loader from loading.io

#91: When AI Becomes the Cybercriminal (And Not Just the Criminal’s Tool)

DIY Cyber Guy

Release Date: 01/05/2026

#93 – Can AI Be Used As A Foundation for Professional Work? show art #93 – Can AI Be Used As A Foundation for Professional Work?

DIY Cyber Guy

AI benchmarks are broken—and misplaced trust is dangerous. Our guest, Michael Sena, CSO and Co-Founder of Recall, explains why flawed AI testing creates false confidence, and how continuous, community-driven evaluation is required before AI can safely underpin professional work.

info_outline
#92 – Unintended Training for AI – What You Should Know show art #92 – Unintended Training for AI – What You Should Know

DIY Cyber Guy

Amazon warned employees after ChatGPT divulged proprietary data. That is not a theory—it is a real AI risk. In this episode, Walter Haydock, Founder of StackAware, exposes “unintended training,” how it happens, and how employees can use AI without leaking confidential data.

info_outline
#91: When AI Becomes the Cybercriminal (And Not Just the Criminal’s Tool) show art #91: When AI Becomes the Cybercriminal (And Not Just the Criminal’s Tool)

DIY Cyber Guy

AI is no longer just a hacker’s tool—it is the hacker. In this episode, M.K. Palmore, CEO of Apogee Global and former Marine, FBI cyber leader, and Google Cloud executive, explains how agentic AI is changing cyber defense, and how leaders must respond now.

info_outline
#90: The Discord Breach – Could it Happen to You? show art #90: The Discord Breach – Could it Happen to You?

DIY Cyber Guy

Complyance CEO Richa Kaul discusses how third parties can expose sensitive data (passports, IDs) and provides actionable steps to prevent loss and protect revenue.

info_outline
#89 – Is The Expanding Quantum Computing Workforce Your Next Career Move? show art #89 – Is The Expanding Quantum Computing Workforce Your Next Career Move?

DIY Cyber Guy

Do you think Quantum Computing jobs are just for PhD's and physics geniuses? Not anymore. Your current SaaS, business, or marketing skills are desperately needed to build this new industry. Izhar Medalsy tells us how to jump careers, and why the new quantum computing industry is already exciting.

info_outline
#88 – Why We Need Quantum Sensing to Support GPS show art #88 – Why We Need Quantum Sensing to Support GPS

DIY Cyber Guy

Someone threatened a world leadser's flight by jamming her plane's GPS system.  In Episode 88 of DIY Cyber Guy, David Schropfer and Q-CTRL’s Aravind Ratnam reveal how quantum sensing could make global navigation jam-proof and redefine aviation safety using a the earth's natural magnetic field.

info_outline
#87: How to Use AI to Create a Competitive Advantage Without Losing Control show art #87: How to Use AI to Create a Competitive Advantage Without Losing Control

DIY Cyber Guy

AI can fuel your edge—or leak your data. In this episode, RealVNC CPO/CTO Neil Gad joins David to unpack zero-trust, workspace segmentation, and why 94% of orgs saw identity/access incidents last year. Learn concrete steps to harness AI without losing control.

info_outline
#86: Are You Drowning In Account Sprawl, And Don’t Know It? show art #86: Are You Drowning In Account Sprawl, And Don’t Know It?

DIY Cyber Guy

Are you sure every login in your company is legit? Cybersecurity leader Matt Topper exposes the hidden chaos of account sprawl—where forgotten logins and shadow SaaS tools quietly drain budgets and open doors for hackers. Learn how simple, free steps can tighten security and save thousands.

info_outline
#85 – What Happens When A Fortune 5 Company Fails Cybersecurity 101 show art #85 – What Happens When A Fortune 5 Company Fails Cybersecurity 101

DIY Cyber Guy

Even Fortune 5 firms fail at Cybersecurity 101. Paul Tracey discusses how small businesses and even home users can block the same attacks.

info_outline
#84 - Is Your Data Secure When You Use AI? show art #84 - Is Your Data Secure When You Use AI?

DIY Cyber Guy

Is Your Data Secure When You Use AI? Navy intel veteran, engineer, and attorney Cordell Robinson reveals how AI handles your data, what to share, and practical steps to protect privacy, comply with standards, and avoid mistakes.

info_outline
 
More Episodes

AI is no longer just a hacker’s tool—it is the hacker. In this episode, M.K. Palmore, CEO of Apogee Global and former Marine, FBI cyber leader, and Google Cloud executive, explains how agentic AI is changing cyber defense, and how leaders must respond now.