Google's Password Bug Hits Millions: Cybersecurity Today for Monday, July 29, 2024

Google's Password Bug Hits Millions & French Police Battle Malware - Cybersecurity Today In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, Jim Love covers Google's recent apology after a bug caused the passwords of 15 million Chrome users to vanish. The episode also dives into the French authorities' unique approach to combating the PlugX malware by deploying a disinfection solution. Lastly, it sheds light on the ongoing struggles with patch management in many organizations, particularly following the CrowdStrike disruption. Tune in for these stories and more, along with the challenges and solutions in today's cybersecurity landscape. 00:00 Google Apologizes for Password Vanishing Bug 01:55 French Authorities Combat PlugX Malware 03:44 The Unsexy Challenge of Patch Management 05:41 Conclusion and Show Notes