Cybersecurity Podcast - We want to bring cybersecurity to your ears, educate as well entertain you all at once. No worries, if you are new to the topic of digital security, we´ve got you covered. If you feel at home in cyberspace, we invite you to listen to experts from ESET, talk about their fascinating jobs as well as the latest threats and trends.
Why do people fall for online scams even when they know the risks? In this episode of Unlocked 403, Becks is joined by Alena Košinárová, software engineer at ESET, to explore how attackers use psychological manipulation to trick their targets.
They break down the most common tactics behind phishing, romance scams, sextortion, and impersonation. Alena explains why humans are still the easiest entry point for cybercriminals and how public data is often used to craft convincing attacks.
In a surprising twist, Alena puts her skills to the test by social engineering Becks herself.
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Topics:
(00:00) – Intro
(00:47) – Meet Alena Košinárová
(01:13) – Career Journey
(03:12) – What Is Social Engineering?
(05:36) – Offline vs. Online Attacks
(09:06) – Common Social Engineering Tactics
(11:03) – Romance Scams
(12:43) – Sextortion
(15:54) – Deepfakes & Blackmail
(17:46) – Can Security Tools Help?
(19:35) – How Hackers Gather Info
(20:24) – Social Engineering Demo
(32:31) – Red Flags to Watch
(35:02) – Top 5 Safety Tips
(37:19) – Outro
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31 Jul 2025TRANSCRIPT
Is Your Phone Spying on You?
In this episode of Unlocked 403, Becks is joined by Lukas Stefanko, leading malware researcher at ESET, to unpack the evolution of espionage in the digital age — and how our smartphones became a new battleground.
They explore the shift from Cold War tactics to today’s silent threats, like spyware tools embedded in seemingly harmless apps. From the basics of what spyware is and how it operates, to real-world examples like BadBazaar and the infamous Pegasus, this conversation dives deep into how threat actors can turn phones into surveillance devices.
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Topics:
(00:00) – Intro
(00:56) – Meet Lukas Stefanko
(01:36) – Espionage: Then & Now
(02:58) – Today’s Cyber Espionage Tools
(03:57) – What Is Spyware?
(05:58) – How Spyware Infects Devices
(08:48) – Are Smartphones More Vulnerable?
(12:37) – The BadBazaar Espionage Tool
(17:34) – How Long Does Spyware Stay Active?
(21:28) – Pegasus: Mobile Surveillance at Scale
(24:36) – Government Use of Pegasus
(26:30) – Can Spyware Tools Be Regulated?
(27:18) – Removing Spyware from Your Device
(30:10) – What About Military-Grade Spyware?
(31:17) – Top 3 Tips to Stay Safe Online
(32:45) – Outro
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30 Jun 2025TRANSCRIPT
Why Is Your Data Worth So Much?
Host Becks interviews Jake Moore, Global Security Advisor at ESET, and they examine how social media platforms collect user data, the risks involved, and how users can regain control.
3 Jun 2025TRANSCRIPT
How to get into Cybersecurity
Host Becks interviews Robert Lipovský, Principal Threat Intelligence Researcher at ESET, discussing how individuals can begin a cybersecurity career and thrive in the evolving industry, regardless of formal education.
30 Apr 2025TRANSCRIPT
Can We Counter Online Disinformation?
Why are we so quick to believe and share false information online?
In this episode of Unlocked 403, Becks talks with the lead researcher from KInIT, Jakub Šimko, to explore how social media’s design and human psychology work together to fuel the spread of false information.
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Topics:
(00:00) - Intro
(00:53) - Discover KInIT
(02:01) - Misinformation vs. Disinformation
(03:27) - The spread of false information
(05:07) - Which topics gain the most traction?
(06:31) - Evolution of disinformation tactics
(07:50) - Is attention span at fault?
(08:40) - How is false information created?
(12:15) - Deepfake Quizz - Image sample
(13:32) - Deepfake Quizz - Image sample
(14:14) - Deepfake Quizz - Video sample
(15:43) - Deepfake Quizz - Audio sample
(18:05) - Deepfake Quizz - Results
(18:43) - Why are we susceptible to misinformation?
(21:05) - Seeing things from both perspectives
(22:42) - AI to counter disinformation?
(24:39) - Censorship
(25:57) - Free speech vs. Content moderation
(27:28) - Jakub Šimko's advice
(28:33) - Outro
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28 Feb 2025TRANSCRIPT
AI's Biggest Surprises of 2024
Welcome to Season 2 of Unlocked 403! Kicking off the new season, Becks sits down with cybersecurity expert Ondrej Kubovič to break down the biggest AI developments of the past year—the good, the bad, and the downright unexpected.
From AI’s role in modern warfare to its impact on everyday life, we explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the world around us. What were the most surprising AI breakthroughs? How is it influencing cybersecurity? And what does the future hold? Tune in to find out!
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Topics:
(00:00) - Intro
(00:50) - Ondrej is back!
(01:52) - What´s new with AI?
(03:02) - Agentic AI
(05:14) - Still MLM’s
(06:16) - Most surprising use of AI
(09:34) - AI in modern war
(11:32) - How AI is changing warfare?
(13:20) - Could AI decide to destroy humanity?
(14:25) - AI in healthcare
(16:10) - AI in cybersecurity
(17:37) - How cybercriminals are using AI?
(20:05) - Follow-up scams
(21:34) - How to fight AI scams?
(23:04) - Nobody is prepared
(24:40) - AI trends in 2025
(27:14) - AI-generated content
(29:00) - AI in CyberSec predictions in 2025
(30:00) - What people get wrong about AI?
(31:55) - Outro
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31 Jan 2025
What is Penetration Testing?
In this episode of Unlocked 403, cybersecurity podcast, Becks dives into the fascinating world of ethical hacking with two expert pentesters! Together, they explore the ins and outs of online and offline ethical hacking, breaking down how professionals identify vulnerabilities while staying on the right side of the law.
From social engineering tricks to internal testing strategies, you’ll get an inside look at how pentesters approach their craft, plus, how shockingly easy it is to disable a home alarm system – and how to protect yourself from these types of attacks.
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Topics:
(00:00) - Intro
(00:53) - What is penetration testing?
(02:54) - Permission to hack
(04:15) - What does pentesting look like?
05:09 - Reversing the source code
(06:08) - Social engineering
(07:08) - Prank people for a living
(08:32) - Physical penetration testing
(08:53) - The easiest way to get into any building
(09:31) - Live demo of Replay attack
(15:34) - Which industries need pentesting most?
(17:40) - AI & Ethical hacking
(21:56) - How to get into pentesting?
(23:49) - Tips to stay safe online
(27:05) - Where can you learn more about pentesting?
(28:52) - Outro
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13 Dec 2024TRANSCRIPT
Unwrapping Christmas Scams
Becks and ESET's Global Security Advisor Jake Moore expose the sneaky tactics scammers use to exploit the holiday season, keeping your online holiday spirit merry and secure.
29 Nov 2024TRANSCRIPT
Is Your Business REALLY Cyber Secure?
Becks and cybersecurity expert Michal Jankech, VP of SMB, MSP, and Enterprise Segment at ESET, dissect the latest B2B cybersecurity strategies to help businesses fortify their defenses and stay ahead of emerging threats.
30 Sept 2024
How to keep children safe online?
Hey, wanna chat?
A seemingly innocent message between adults, but between an adult and a child it can lead to grooming.
In this episode of Unlocked 403, a cybersecurity podcast brought to you by ESET, Becks sat down with Kamila Ryšánková, a child psychologist, to discuss what grooming is and why some kids may be more susceptible to falling prey.
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Topics:
(00:00) Intro
(01:16) What is grooming?
(02:06) Online VS offline grooming
(03:02) Who is targeted more: boys or girls?
(03:46) Groomer = Pedophile?
(04:31) Are some kids more susceptible?
(5:27) Isolating the child
(06:21) How do groomers prepare?
(07:51) Child's response to cybergrooming
(08:44) Why don’t kids share with their parents?
(10:18) Effects on the child
(12:45) Underreported crime
(13:09) Why parents don't report it?
(14:36) What should a child do?
(15:41) Preventing cybergrooming
(16:25) Internet = city
(17:02) Talking to kids about grooming
(17:51) Grandma rule
(18:38) Identifying groomers’ messages
(19:55) Red flags
(21:05) Top 3 advice for parents
(22:46) Parental control
(23:52) Outro
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28 Aug 2024TRANSCRIPT
Influencing the influencers
Join us for the 6th episode of ESET's Unlocked 403 podcast (https://youtu.be/f466CiGJdak). This time, Becks spoke to Zuzana Legathova, Senior Manager of Analyst and Tester Relations, at ESET, explore future trends in cybersecurity and those on their way out. A must-listen for anyone interested in the evolving cybersecurity landscape.
Topics:
(00:00) Intro.
(1:00) What’s the Analyst Relations manager job?
(1:44) Are you spying?
(3:21) A day in the life of Analyst Relations.
(4:33) Analyst repost = Research?
(5:01) The impact of Analyst Relations.
(6:26) How are customers making decisions?
(7:31) Can you predict the future?
(9:44) Do criminals also look into the reports?
(10:52) Analysts VS. Testers
(12:33) Can the hardware be tested?
(14:17) What are the biggest Cybersecurity trends?
(15:08) What’s the “Zero trust”?
(16:52) Is Cloud security genuinely secure?
(18:04) Dying trend.
(18:57) We don’t use Antivirus anymore.
(22:44) Future risks.
(23:59) TOP 3 things to stay safe online.
(24:53) Should we be scared of Google?
(25:24) Outro.
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30 Jul 2024TRANSCRIPT
Exploring Android Threats
Did you know a ducky can control your phone?
Welcome to Episode #5 of Unlocked 403, where we dive deep into Android security threats with Lukas Stefanko, a leading malware researcher at ESET.
In this episode, we explore some of the most intriguing and dangerous Android threats Lukas has encountered in his career, and he also shares crucial tips on how to stay safe online and protect your personal information.
Watch the full episode on our Youtube channel (https://youtu.be/_Jg8Ol6zbio) as we perform 3 live demonstrations revealing how easy it is to take control of your device. This is a must-watch!
Topics:
(00:00) Intro
(01:05) Let’s talk about Malware
(02:30) Does it get easier to discover harmful code?
(03:30) What sparked your interest in Android threats?
(04:35) What are the most common types?
(05:15) Do people still get tricked by Phishing?
(05:59) How could malicious apps get into your phone?
(07:32) How to recognize compromised applications?
(08:28) Andriod vs. iOS - which is better
(10:55) Security of the app stores
(13:30) It’s not just antivirus anymore
(14:10) What’s the most interesting Android threat you´ve ever seen?
(16:05) Attacking devices
(16:46) Demo 1: Exploiting physical security with Flipper Zero
(18:42) Demo 2: Exploiting Wi-Fi security with M5StickC
(22:00) Demo 3: Bluetooth vulnerability in unpatched Android device
(25:14) How are we protecting people from these types of attacks?
(26:22) App Defense Alliance
(27:16) TOP 3 things to stay safe online
(28:39) Outro
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21 Jun 2024TRANSCRIPT
How to navigate IoT Risks?
What if a movie became a reality? And what if the traffic lights were suddenly switched on all at the same time?
On this latest episode of Unlocked 403, ESET cybersecurity podcast, our host Becks spoke to Righard Zwienenberg, Senior Research Fellow. They covered the world of IoTs, the differences between personal and industrial IoTs, and how one might go about protecting them.
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3 May 2024TRANSCRIPT
How to inspire future scientists?
When science and art collide, they fuse and create Starmus!🚀
Join us at Starmus Earth and witness the magic unfold before your eyes.
Catch the latest episode of Unlocked 403 Podcast, where Becks delves into the world of Starmus with Dr. Garik Israelian, the mastermind behind the festival. 🎙️
Get ready for an intriguing discussion about the importance of science and its communication, touched on the speed of cyber threats and even discovered who was a rebel in school.
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11 Mar 2024TRANSCRIPT
Threat Intelligence in Hybrid War
Did you know cybercriminals can turn off electricity in an entire town just by a click of a button?
In this episode of Unlocked 403, Becks is joined by Robert Lipovsky, Principal Threat Intelligence researcher at ESET, to discuss Threat Intelligence, what a malware researcher does, and how to become one.
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9 Feb 2024TRANSCRIPT
Is AI even real?
Join us on an extraordinary journey into the world of AI with Security Awareness Specialist, Ondrej Kubovic!
This episode of our new podcast, Unlocked 403, is set to ignite your curiosity and unravel the mysteries of artificial intelligence. 🚀🔍
Don't miss it and stay tuned to learn more!
Chapters:
(00:00) Introduction
(00:55) What is AI?
(02:12) Does AI understand when you're nice to it?
(05:03) Is it actual AI?
(07:03) How ethical is this technology?
(10:13) Can AI make decisions?
(12:29) AI can be poisoned
(13:27) Can you believe what you see online?
(14:32) Earthquake that never happened
(16:18) How to navigate online through the fakes
(19:42) AI-generated influencers
(21:31) Сan AI affect the general elections?
(24:47) Building of an AI-checker
(28:22) Sextortion
(32:00) How do you prevent your images from being stolen?
(35:35) Voice cloning
(36:53) How is AI changing the cybercriminal landscape?
(39:14) AI makes mistakes to sound more human
(41:28) How do you fight against AI-based threats?
(43:13) What's good about AI?
(45:53) Conclusion
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How Social Engineering Really Works
Published 15 Oct 2025 · Transcript excerpt
[…] Whether it is our compassion, our loneliness, our need to connect with people, our ego, frankly. All these things can be misused in social engineering. Major part of what you can do with social engineering is that you can gather information and get extra information that you otherwise wouldn't get. So, that in itself provides a very good base for other attacks, even at the technical ones. Because if I know that you are the type of person who would use a specific software, for instance, I might want to use that against you. If I know that you seem to be a type of person who doesn't really do messenger or like chat applications, but you do email a lot, then maybe emailing you something would work better. […]
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