Final Encore Episode - Research, Cybersecurity Awareness and Training

Final Encore Episode - Research, Cybersecurity Awareness and Training

Author: Jim Love January 3, 2026 Duration: 1:23:55

In this episode, host Jim Love discusses the importance of cybersecurity awareness and training, featuring insights from Michael Joyce of the Human-Centric Cybersecurity Partnership at the University of Montreal and David Shipley of Beauceron Security. They explore the impact of cybersecurity awareness programs, the decay of sustained vigilance post-training, and the nuances between phishing reporting and clicking behaviors. The conversation also critiques recent research claims that question the efficacy of phishing training, emphasizing the need for continuous, empirically supported approaches in cybersecurity education. The episode highlights the value of balanced, layered defenses involving both technical solutions and informed user behavior.

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Announcement
00:14 Sponsorship Acknowledgment
00:35 The Nature of Cybersecurity Awareness
01:09 Introduction to the Research Show
01:21 Guest Introductions
02:15 Human-Centric Cybersecurity Partnership
03:46 The Importance of Canadian Research
04:40 Cybersecurity and Culture
05:27 The Role of Research in Cybersecurity
07:12 David's Research and Collaboration with Michael
08:46 The Value of Independent Research
13:33 Cybersecurity Awareness Month Impact
17:23 Phishing Simulation and Reporting
23:49 Awareness Decay and Vigilance
30:55 The Importance of Reporting and Feedback Loops
40:00 Optimal Frequency for Cybersecurity Training
40:27 Critiques and Misconceptions in Phishing Training
42:00 Empirical Data and Training Effectiveness
43:19 Insights from Phishing Simulations
47:14 Understanding Why People Click
52:43 Challenges in Cybersecurity Research
01:04:06 The Importance of Layered Defenses
01:17:17 Concluding Thoughts on Cybersecurity Training


Every morning, Jim Love sifts through the noise of the digital world to bring you a clear, concise briefing on what actually matters. Cybersecurity Today isn't about fearmongering; it's about practical awareness. You'll hear straightforward analysis of the most recent attacks targeting companies, from sophisticated ransomware campaigns to stealthy data theft. Jim breaks down the implications of major breach disclosures, explaining not just what was stolen, but how it happened and who is affected. The focus remains on actionable intelligence-concrete steps and strategic thinking that can help protect your organization's data and infrastructure. This daily podcast serves as an essential filter for IT professionals, business leaders, and anyone responsible for digital assets, transforming complex threats into understandable insights. Tune in for a grounded perspective on navigating an online landscape where the risks are constantly evolving, and the need for clear, timely information has never been greater.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Cybersecurity Today
Podcast Episodes
Vercel Breach Started With AI Tool [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:42
Vercel Supply-Chain Breach via AI Tool, Meta Sued Over Scam Ads, and Ransomware Surges with "The Gentleman" David Shipley covers new details on the Vercel breach, which began when an employee used the third-party AI tool…
Security Researcher Goes To War Against Microsoft [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:47
Microsoft Under Fire, NIST Scales Back NVD, FortiSandbox Critical Bugs, Vercel Breach Claims, Scattered Spider Member Pleads Guilty Host David Shipley covers five major stories: researcher "Chaotic Eclipse" publicly rele…
Cybersecurity Today Month in Review of March/April 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:21
Cybersecurity Today Month-in-Review: RSAC AI Hype, Agentic Risks, Mythos Claims, and Real-World Resilience Jim Love hosts a delayed March month-in-review with panelists David Shipley and Laura Payne, starting with RSAC t…
Cisco Warns Webex Customers Of Critical SSO Problem [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:41
WebEx SSO Vulnerability, booking.com Reservation Hijacking Risks, Windows Recall Scrutiny, and AI Vishing-as-a-Service Host Jim Love reports that Cisco disclosed a critical WebEx vulnerability (CVE-2026-2184) affecting S…
North Korean Spies DM You On Facebook [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:55
Android Mirax RAT, North Korea's Friend-Request Hacks, Adobe PDF Zero-Day, and FBI Phishing Takedown | Cybersecurity Today David Shipley covers multiple trust-based cyber threats: Mirax Android malware pushed via Meta ad…
Banks Panic As Anthropic Mythos Exposes Software Vulnerabilties [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:13
Mythos Sparks Urgent Bank Meetings, AI Shrinks Exploit Windows, CEO Phishing Beats MFA + Crypto Fraud Bust Cybersecurity Today would like to thank Meter for their support in bringing you this podcast. Meter delivers a co…