vulnerability and how you should protect yourself against further exploitation and attack. We make cybersecurity simple! Follow our podcast for more informative episodes. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in th...
WAF You!
March 28, 2020 12:00 - 4 minutes - 3.3 MBWhat is a WAF? In this brief episode, Darnley, upon request, is talking about what is a WAF and how it can complement your cybersecurity posture while operating online. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Safe Computing For Todays Work From Home Force
March 25, 2020 18:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBIn this episode of Darn IT Podcast, Darnley discusses the nature of cyber hygiene while working from home. Give the global pandemic has forced many out of the offices and now a global work from home force is now running the economy. Most organizations had to rush to implement remote access without fully educating the employees on how to take care of their computers and home networks. We go through what you should be doing or have in place along with some examples in protecting your organi...
How To Play It Safe As A Remote User
March 16, 2020 17:00 - 19 minutes - 13.1 MBIn the world undergoing the COVID19/CoronaVirus pandemic, there has been a huge shift towards users working from home. What risk is being made by allowing your staff to work from home? In this episode, Darnley discusses the various threats that are involved with employees working from home, the risks that can be made with failure to identify these issues, and 12 steps in maintaining that security posture while away from the office. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe ...
Cybersecurity Pandemic
March 09, 2020 13:00 - 13 minutes - 9.08 MB"The year is 2020, the world has gone crazy with cyberattacks - the world holds it's breath to see what comes next." It sounds like a crazy movie soundbite, right? Wrong. This is a real-world problem and we need all hands on deck. The cybersecurity pandemic is real and it affects every single one of us - in this episode, Darnley talks about this pandemic in today's posture. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-ev...
Cybersecurity Pandemic
March 09, 2020 13:00 - 13 minutes - 9.08 MB"The year is 2020, the world has gone crazy with cyberattacks - the world holds it's breath to see what comes next." It sounds like a crazy movie soundbite, right? Wrong. This is a real-world problem and we need all hands on deck. The cybersecurity pandemic is real and it affects every single one of us - in this episode, Darnley talks about this pandemic in today's posture.
How To Avoid Data Leaks
March 02, 2020 14:00 - 10 minutes - 7.34 MBData leakage is no fun to those who lose their information. Did you know that the amount of data leakage going on everyday exposes thousands of personally identifiable information on the internet and dark web? How do you know your credit is safe? Act before it's too late - in this brief episode, Darnley explains an example of delayed leakage and how to protect yourself. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolvi...
Top 10 Questions To Ask A CISO
February 27, 2020 14:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBIn this episode, it's time to ask the tough questions for your CISO, CIO, CTO. Understanding that these leaders have full control out of the outcome of your organization, and by doing so you must make sure they are accountable for their role. For the CISO, CTO, and CIO - it is time for you think about these questions and ways that you can best approach the board with discovery questions that go beyond security and technical jargon. Remember, cybersecurity made simple right? Support the Sh...
How Can A Business Minimize Risk
February 24, 2020 14:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBIn this episode, Darnley discusses why businesses need to be considerate when considering new cybersecurity technologies. He also leaves you with 4 key takeaways to minimize your risk and actions you must take in order to be aware. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Facial Recognition - Fate or Flaw
February 17, 2020 15:00 - 10 minutes - 7.48 MBDo you value your face? Is your privacy important to you? Would you like it if law enforcement had your face labeled on file? In this episode, Darnley talks about the Clearview AI scraping of personal information and how this can affect our lives moving forward. Is our public information really public? Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Is Technology Bad For Us?
February 10, 2020 15:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBIn this episode, Darnley talks about the ways technology has changed our lives. What are some of the positive and negative attributes when it comes to dealing with technology in our lives today. Hear why technology has made us closer yet that much more distant from one another. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
What is Business Continuity?
February 04, 2020 15:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBDoes your business already implement a Business Continuity Plan? Do you know what a Business Continuity plan is? In this episode, Darnley gives the reason why your organization needs to have a Business Continuity (BC) plan in place and it is not just an IT issue. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Phishing Scams 101
January 31, 2020 15:00 - 5 minutes - 3.79 MBEmail is the fastest way that cybercriminals target individuals or organizations. The general rule of thumb is to trust no-one, even if it may seem legitimate. Today's podcast, illustrates the need to be aware of the threats that come with operating over email. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Data Privacy Day
January 28, 2020 14:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBJanuary 28th, 2020 - International Privacy Day. Data Privacy Day Millions of people are unaware of and uninformed about how their personal information is being used, collected or shared in our digital society. Data Privacy Day aims to inspire dialogue and empower individuals and companies to take action. In this episode, Darnley talks about this important day, the importance of being cyber aware. and how to safeguard yourself from losing your privacy. Support the Show. Subscribe now ...
AI Is Going To Kill You
January 20, 2020 15:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBThey're what?! Believe it or not, AI (Artificial Intelligence) does or will soon have a dark side in our world. This episode explains the dangers that AI is presenting us in a warfare landscape, the ethical and democratic implications evil-AI has on our world. Do you feel ready for our robot overlords? Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
A Decade In Cybersecurity
January 13, 2020 14:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MBHappy New Year, for our first episode of Season 2 of 2020 is to review the last decade of cybersecurity. Prior to 2010, cybersecurity was not a topic you heard about - now in 2020, it is the hot-button topic in the media today. In this episode, Darnley will go over briefly the last 10 years of cybersecurity and how it drastically changed our outlook of tomorrow.
A Decade In Cybersecurity
January 13, 2020 14:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MBHappy New Year, for our first episode of Season 2 of 2020 is to review the last decade of cybersecurity. Prior to 2010, cybersecurity was not a topic you heard about - now in 2020, it is the hot-button topic in the media today. In this episode, Darnley will go over briefly the last 10 years of cybersecurity and how it drastically changed our outlook of tomorrow. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digit...
Season 2 Introduction
January 06, 2020 15:00 - 4 minutes - 2.8 MBHappy New Year! New year new podcast right? This is the introduction to Season 2, Darnley G introduces the next season for our weekly episodes on cybersecurity and everything that revolves around it. We will have guests from various industries, stories and everything in between. Listen to this to hear what the next two episodes are coming, will set the stage to what is coming for this season. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest develo...
Talking Cybersecurity Talking To Your Board
December 10, 2019 19:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBDo you have difficulty explaining the reasons why you need a cybersecurity plan, incident response plan, backup disaster recovery plan, appliances, software, or external resources to properly protect your organization? Here are some tips to help. Speaking to the board of directors, or management when it comes to cybersecurity services can be quite a painful task. Their misunderstanding may cause some barrier to entry, this episode Darnley assists you to make sure you are communicating effec...
Windows 7 End of Life
November 26, 2019 18:00 - 11 minutes - 8.23 MBWindows 7 is coming to a final end on January 14, 2020- yet we still see businesses of critical infrastructure still using them. Best to upgrade before it is too late! Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
The Truth About Cyber Insurance
November 12, 2019 17:00 - 7 minutes - 5.12 MBIn this episode, Darnley speaks about the misguided truths about cyber insurance, what it is, and what it isn't. Some leaders assume that all cyber insurance premiums are created equal, therefore there is no risk - wrong! There has been various examples in the real-world where insurance did or did not cover the costs of a cyber attack. Learn about what you need to look out for before signing on the dotted line and assume they will have your back once you suffer a loss. Support the Show. Su...
The Cyber Security Problem
October 28, 2019 16:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBWhy is nothing working in cybersecurity? In this episode, Darnley takes the gloves off and talks about some of the issues with cybersecurity from the outside-in approach. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
5 Tips To Be Cyber Secure
October 14, 2019 16:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBIn this episode, Darnley discusses the 5 things you can do to put yourself in a better security position. These methods are simple, easy, and you don't have to be a cyber expert to implement these things today! Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Cyber Awareness Month
October 01, 2019 15:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MBOctober is Cyber Security Awareness month - this month we talk about various cyber risks and vulnerabilities that we could experience while interacting over the internet. This turned into a world-wide initiative due to the increasing threats and attacks against everyone. Cyber awareness is key in protecting yourself against cybercrime. In this podcast, Darnley talks about why this month is important and what you can do to better arm yourself. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cy...
Identity Theft
September 10, 2019 15:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBDo you understand the consequences of having your identity stolen? Were you a victim in the past? Darnley Greson Jr speaks about the reasons, effects, and solutions to deal with your identity before or after it gets stolen. Support the Show. Subscribe now to Darnley's Cyber Cafe and stay informed on the latest developments in the ever-evolving digital landscape.