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 The Awareness Angle makes cybersecurity make sense. Hosted by Anthony and Luke, we break down the biggest cyber stories of the week. From phishing scams and AI fraud to major data breaches and the sneaky ways people get hacked, we explain what’s going on and why it matters. But this isn’t just another tech podcast. We focus on the human side of cybersecurity. How scams actually work, why people fall for them, and what we can all do to stay safer online. You’ll get practical tips, real-world examples, and relatable stories that show how cyber threats affect everyday people, not just big businRisky Creative Politique et gouvernement
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    • Supply Chain Hacks. Fake Encryption. Phones That Track You - The Awareness Angle: Cyber News Weekly

      Supply Chain Hacks. Fake Encryption. Phones That Track You - The Awareness Angle: Cyber News Weekly
      Feb 9 2026
      This week on The Awareness Angle, trust keeps breaking in places it was assumed to be solid. From a state linked supply chain attack slipping malware into trusted software updates, to ransomware actors claiming access to airport systems, and even cybercrime forums being breached themselves, the pattern this week is confidence collapsing across the stack.

      We start with Breach Watch, unpacking how Notepad++ users were targeted through compromised update infrastructure rather than the software itself, why supply chain attacks remain so effective, and what selective targeting really tells us. We also look at ransomware claims against a US airport, the growing tactic of dumping sensitive files as proof, and what it means when critical infrastructure gets dragged into extortion.

      In the news, we cover the FBI seizure of a major ransomware forum, and why takedowns rarely end criminal ecosystems. We dig into claims that WhatsApp encryption is a lie, why cryptographers are sceptical, and how trust in closed source security tools keeps getting tested. We also discuss Spain announcing a ban on social media for under 16s, the wider regulatory trend this fits into, and the difficult reality of enforcement. Then we break down how mobile phones can silently share GPS level location with carriers at the network level, without app permissions or user awareness.

      In Awareness and Topics, we look at ransomware rising sharply in early 2026, why recovery matters more than negotiation, and how extortion gangs are shifting from data theft into personal harassment and psychological pressure. We also talk about McDonald’s calling out weak password habits using breached credential data, why predictable passwords still dominate, and what organisations can learn from simple, well executed awareness campaigns. We finish with a discussion on breaking into cybersecurity, mentorship, community, and why there is no single path into the industry.

      Chapters
      00:00 Intro
      01:11 Breach Watch, Notepad++ supply chain attack
      06:52 Ransomware group claims airport breach
      10:28 BreachForums breached, criminals exposed
      13:02 FBI seizes RAMP hacking forum
      16:18 WhatsApp encryption lawsuit explained
      19:33 Spain plans social media ban for under 16s
      25:20 Phones silently sharing GPS with carriers
      30:12 Scattered Lapsus ShinyHunters harassment tactics
      35:21 Ransomware activity up in 2026
      39:45 McDonald’s calls out weak passwords
      45:06 Getting your first job in cybersecurity
      51:39 Real or phishing, campaign emails analysed

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    • From Dating App Leaks to AI Agent Risks - The Awareness Angle: Weekly Cyber News

      From Dating App Leaks to AI Agent Risks - The Awareness Angle: Weekly Cyber News
      Feb 2 2026

      This week on The Awareness Angle, trust keeps breaking in places people expect it to hold. From exposed AI agent infrastructure and phishing malware slipping into the Chrome Web Store, to sensitive government data being uploaded to ChatGPT, the theme this week is misplaced confidence. Tools designed to help, automate, and protect are being misused, misconfigured, or trusted too far.

      We start with Breach Watch, looking at claims that ShinyHunters accessed data linked to major dating platforms, and what exposure through analytics providers and contractor access really means. We then cover reports that the acting head of the US cybersecurity agency uploaded internal government documents to ChatGPT, raising uncomfortable questions about AI use at the highest levels of security leadership.

      In the news, we break down Clawdbot, also known as Moltbot, an open source AI agent that promises automation but has left hundreds of exposed gateways leaking credentials, API keys, and private conversations. We look at why autonomous AI agents expand attack surfaces, how third party add ons turn convenience into risk, and why hardening these systems is not optional. We also cover phishing capable Chrome extensions bypassing store review, Google improving ransomware protection in Drive, and France fast tracking plans to ban social media for under 15s.

      In Topics, we talk about exposed admin panels in AI powered toys and what happens when children’s conversations and profiles are stored behind weak controls. We also discuss phishing awareness in the real world, misleading breach headlines, fake profiles, and why simple in store warnings on gift cards can be surprisingly effective.

      If you want cyber news explained with clarity, context, and zero jargon, you are in the right place.

      Episode timestamps

      00:00 Intro
      01:11 Breach Watch, ShinyHunters dating app data claims
      06:52 US cybersecurity chief uploads documents to ChatGPT
      10:28 What is Clawdbot and why it matters
      13:02 Hundreds of exposed Clawdbot gateways
      16:18 The AI agent craze and growing security risks
      19:33 Phishing malware sold as Chrome extensions
      25:20 Google Drive ransomware protection improvements
      30:12 France moves to ban social media for under 15s
      35:21 Exposed admin panel found in AI toy
      43:31 Awareness, spotting phishing and AI content
      49:45 Misleading breach headlines and fake panic
      51:39 Reverse image search exposing fake profiles
      53:06 Gift card scam warnings in store
      54:31 Covering phone cameras as a security habit
      56:12 Free WIFI on Flight QR Code Prank
      57:57 TikTok Argos MacBook Retail Discount Code
      01:00:36 Real world phishing and family account compromise

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    • Voice Phishing Kits, CrashFix Malware, and Schools Forced Offline

      Voice Phishing Kits, CrashFix Malware, and Schools Forced Offline
      Jan 26 2026

      This week on The Awareness Angle, security failures show how quickly everyday systems can tip from background noise into real world disruption. From ransomware knocking a major IT distributor offline, to schools closing after cyber attacks, and criminals selling voice phishing kits like a product, the theme this week is scale. Small failures, trusted platforms, and familiar channels being used to create outsized impact.

      We start with Breach Watch, looking at the Ingram Micro ransomware attack and what it reveals about supply chain fragility when a single distributor goes dark. We then cover a breach at Grubhub caused by access to a third party support system, exposing customer, driver, and merchant data. We also look at the Minnesota Department of Human Services breach affecting nearly 304,000 people, and a UK secondary school forced to close after cyber disruption took critical systems offline.

      In the news, Microsoft releases emergency out of band Windows updates after patching issues prevent systems from shutting down properly. We look at criminals openly selling ready made voice phishing kits, making vishing easier to run at scale, and a malicious Chrome extension that deliberately crashes browsers to push fake fixes in a new ClickFix variant. We also discuss the EU launching a new vulnerability database as an alternative to CVE, a phishing campaign targeting LastPass users with fake security alerts, the UK government consulting on banning social media for under 16s, and TikTok finalising a deal to split its US operations into a new joint venture.

      In Topics, we talk about password hints that are completely useless, the ongoing debate around the phrase human risk, and the Action Fraud rebrand to Report Fraud, including why its sign in experience raises some uncomfortable trust questions. We also look at how AI generated content is flooding social platforms, and share practical ways to spot fake accounts and videos before they fool you.

      If you want cyber news explained with clarity, context, and zero jargon, you are in the right place.

      0:00 Introduction and Overview
      1:25 Ingram Micro Ransomware Attack
      5:38 Grubhub Third Party Breach
      9:41 Minnesota Department of Human Services Data Breach
      12:39 UK School Forced to Close After Cyber Attack
      18:52 Microsoft Emergency Windows Updates
      20:45 Voice Phishing Kits for Sale
      25:25 Malicious Chrome Extension and ClickFix Variant
      30:34 EU Vulnerability Database Alternative to CVE
      34:19 LastPass Phishing Campaign
      39:29 UK Consultation on Social Media Ban for Under 16s
      45:10 TikTok Splits US Operations
      48:30 Password Hints and Human Risk Discussion
      53:19 Action Fraud Rebrand and Trust Issues
      1:01:26 AI Generated Content and Spotting Fakes

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