{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Zero Breach Zone","title":"Season 2 Kickoff: The ‘Hi, How Are You?’ Scam & Smarter Cyber Threats in 2026","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/5375708c\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1276,"description":"Episode Description:\n\nWelcome to Season 2, Episode 1 of the Zero Breach Zone podcast. Phil Hintz and Andy Lombardo dive into the latest cybersecurity threats facing K-12 schools.\nThey break down the rise of scam tactics like the “Hi, how are you?” texts and long-term “pig butchering” schemes, highlighting how attackers are shifting beyond email into more personal and trusted channels. The hosts share real-world examples and explain why even small interactions with scammers can increase risk.\nThe conversation also focuses on a growing concern, student cybersecurity. From compromised student accounts to new training initiatives, Phil and Andy emphasize the importance of building safe habits early to protect school environments.\nPhil also shares a fun and inspiring story about students breaking a Guinness World Record by building the world’s largest Pong game, showcasing how coding and innovation are shaping the next generation of cybersecurity talent.\nThe episode wraps with insights on evolving threats, student MFA challenges, and practical ways schools can stay ahead.\nKey Takeaways:Text-based scams are rapidly increasing and highly effective“Pig butchering” scams rely on long-term trust and manipulationEngaging with scammers can make you a bigger targetCyber threats are expanding beyond email into trusted platformsStudent accounts are a growing risk and need proper trainingEarly cybersecurity education is criticalMFA for students requires balancing security and usabilityChapters:\n00:00 Season 2 Kickoff and Reflections\n01:30 New Year, New Cyber Threat Landscape\n02:30 The Rise of “Hi, How Are You?” Scam Texts\n04:30 Understanding Pig Butchering Scams\n06:30 Real-World Scam Examples and Family Stories\n08:30 Why You Should Not Engage with Scammers\n10:00 Expanding Threats Beyond Email\n11:30 Scareware and Social Engineering Tactics\n13:00 Student Cybersecurity Risks\n14:30 CyberNut Student Training Overview\n16:30 Building Safe Habits for Students\n17:45 MFA Challenges and...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/Zk4xLtvPAUeZpaPx18hyw9vp_c2PAVdRDBwsovlpg_E/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8yNjhh/N2EzNGU2NWI1ZTQ2/OTBkZjZhM2M5YTA4/YzAyNS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}