Cybersecurity Aficionado, Privacy Advocate, VP @BishopFox, Founder and Co-Host of the Shared Security Podcast (@SharedSec). My blog: https://t.co/qa1D1heaHG
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Tom Eston focuses on privacy and cybersecurity, with a particular emphasis on expert commentary, how-to guides, and press releases. Given this focus, he would likely be most responsive to pitches offering deep insights into emerging cybersecurity trends and challenges.
Eston's coverage also includes practical advice for individuals regarding privacy and security issues. Therefore, sources who can provide actionable tips or best practices related to password security, physical attacks, or scam prevention could find success in pitching to him.
As there is no geographic focus specified for Tom's work, his themes seem more globally oriented rather than region-specific.
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A landmark jury verdict has found Meta and YouTube negligent in a social media addiction case, raising major questions about platform accountability and legal protections under Section 230.
The dark web is often misunderstood, but it plays an important role in both privacy technology and cybercrime activity.
By: Tom Eston
Anthropic has introduced Project Glasswing, a cybersecurity initiative powered by an unreleased AI model called Claude Mythos.
New York’s latest budget proposal could fundamentally change how 3D printers work—requiring built-in software that scans and blocks certain designs. Supporters say it’s about stopping ghost guns. Critics say it opens the door to surveillance and limits innovation. In this episode, we break down what’s actually in the proposal, why it’s raising alarms across the The post New York’s 3D Printing Crackdown: Security or Surveillance? appeared first on Shared Security Podcast.
Attackers are now impersonating invitation services to trick people into clicking malicious links and sharing sensitive information. These phishing attempts look like legitimate event invites, making them especially effective. In this episode, we discuss how these scams work and what steps you can take to stay protected. Special thanks to Guardsquare for sponsoring this episode! The post Fake Party Invites and the Rise of Social Phishing Attacks appeared first on Shared Security Podcast.
World Password Day was on May 7th—but are we actually getting better at password security? In this episode, we discuss why compromised credentials are still behind the majority of breaches in 2026. From password reuse and phishing to infostealer malware and MFA bypass techniques, attackers are finding it easier than ever to log in instead The post Passwords Are Still Failing Us (World Password Day 2026) appeared first on Shared Security Podcast.
OpenAI is now allowing some ChatGPT users to connect their bank accounts and financial data directly to the platform. In this episode, we discuss the technology behind the feature, the convenience it promises, and the serious privacy and security questions it raises. From AI-generated budgeting advice to the risks of centralized financial profiling, we examine The post Should AI Have Access to Your Financial Life? appeared first on Shared Security Podcast.
Apple and Google are finally bringing end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging to iPhone and Android chats. In this episode, Tom Eston and Kevin Tackett explain why that matters, why insecure SMS is not going away anytime soon, and why Signal is still the better choice for truly sensitive conversations. They also revisit the green bubble versus The post Apple Finally Fixes One of Texting’s Biggest Security Problems appeared first on Shared Security Podcast.
Microsoft’s response to a researcher publicly disclosing proof-of-concept exploit code has reignited an old debate in security: where does responsible disclosure end and reckless disclosure begin? Tom and Scott discuss the Nightmare Eclipse controversy, the history of full disclosure, bug bounty incentives, and why legal threats against researchers may ultimately hurt customers. They also explain The post Microsoft Threatens Legal Action Over Exploit Disclosure appeared first on Shared Security Podcast.
Mobile apps are now deeply connected platforms for identities, payments, sessions, APIs, healthcare, retail, gaming, and cloud services. In this special episode, Tom Eston talks with Joel Destefano, Senior Product Manager at Guardsquare, about the modern mobile app threat landscape and why organizations can’t treat mobile security as an afterthought. Topics include runtime manipulation, API The post Mobile Application Security: What Every Organization Needs to Know appeared first on Shared Security Podcast.
