Interviews and fun with professionals, hackers, and everything in between.

Ephemeral Security
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Interviews and fun with professionals, hackers, and everything in between.
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Recent Episodes

March 26, 2025
Jason Costain - Fraud Defense with Javloc
<p>Jason Costain, founder of Javloc, joins us to discuss his 30 years of experience in fraud prevention and bank defense systems. Jason shares insights into the evolution of fraud, from early check scams to modern-day threats like voice deepfakes and machine learning-driven credit card fraud. He also highlights the UK's regulatory responses, the importance of customer education, and the role of technology in combating scams. Jason introduces Javloc's mission to help banks and companies enhance their scam defenses.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Highlights Include:</strong></p><ul><li>Early experiences with fraud and the evolution of scam tactics.</li><li>The impact of real-time payments and internet banking on global fraud.</li><li>UK regulatory measures like the voluntary refund code and consumer protection reforms.</li><li>Advanced scam techniques, including voice deepfakes and machine learning.</li><li>The role of banks in educating customers and implementing biometric security measures.</li><li>Javloc's approach to advising organizations on fraud prevention.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Pick of the Week:</strong></p><ul><li>Steve Stonebraker - <a href="https://www.noiser.com/real-dictators" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Real Dictators</a> podcast.</li><li>Jason Costain - <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Surrounded-Psychopaths-Yourself-Manipulated-Exploited/dp/1250763886" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Surrounded by Psychopaths</a> by Thomas Erikson.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Guest:</strong><br>Jason Costain - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-costain-b529746/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-costain-b529746/</a><br>Javloc - <a href="https://www.javloc.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.javloc.com/</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Links</strong>:</p><p>Podcast Website: <a href="https://ephemeralsecuritypodcast.com/">https://ephemeralsecuritypodcast.com</a></p><p>Steve's Other Podcast: <a href="https://aolunderground.com/">https://aolunderground.com/</a></p><p>Brakertech LLC: <a href="https://brakertech.com/">https://brakertech.com</a></p><p>Github: <a href="https://github.com/ssstonebraker">https://github.com/ssstonebraker</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Social</strong>:</p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevestonebraker">https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevestonebraker</a></p><p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/brakertech">https://twitter.com/brakertech</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Credits</strong>:</p><p>Audio Editing by Sam Fox - <a href="mailto:sam.fox.london@gmail.com">sam.fox.london@gmail.com</a></p><p>Intro music by Margo Stonebraker</p>

January 24, 2025
Dr. Ethan Heilman - Enhancing Security with Bastion Zero and Exploring AI Ethics
<p>Dr. Ethan Heilman, CTO of Bastion Zero, joins us to discuss the latest advancements in secure access technology and the ethical implications of AI systems. Dr. Heilman explains how Bastion Zero provides secure, passwordless access to servers, databases, and Kubernetes clusters without the need for VPNs or SSH keys. Key features include session recording, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and short-lived credentials to ensure robust security.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Highlights include:</p> <p>Bastion Zero’s Approach to Secure Access:</p> <p>Eliminates shared credentials by using SSL identities and MFA.</p> <p>Enables real-time session monitoring and auditing.</p> <p>Supports secure access for on-premises and cloud environments (AWS, GCP, etc.).</p> <p>Introduces Split Cert, a multi-party computation (MPC) technique for generating secure, short-lived database credentials without single points of compromise.</p> <p>Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) and Kubernetes Access:</p> <p><br></p> <p>Pick of the Week: Steve Stonebraker - <a href="https://www.insider.com/man-assassinate-queen-elizabeth-confided-plans-ai-chatbot-girlfriend-2023-7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">The man who broke into Windsor Castle to assassinate the late Queen with a crossbow had discussed his plans with his AI chatbot girlfriend</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.vice.com/en/article/pkadgm/man-dies-by-suicide-after-talking-with-ai-chatbot-widow-says" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Man Dies by Suicide After Talking with AI Chatbot, Widow Says</a></p> <p> Ethan Heilman - <a href="https://acoup.blog/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">A Collection of Unmitigated Pedantry – A history blog offering in-depth, approachable explorations of historical topics.</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>Guest:</p> <p>Dr. Ethan Heilman - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rigney/"></a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ethan-heilman-39896934/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/ethan-heilman-39896934/</a></p> <p>BastionZero's website - <a href="https://www.bastionzero.com/ ">https://www.bastionzero.com/ </a></p> <p>Video on how multiple MFA works with Bastion Zero - <a href="https://brakertech.com/aws-systems-manager-session-manager-on-steroids/">https://brakertech.com/aws-systems-manager-session-manager-on-steroids/</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>Links:</p> <p>Podcast Website: <a href="https://ephemeralsecuritypodcast.com/">https://ephemeralsecuritypodcast.com</a></p> <p>Steve's Other Podcast: <a href="https://aolunderground.com/">https://aolunderground.com/</a></p> <p>Brakertech LLC: <a href="https://brakertech.com/">https://brakertech.com</a></p> <p>Github: <a href="https://github.com/ssstonebraker">https://github.com/ssstonebraker</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>Social:</p> <p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevestonebraker">https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevestonebraker</a></p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/brakertech">https://twitter.com/brakertech</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>Credits:</p> <p>Audio Editing by Sam Fox - <a href="mailto:sam.fox.london@gmail.com">sam.fox.london@gmail.com</a></p> <p>Intro music by Margo Stonebraker</p>

January 5, 2024
Jim Rigney - Senior Director - InfoSec Architecture, Engineering, Operations
<p>We dive deep into the evolution of neworks and security from early internet to today.</p> <p> <strong>Mentioned in the show:</strong><a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/07/18/biden-harris-administration-announces-cybersecurity-labeling-program-for-smart-devices-to-protect-american-consumers/#:~:text=The%20new%20%E2%80%9CU.S.%20Cyber%20Trust,smart%20fitness%20trackers%2C%20and%20more." target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow">Cyber Trust Mark</a><strong></strong></p> <p><strong>Pick of the Week:</strong> Steve Stonebraker - <a href="https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_artifice_girl" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow">The Artifice Girl</a> Jim Rigney - <a href="https://youtu.be/jqONINYF17M?si=m6TshcP5KmjF2Z6B" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow">Healthy Gamer GG - "You Are Burned Out And Don't Even Know It"</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Episode Show Notes:</strong></p> <p>Jim Rigney - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rigney/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer nofollow">https://www.linkedin.com/in/rigney/</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Links:</strong></p> <p>Podcast Website: <a href="https://ephemeralsecuritypodcast.com/">https://ephemeralsecuritypodcast.com</a></p> <p>Steve's Other Podcast: <a href="https://aolunderground.com/">https://aolunderground.com/</a></p> <p>Brakertech LLC: <a href="https://brakertech.com/">https://brakertech.com</a></p> <p>Github: <a href="https://github.com/ssstonebraker">https://github.com/ssstonebraker</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Social:</strong></p> <p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevestonebraker">https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevestonebraker</a></p> <p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/brakertech">https://twitter.com/brakertech</a></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Credits:</strong></p> <p>Audio Editing by Sam Fox - <a href="mailto:sam.fox.london@gmail.com">sam.fox.london@gmail.com</a></p> <p>Intro music by Margo Stonebraker</p>
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