Episode 51: May 22, 2026

Episode 51: May 22, 2026

Author: Adrian North May 22, 2026 Duration: 4:50
This episode covers Microsoft shutting down a malware signing operation that weaponized their own trust systems, law enforcement dismantling a VPN service used by ransomware gangs, and a nine-year-old Linux kernel vulnerability that somehow stayed hidden in plain sight. Adrian also digs into GitHub's employee device compromise and what it means when the tools built to protect us become the very things attackers exploit.

Signal Check is a fast-paced news podcast from Adrian North that connects the dots between tech, hacking, security, and the endurance world of running and climbing. Each episode dives into the latest digital risks and breakthroughs, then shifts gears to explore how athletes push their limits on trails, roads, and rock. Listeners can expect sharp breakdowns of security stories, practical takeaways to stay safer online, and honest reflections on training, racing, and adventure. Adrian brings a curious, no-nonsense style, blending headline analysis with personal insight and a dose of "why not?" energy. Whether you are a tech professional, a runner logging miles, a climber chasing your next route, or just news-obsessed, Signal Check gives you something to think about on every run or commute. Tune in and listen episodes that challenge how you see both your devices and your body in motion.
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All that AI but is it safe?