NIST issues new password guidelines: Cyber Security Today for Monday, September 30, 2024

New NIST Password Guidelines, Octo2 Trojan & ChatGPT Vulnerabilities | Cybersecurity Today

Join Jim Love in today's episode of Cybersecurity Today as he discusses the latest password security guidelines from NIST focusing on length and usability, the emergence of the Octo2 Trojan targeting bank accounts on Android by posing as VPN and Chrome apps, and a significant vulnerability in ChatGPT allowing attackers to plant false memories. Additionally, learn about Google's new password rules for Gmail access and the recent glitch causing ChatGPT to initiate conversations on its own. Don't miss this insightful episode to stay updated on the latest cybersecurity trends and measures.

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Promotion
00:50 NIST's New Password Guidelines
02:26 Octo2 Trojan: New Android Threat
03:27 ChatGPT Vulnerability: False Memories
04:40 Google's New Password Rules for Gmail
05:35 ChatGPT's Unprompted Messaging Bug
06:54 Conclusion and Sponsor Message