Chrome Extension Hacks, Honey Scam & AI Deepfake Threats | The Awareness Angle #7

The Awareness Angle: Simplifying Cyber Security Awareness

06-01-2025 • 1 hr 2 mins

In this episode of The Awareness Angle, we explore the latest cybersecurity news, including recent Chrome extension hacks affecting over 600,000 users, AI-driven deepfakes, and proposed healthcare cybersecurity regulations aimed at combating ransomware. We also discuss strategies for enhancing security awareness programs in 2025, offering practical tips for protecting personal devices and countering risks from AI-driven misinformation. The episode examines broader themes like storytelling in education, innovative approaches to CAPTCHA designs, and the dangers of unchecked social media hoaxes. We highlight the significance of verification in online transactions and address the ethical considerations surrounding influencer marketing, emphasizing the need for trust and transparency in digital platforms.


🕒 Timestamps

00:00 Introduction and Overview of Topics
01:00 Chrome Extensions Hacked: A Security Concern
05:06 AI and Deepfakes in Cybersecurity
06:58 Proposed Cybersecurity Rulings for Healthcare

10:55 Planning Awareness Programs for 2025

18:01 Back to Basics: Cybersecurity Essentials

19:01 Google's AI Overview: Misinformation Risks

22:48 Protecting Your Phone from Theft

33:23 The Power of Storytelling in Learning

36:35 Innovative Approaches to Captchas

39:00 The Impact of Social Media Hoaxes

43:34 The Dangers of Misinformation and AI

46:12 The Importance of Verification in Online Transactions

49:10 Scams in the Digital Age

52:11 The Ethics of Influencer Marketing

56:44 Trust and Transparency in Online Tools 💬 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check Out This Episode's Discussion Points⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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📙 About The Awareness Angle

A podcast where we unpack the challenges and opportunities in Human Risk and Information Security Awareness. With expert insights, real-world stories, and actionable advice, we make Information Security accessible and relatable. Whether you're a Security Awareness professional or simply curious about human risk, this podcast is your go-to resource for fresh perspectives and creative solutions.


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