Storm⚡️Watch - 9/12/23

In the Storm Watch podcast episode from September 12, 2023, the host discusses the value of private group chats and the resurgence of IRC. They mention the creation of a new Discord server for their community and express concerns about Salesforce's ownership of Slack. The conversation then shifts to the recent Apple vulnerabilities, emphasizing the importance of patching devices and staying informed about security issues.

The host also talk about the LastPass breach, in which the company was hacked, and the subsequent poor handling of the situation. They advise listeners to switch to two-factor authentication and change their passwords in response to the breach. The episode also covers the theft of $35 million from crypto accounts, which may be linked to the LastPass breach.

The podcast touches on the topic of known exploited vulnerabilities, expressing frustration with the lack of timely information about such incidents. The host and guests then engage in a discussion about their predictions for the number of vulnerabilities to be discovered in the coming week.

In conclusion, the host encourages listeners to stay safe, be cautious when interacting with strangers, and reach out to the Storm Watch community through various platforms, including Slack, social media, and Discord.