Scinary Information Nexus is your go-to source for understanding the evolving world of cybersecurity. Each episode explores real-world threats, attack methods, and defensive strategies, with insights from Scinary’s security operations experts. We break down common and emerging attack methods, discuss the latest trends in malware and phishing, and share actionable tips for IT and security teams to protect their organizations.
Whether you’re an IT professional, security leader, or simply curious about the threats lurking online, our podcast equips you with the knowledge to stay one step ahead of cybercriminals. Tune in to hear expert analysis, case studies, and practical advice on safeguarding your digital environment.
This week, we're joined by a special guest from the educational front lines, Greg Babbitt, the Technology Director at Palmer ISD, for a packed episode you can't afford to miss. With Greg's expertise, we dive deep into the unique cybersecurity landscape of K-12 education. We explore why the biggest threat is often the human element inside the network and discuss the immense challenges of vetting and securing countless third-party apps and services-from bus routing software to Google Workspace. It's a candid look at the real-world tightrope walk between security, usability, and budget that every school district faces.
This week, we have a very special guest: Daniel Hamilton, a 38-year veteran of the broadcast industry, drone program administrator, and Joseph's dad! Richard, Mario, and Joseph sit down with Daniel to discuss the massive technological changes happening just behind your TV screen. We're talking about ATSC 3.0, or "NextGen TV," the new broadcast standard poised to turn free over-the-air television into a data-driven powerhouse. Learn how your viewing habits could soon be correlated with your online searches to deliver hyper-targeted ads, and what this IP-based system means for your privacy and cybersecurity. Could a hijacked broadcast signal one day be used to push malware directly to your smart TV?
Richard, Brazos, Joseph, and John sit down with Eyal to discuss the massive shifts in the threat landscape and how generative AI, deepfake voice and video, and prompt injection attacks are creating a new reality where phishing is no longer confined to email. We explore how attackers are using tools like Teams, Slack, and other communication channels to create persistent, multi-modal attacks that are virtually indistinguishable from legitimate requests. How do we fight back when we can't trust what we see and hear? The answer lies in adaptive, agentic AI.
This week, Richard, Brazos, Tye, and Mario dive deep into the privacy policies of the VPNs you see advertised everywhere-from NordVPN to Surfshark. They uncover the fine print that contradicts the "no-log" promises and reveal everything that can instantly de-anonymize you. Then, we turn our sights to Personally Identifiable Information removal services like Incogni and DeleteMe. Are they the silver bullet for data brokers, or are you paying a premium for a service with a less than 50% success rate? The research might shock you.
Join us for an insider's look into the trenches of the Managed Service Provider (MSP) world. Brian pulls back the curtain on his 20-year journey, from the scrappy beginnings of building an MSP to advising a global cybersecurity leader. This episode is a masterclass for anyone looking to start their own IT business or for organizations seeking to find a true technology partner.
This week, the team cracks open a few beers and pulls back the curtain on the cybersecurity tools they can't live without. From command-line powerhouses to invaluable web utilities, this is the ultimate list of free and open-source tools for both seasoned professionals and aspiring enthusiasts.
This week, we go back to our roots and sit down with a very special guest: Jason Phillips, the founder of Mustang Cyber and, once upon a time, the very first intern at Scinary Cybersecurity.
Join hosts John Dunwoody, Brazos Wortham, and Tye Valdis as they explore the rapid explosion of AI tools and the hidden dangers they introduce into your network. We break down real-world breaches and provide actionable strategies specifically for the education and public sector to help you regain control.
This week, we're going full medieval with mead and Viking helmets while exposing the most predatory pricing schemes in cybersecurity. Join Richard Martin, Joseph Hamilton, Mario Ortiz, and Brazos Wortham as they tear apart the industry's worst business practices.
This week, the beer is flowing and the IR line is ringing off the hook. Join Richard Martin, Joseph Hamilton, Mario Ortiz, and Brazos Wortham as they pull back the curtain on the chaotic, non-stop world of Incident Response.
This week, the team tackles a controversial and ethically murky corner of the cyber world: Offensive Security and the temptation to "hack back"
This week, fueled by our friends at Southern Roots Brewing and AdiraNow, we're on camera to pull back the curtain on one of the tech world's most powerful and misunderstood forces: Venture Capital.
This week, CEO Richard Martin, SOC Managers Mario Ortiz and Joseph Hamilton, and Director of Strategic Initiatives Brazos Wortham dive into the rapidly evolving landscape of Microsoft Recall, Copilot, and the widespread risks of AI.
On this week's episode of Scinary Information Nexus, your hosts break down a jaw-dropping breach: a Chinese state-sponsored group that stayed hidden in a U.S. National Guard network for nine months—stealing admin credentials and network configurations before anyone noticed.
We discuss the different types of penetration testing and give opinions the validity of the practice as a whole.
In this episode, we break down our opinions on the cybersecurity insurance industry.
In this episode we discuss employment in the cybersecurity industry, what's wrong with it, and how to get ahead.
We're giving you a crash course on the many, many, many acronyms in the cybersecurity world!
Let's talk about the role of the government in cybersecurity.
We're back! It's time to catch up with Scinary (and Snoop Dogg) over a beer.
