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The Other Side Of The Firewall

The Other Side Of The Firewall

By: Ryan Williams
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 Cybersecurity is an ever growing field and representation within it matters more than ever! We here at The Other Side of the Firewall podcast, strive to highlight those movers and shakers and glass ceiling breakers. People of Color, who have made it to the other side of the proverbial firewall into those Senior and C-suite level positions. Aside from the interviews of IT Professionals, just like you, our crew will have fun discussing the latest and greatest news, measures to protect yourself from bad actors on the inter-webs and sprinkle in some games and entertainment as well. Enjoy! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theothersideofthefirewall/supportRyan Williams Politics & Government
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  • Google To Pay Texas $1.4B Over Unauthorized Data Collection

    Google To Pay Texas $1.4B Over Unauthorized Data Collection
    May 14 2025
    In this episode, the hosts discuss Google's recent settlement of $1.375 billion over unauthorized tracking and biometric data collection. They explore the implications of privacy laws in the U.S., the risk management strategies of tech companies, and the value of data in today's economy. The conversation highlights the challenges of regulating tech giants and the need for accountability in data protection. Article: Google Pays $1.375 Billion to Texas Over Unauthorized Tracking and Biometric Data Collection https://thehackernews.com/2025/05/google-pays-1375-billion-to-texas-over.html?m=1&fbclid=IwY2xjawKQ6KhleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFBOFpwZEJ0UEtoMDdzRkdKAR6pzOf_km7ZNCFkqBJciop1lGsea7OjdR5kCyYewo-9PADFxiTvqsfp183tfw_aem_fR3u7NJj5TNQdMll5W72vw Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Socials: Website - www.ramcyber.io Heroes Media Group: https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/ Audio - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/id1542479181 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theothersideofthefirewall7511 ReppedFLIX - https://lnkd.in/eVis2CbS WDJY 99.1 FM: https://www.wdjyfm.com/ TuneIn: https://lnkd.in/e2crcZU8 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556539026086 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theothersideofthefw X (Twitter) - https://twitter.com/Ask_a_CISSP TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ryanwilliams683 Medium - https://medium.com/@ryanwilliamssenior Subscribe to LinkedIn Newsletter - https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7172626552545865728 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/ Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, and Threads - @ryrysecurityguy Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisabacon/ Daniel on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-acevedo-3a8b641b/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity News and Discussions 00:42 Google's $1.375 Billion Settlement Over Privacy Violations 03:06 The Impact of Privacy Laws on Tech Companies 06:08 Understanding the Cost-Benefit Analysis of Data Collection 09:02 The Importance of Reading Privacy Agreements 11:58 The Role of Risk Management in Tech Companies 15:14 The Need for Self-Regulation in the Tech Industry 18:10 The Value of Data and Its Implications for Privacy #cybersecurity #google #dataprivacy
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    17 mins
  • Ransomware Attack Stops A Major Newspaper Publisher’s Presses

    Ransomware Attack Stops A Major Newspaper Publisher’s Presses
    May 13 2025
    In this episode, the hosts discuss the significant financial impact of cybersecurity incidents on businesses, particularly focusing on a case involving Lee Enterprises. They explore the long-term effects of such incidents, including loss of public trust and financial losses. The conversation shifts to the importance of risk management, business impact analysis, and the necessity of cyber insurance for organizations. The hosts emphasize the need for companies to meet cybersecurity requirements to ensure coverage and protect sensitive data. Article: Lee Enterprises says cybersecurity incident cost millions https://cardinalnews.org/2025/05/09/lee-enterprises-says-cybersecurity-incident-cost-millions/?fbclid=IwY2xjawKPq7JleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEyY3JHRWlFVk9PelBXOWVUAR4nMSiSIxD324M08tUqFOEK2bgij8BUALPaBsQA68JbE4sQktWQpjJDp8KP6g_aem_ALL3hkdIuL7BgA1By5r8ww Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Socials: Website - www.ramcyber.io Heroes Media Group: https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/ Audio - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/id1542479181 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theothersideofthefirewall7511 ReppedFLIX - https://lnkd.in/eVis2CbS WDJY 99.1 FM: https://www.wdjyfm.com/ TuneIn: https://lnkd.in/e2crcZU8 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556539026086 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theothersideofthefw X (Twitter) - https://twitter.com/Ask_a_CISSP TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ryanwilliams683 Medium - https://medium.com/@ryanwilliamssenior Subscribe to LinkedIn Newsletter - https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7172626552545865728 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/ Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, and Threads - @ryrysecurityguy Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisabacon/ Daniel on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-acevedo-3a8b641b/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity Challenges 01:11 Impact of Cybersecurity Incidents on Businesses 04:17 Understanding Attack Surface Management 07:09 The Importance of Cyber Insurance 12:04 Navigating Cybersecurity in the Digital Age #cybersecurity #ransomeware #cyberinsurance
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    13 mins
  • U.S. - Dutch Operation Moonlander Takes Down Russian Botnet

    U.S. - Dutch Operation Moonlander Takes Down Russian Botnet
    May 12 2025
    In this episode of the Other Side of the Firewall podcast, the hosts discuss the latest cybersecurity news, focusing on the dismantling of a major IoT botnet and the implications for device security. They emphasize the importance of keeping devices updated and the risks associated with neglected IoT devices. The conversation also explores the landscape of cybercrime, highlighting how bad actors operate and profit from vulnerabilities. The episode concludes with insights on the future of cybersecurity and the need for awareness and proactive measures. Article: 7,000-Device Proxy Botnet Using IoT, EoL Systems Dismantled in U.S. - Dutch Operation https://thehackernews.com/2025/05/breaking-7000-device-proxy-botnet-using.html?m=1&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExUkZqNkM4QmEyTmNlM2VSUQEeU1Iac_fcz0QhlCPG5-TflrbhMyMF7RPU0m1R8S5-XhjmTEu7KUFg5oL0j5I_aem_DfY--ZYjuSC-BLvEvG6BxQ Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Socials: Website - www.ramcyber.io Heroes Media Group: https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/ Audio - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/id1542479181 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theothersideofthefirewall7511 ReppedFLIX - https://lnkd.in/eVis2CbS WDJY 99.1 FM: https://www.wdjyfm.com/ TuneIn: https://lnkd.in/e2crcZU8 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556539026086 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theothersideofthefw X (Twitter) - https://twitter.com/Ask_a_CISSP TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ryanwilliams683 Medium - https://medium.com/@ryanwilliamssenior Subscribe to LinkedIn Newsletter - https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7172626552545865728 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/ Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, and Threads - @ryrysecurityguy Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisabacon/ Daniel on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-acevedo-3a8b641b/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity News 01:00 Dismantling the IoT Proxy Botnet 04:13 The Impact of End-of-Life Devices 08:16 Best Practices for IoT Security 12:04 The Future of Cybersecurity and IoT 14:09 Closing Thoughts and Community Engagement #cybersecurity #iot #vulnerability
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    14 mins
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