2020 was an unprecedented year in terms of cybercrime. In this episode, Tyler Moffitt, Senior Security Analyst at Webroot, an OpenText company, sits down with host Joe Panettieri to explore Webroot’s BrightCloud Threat Report. Their conversation covers the report’s major findings and what steps businesses can take to build durable resistance.

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2021 Webroot BrightCloud Threat Report: The Latest in Cybersecurity

It’s time to think twice before you watch that illegal football stream! Sites that offer pirated sports are not only illegal, but also a major cybersecurity risk. From common viruses to Bitcoin scams, these sites pose a significant threat to consumers. Host Joe Panettieri welcomes Kelvin Murray, Senior Threat Researcher at Webroot, an OpenText company, to discuss this attack vector and how to limit risk. 

The Dangers of Streaming Sports Online

There has been a worrying rise in ransomware activity. Recent attacks on organizations like the Houston Rockets and the emergence of Babuk ransomware have caused major concern. Tyler Moffitt, Senior Security Analyst at Webroot, an OpenText company, returns to the podcast to address these developments and how companies can protect themselves through multi-level security planning.

Get the Scoop on Babuk

Today’s home connections are no longer limited to PCs, tablets and smartphones. Smart speakers, thermostats, doorbells and more are increasingly common. Each comes with its own security vulnerabilities. Security intelligence director Grayson Milbourne sits down with host Joe Panettieri to discuss what homeowners need to know about IoT devices and network security.

IoT and Home Network Security

Host Joe Panettieri and sr. threat research analyst Kelvin Murray explore cybercrime as a service—why and how hackers have emulated the SaaS business model and applied it to ransomware and other types of attack.

Cybercrime as a Service with Kelvin Murray

Is Bitcoin the dominant cryptocurrency of cybercrime? Is there a relationship between the value of Bitcoin and its role in cybercrime? Can cryptocurrencies be bought and sold safely? Sr. threat research analyst and resident crypto expert Tyler Moffitt joins host Joe Panettieri to discuss all that and more in this episode.

Cryptocurrency and Cybercrime

Major malware attacks make headlines, but it&apos;s the legions of smaller ones that line the pockets of cybercriminals. Listen to Joe Panettieri and Webroot security threat analyst Kelvin Murray discuss why small and medium-sized businesses are such highly coveted targets for cyberattacks. 

Why SMBs are attractive cyberattack targets and how to protect them

Host Joe Panettieri and Webroot threat analyst Tyler Moffitt explore various hacker personas—including the Impersonator, the Opportunist, and the Infiltrator—to learn what motivates each and how their different priorities require tailored defenses. 

Exploring hacker personas with a Webroot threat analyst

Host Joe Panettieri is joined by Webroot security intelligence director Grayson Milbourne to look back at the year that was in cybersecurity: Emotet, business email compromise, deepfakes, and the rest of the ugly trends that emerged in 2020. Then, he&apos;ll offer his thoughts on what awaits us in 2021.

The biggest cybersecurity trends of 2020 and predictions for 2021

In this episode, Webroot director of security intelligence Grayson Milbourne discusses the tactic the FBI recently called "the $26 billion scam." Business email compromise is a confidence game, and Milbourne explains to host Joe Panettieri how it&apos;s played.

Social Engineering and Business Email Compromise

Electric carmaker Tesla narrowly avoided falling victim to an insider attack when an employee alerted authorities to a bribe he&apos;d been offered. Will you be as lucky? You don&apos;t have to count on it with these tips from Webroot senior threat researcher Kelvin Murray.

Insider Attacks and Security Controls

Each Fall, Webroot counts down the worst malware variants to wreak havoc over the previous year. In this episode, security analyst Tyler Moffitt reveals this year’s list of nastiest malware to host Joe Panettieri.

The 2020 Nastiest Malware Rundown

Our host sits down with Webroot threat researcher Kelvin Murray to discuss deep fakes, their dangers, and some ways you can detect them. Plus, how misinformation is used to spread panic on the web.

Detecting Deep Fakes and Misinformation

Malicious actors know cloud infrastructure contains troves of valuable data. Not surprisingly, some have focused their efforts on compromising it. Our host and threat researcher Tyler Moffitt discuss this trending threat.

CloudJacking and Crypto Cloud Mining

A surging number of businesses now find their employees working from home. In this episode, our host and Webroot security intelligence director Grayson Milbourne provides tips for keeping a remote workforce safe from the attacks targeting it.

Staying Safe Online While Working from Home

In this special, Webroot podcast series we offer a behind-the-scenes look at the shadowy world of cybercrime from those battling it on the frontlines. Featuring ChannelE2E co-founder and host Joe Panettieri, alongside guest experts from around the industry, discussions delve into the most pressing issues in cybersecurity with those who know them best.

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