Oct 30, 20267 minS1
Episode Summary: On October 29, 2026, a performance-monitoring script Polymarket loaded from an outside vendor was swapped for code that used logged-in traders' open sessions to sell positions and move funds out...
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Byte Sized Security
Hosted by Marc David · technology · EN
About this Podcast:
In a world where cyberattacks are becoming more commonplace, we all need to be vigilant about protecting our digital lives, whether at home or at work. Byte Sized Security is the podcast that provides snackable advice on cybersecurity best practices tailored for professionals on the go.Hosted by information security expert, Marc David, each 15-20 minute episode provides actionable guidance to help listeners safeguard their devices, data, and organizations against online threats. With new episodes released every Monday, Byte Sized Security covers topics like social engineering, password management, multi-factor authentication, security awareness training, regulatory compliance, incident response, and more.Whether you're an IT professional, small business owner, developer, or just someone interested in learning more about cybersecurity, Byte Sized Security is the quick, easy way to pick up useful tips and insights you can immediately put into practice. The clear, jargon-free advice is
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What is Byte Sized Security about?
In a world where cyberattacks are becoming more commonplace, we all need to be vigilant about protecting our digital lives, whether at home or at work. Byte Sized Security is the podcast that provides snackable advice on cybersecurity best practices tailored for professionals on the go.
Who hosts Byte Sized Security?
Byte Sized Security is hosted by Marc David. The show has published 49 episodes to date.
What has Byte Sized Security covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Ep51: Polymarket Had a CSP. Here's Why It Didn't Help" (30 October 2026, 7 minutes), "Ep50: Arrested in a State She'd Never Visited: The Cash App Account in Her Name" (23 October 2026, 3 minutes), and "Ep48: A Short Poem About MFA" (12 October 2026, 2 minutes).
How often does Byte Sized Security publish?
Byte Sized Security publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 7 minutes across 49 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Byte Sized Security?
Booking probability for Byte Sized Security is 32%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Byte Sized Security requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Byte Sized Security's contact route on record: verified email.
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The strongest fits for Byte Sized Security are IT Services & Software Development and Business & Management Consulting. Byte Sized Security has a technology audience.
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Marc David hosts Byte Sized Security, a technology podcast with 49 episodes published.
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- Oct 23, 20263 minS1
Episode Summary: In this short episode, Marc covers 404 Media's reporting on Amanda Smith, a Pennsylvania woman arrested on an Arkansas warrant after someone opened a Cash App account with her Social Security number and...
Episode #48
Ep48: A Short Poem About MFA
Oct 12, 20262 minS1A 20-second poem about multi-factor authentication (MFA), the second step that proves it's really you when you log in. Main Takeaway A password alone can be copied, lost, or sold. Add a second factor, ideally a hardware...
Episode #47
Ep47: Why AI Risks Are Different
Sep 19, 20269 minS1Episode Summary: Someone told Marc that AI panic is nothing new — just the printing press or nuclear weapons all over again. He disagreed, and it turns out there was a report to back it up. In this episode he breaks...
- Sep 10, 202610 minS1
Roughly 98.5% of all known CVEs have never been exploited. In this episode I break down a conversation between Jeremiah Grossman and Robert Hansen of Root Evidence, and host Raphael Mudge, on the Down the Rabbit Hole...
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- Jul 28, 202611 minS1
Episode Summary: Binance fires employees who repeatedly fail its monthly phishing tests — while the entire security-awareness industry insists you should never punish someone for clicking. In this episode Marc breaks...
- Jul 22, 202610 minS1
Episode Summary: California just made deleting yourself from data brokers a single free request. In this episode Marc breaks down the state's new DROP tool: what it deletes, how to file it in a few minutes, why August...
- Jun 1, 202612 minS1
Episode Summary: A Reddit thread on r/cybersecurity asked a simple question: what's the best personality trait for working in cyber? The answers — with hundreds of upvotes — weren't about hacking or certifications. They...
Episode #42
Three Privacy Actions You Need Today
Jul 5, 20257 minS1<p># Byte Sized Security Show Notes</p><p>## Episode Title: </p><p>3 Immediate Actions to Protect Your Privacy Today</p><p>## Episode Summary:</p><p>In this episode of Byte Sized Security, host Marc David outlines three...
- Jul 3, 20253 minS1
<p>Episode Summary:</p><p>In this episode, we explore the alarming discovery that many of the top-rated VPN apps on the App Store and Google Play are secretly owned by Chinese companies. These VPNs pose a serious risk...
- May 30, 20255 minS1
<p>The Imminent AI Job Crisis: Are You Prepared?</p><p>This episode highlights the alarming prediction by Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, that AI could eliminate half of all entry-level white-collar jobs within the next...
- May 27, 20253 minS1
<p>Adapt or Replace: How AI is Changing Entry-Level Job Markets</p><p>AI has already impacted the job market significantly, particularly affecting entry-level positions. The script highlights that entry-level hiring has...
Episode #38
Spot Phishing Emails: Stay Safe
May 21, 20253 minS1<p># Episode: "Avoiding the Phishing Bait: How to Spot Scam Emails"</p><p>## Episode Summary</p><p>In this episode of Byte Sized Security, host Marc David breaks down how to identify phishing emails. He provides...
- May 19, 20254 minS1
<p>**Episode Summary:**</p><p>Marc David dives into the rapidly evolving world of deepfakes and digital deception, projecting forward to 2025. The episode explores the alarming growth in deepfake use, driven by...
- Feb 3, 202521 minS1
<p>AI Security and Competition: Unpacking the Debate Around DeepSeek</p><p>This episode delves into the controversy surrounding DeepSeek, a Chinese AI considered by some as a national security threat. It questions...
Episode #35
Ep35: So TikTok might manipulate Americans?
Jan 14, 20253 minS1<p>The Double Standards of Social Media Manipulation: Facebook vs. TikTok</p><p>This episode delves into the contrasting treatment of Facebook and TikTok concerning data manipulation and national security. It highlights...
- Jan 13, 20253 minS1
<p>The Real Threat of TikTok: Manipulation by Any Owner</p><p>The video discusses the controversy surrounding TikTok and the calls to ban it due to national security concerns. It questions the hypocrisy of other social...
- Nov 6, 20244 minS1
<p>Do You Need Coding Skills to Succeed as a Security Engineer?</p><p>In this episode, we debunk the myth that coding expertise, particularly in Python, is essential for success in cybersecurity engineering. While many...
- Oct 30, 20247 minS1
<p>Dismantling Gatekeeping in Cybersecurity: Embracing Diverse Talents</p><p>The episode discusses the need to move beyond gatekeeping in cybersecurity, which often prioritizes coding skills over diverse talents. It...
- Oct 29, 20248 minS1
<p>Tailoring Your Resume with AI: My Honest Experience with Claude</p><p>We're diving into the often daunting task of tailoring resumes for specific jobs and how an AI tool, Claude, made this process significantly...
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