2026 has already delivered its share of major cybersecurity incidents—and we're only looking at the first half of the year. In this episode of Cyber Sitrep, Eric and Mike look back at some of the high-profile hacks and cyberattacks from the first half of 2026, discussing what happened, how organizations were impacted, and what these incidents can teach us about the current threat landscape. Beyond the headlines, these attacks highlight recurring challenges facing organizations of every size: protecting critical systems, securing sensitive data, responding to incidents, and preparing for attackers whose tactics continue to evolve. What can we learn from the biggest incidents of 2026 so far—and what should organizations be paying attention to next? 💬 Which cybersecurity incident from 2026 has stood out the most to you? New episodes of Cyber Sitrep release every Wednesday at 1 PM Mountain Time. Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss the next episode. #CyberSitrep #Cybersecurity #CyberAttacks Links: Corvus website: https://www.corvus-tech.net/ Digital Beachhead website: https://digitalbeachhead.com/ The Cyber Sitrep brings you all the latest cybersecurity news, commentary, and threat intelligence. Focused on small to midsize businesses who we feel have been left behind. Hosted by Eric from Corvus Technologies and Mike from Digital Beachhead who bring their unique perspective based on their military and cybersecurity experience. If you want to understand more about how cybersecurity is important to your organization, enjoy funny tales or just want to learn more about the field of cybersecurity this is the podcast for you.

QR codes were designed to make accessing information fast, simple, and convenient. Today, they're everywhere—restaurants, parking meters, payments, advertisements, event tickets, authentication systems, and even cybersecurity workflows. Unfortunately, attackers noticed that convenience too. In this episode of Cyber Sitrep, Eric and Mike dive into QR Code Nightmares: where QR codes came from, why they've become so widely used, and how the same technology can be abused to hide malicious destinations, redirect users to convincing phishing pages, or trick someone into trusting a link they can't actually see. Unlike a traditional link, a QR code asks you to scan first and find out where you're going second—which creates some interesting security problems as QR codes become increasingly common. We also look at the other side of the story: QR codes aren't inherently dangerous. They're an incredibly useful technology. The challenge is understanding when—and where—you should trust one. 💬 Do you check where a QR code is taking you before opening the link? New episodes of Cyber Sitrep release every Wednesday at 1 PM Mountain Time. Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss the next episode. #CyberSitrep #Cybersecurity #QRCodeSecurity Links: Corvus website: https://www.corvus-tech.net/ Digital Beachhead website: https://digitalbeachhead.com/ The Cyber Sitrep brings you all the latest cybersecurity news, commentary, and threat intelligence. Focused on small to midsize businesses who we feel have been left behind. Hosted by Eric from Corvus Technologies and Mike from Digital Beachhead who bring their unique perspective based on their military and cybersecurity experience. If you want to understand more about how cybersecurity is important to your organization, enjoy funny tales or just want to learn more about the field of cybersecurity this is the podcast for you.

How many subscriptions, tools, platforms, and services is your organization actually paying for? In this episode of Cyber Sitrep, Eric and Mike dive into the growing problem of technology and subscription sprawl. As organizations adopt new cloud services, cybersecurity tools, SaaS platforms, and other technologies, it becomes surprisingly easy to lose track of what you're paying for—and whether you're even still using it. A few subscriptions might not seem like much individually, but over time they can turn into duplicate tools, forgotten licenses, unused services, and recurring expenses that quietly continue hitting the budget. Keeping an accurate inventory of your technology stack isn't just about saving money, either. Knowing what you have, who owns it, why it's there, and whether it's still needed can make managing the entire environment easier. 💬 How well does your organization keep track of its technology stack and recurring subscriptions? New episodes of Cyber Sitrep release every Wednesday at 1 PM Mountain Time. Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss the next episode. #CyberSitrep #Cybersecurity #SaaSManagement Links: Corvus website: https://www.corvus-tech.net/ Digital Beachhead website: https://digitalbeachhead.com/ The Cyber Sitrep brings you all the latest cybersecurity news, commentary, and threat intelligence. Focused on small to midsize businesses who we feel have been left behind. Hosted by Eric from Corvus Technologies and Mike from Digital Beachhead who bring their unique perspective based on their military and cybersecurity experience. If you want to understand more about how cybersecurity is important to your organization, enjoy funny tales or just want to learn more about the field of cybersecurity this is the podcast for you.