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Security Cryptography Whatever

Deirdre Connolly, Thomas Ptacek, David Adrian
Cryptography
End-To-End Encryption
Campaign Security
Election Security
Post-Quantum Cryptography
Security
Telegram
Foreign Interference
Phishing Attacks
Cybersecurity Measures
Digital Campaigning
Cyber Threat Landscape
Political Campaigns
TLS
Diffie-Hellman
RSA
Signal Protocol
Ml-Kem
Algorithms
Cipher

Some cryptography & security people talk about security, cryptography, and whatever else is happening.

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The Python cryptography module, pyca/cryptography, has mostly been a sane wrapper around a pile of C, so that users get performant cryptography on the many, many platforms Python targets. Therefore its maintainers, Alex Gaynor and Paul Kehrer, have b... more

The International Association of Cryptologic Research held their regular election using secure voting software called Helios…and lost the keys to decrypt the results, leaving them with no choice but to throw out the vote and call a new election. Hila... more

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Apple announced its new suite of memory security improvements from the top of the stack all the way to the bottom, so we dug through what they did and how they did it (performantly). 

Watch on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=9FJwOI2PliU

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There was a bug in an OpenPGP library which finally gave us an excuse to tear encrypted email via PGP to shreds. Our special guest William Woodruff joined us to help explain the vuln and indulge our gnashing of teeth on why email was never meant to b... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Bernhard
Guest discussing cryptography and election security.
Episode: The IACR Can't Decrypt with Matt Bernhard
William Woodruff
Discusses issues with PGP encrypted email
Episode: Stop Using Encrypted Email with William Woodruff
Alex Gaynor
Former Deputy Chief Technologist at the US Federal Trade Commission
US Federal Trade Commission
Episode: Alex Gaynor
Matilda Backendahl
ETH Zurich
Episode: E2EE Storage Done Right with Matilda Backendal Jonas Hofmann and Kien Tuong Truong
Jonas Hofmann
TU Darmstadt
Episode: E2EE Storage Done Right with Matilda Backendal Jonas Hofmann and Kien Tuong Truong
Kian Tuong Truong
Returning champion
ETH Zurich
Episode: E2EE Storage Done Right with Matilda Backendal Jonas Hofmann and Kien Tuong Truong
Matt Green
Professor at John Hopkins University and crypto expert
John Hopkins University
Episode: Apple Pulls Advanced Data Protection in the UK with Matt Green and Joe Hall
Joe Hall
Distinguished technologist at the Internet Society
Internet Society
Episode: Apple Pulls Advanced Data Protection in the UK with Matt Green and Joe Hall
Nicholas Carlini
A researcher focusing on the security of machine learning and AI models
Modasano Security
Episode: Cryptanalyzing LLMs with Nicholas Carlini

Hosts

Deirdre Connolly
Host and co-host, presenting discussions on cryptography and security with an engaging perspective.
David Adrian
Host and co-host with a focus on security technology and policy implications.
Thomas Ptacek
Co-host participating in lively debates and discussions on cryptography and security.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 230 ratings
  • Excellent

    This is an amazing show where security and crypto experts discuss deeply technical topics in approachable and fun way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jk12765
    Finland3 months ago
  • Love this podcast!!

    Never a null moment!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sr_98_sr
    United Statesa year ago
  • It's very shameful indeed. It still feels to me to fall for some swindlers online who stole $13,500 BTC from me and blocked me. I tried all the seemingly reasonable recommendations I got and nothing worked until I saw Space Spy Recovery's response. I had missed it as their email came in my spam folder and immediately I followed up by providing requested data and they were able to track the transaction and my money returned. You can contact them too for assistance through Email: at soacespy@hacke... more

    Podchaser
    5
    SUSIE APPLIN
    2 years ago
  • Recovering your lost/scammed bitcoin or money as the case may be, is not a thing you can achieve all by yourself. It is wise to get help from trained specialists who are well equipped to work on the crypto network having vast knowledge about the network, using updated and upgraded softwares and private keys to follow up, trace and reverse your transactions. Asides the countless people we have helped in recovering their scammed or stolen funds, We are thankful for the victory achieved about 3 hou... more

    Podchaser
    5
    Hackburg
    2 years ago
  • Gold

    Amusing and informative and poetic!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    eahiv
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the accessibility and humor in complex discussions about cryptography and security.
Listeners enjoy the dynamic between hosts and the depth of technical discussions, often recommending the show to others.
Some feedback suggests that a more balanced host approach could enhance the listening experience.
Overall, the podcast is praised for its informative content and engaging guests.

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Apple Podcasts
#173
Germany/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#71
Finland/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#186
Sweden/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#190
Switzerland/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#226
Ukraine/Technology
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#229
Norway/Technology

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Alex Gaynor
Q: What is the FTC's technical staffing of that lawsuit look like?
There were at peak two or three of us on the case, and every technologist on our team was on multiple cases.
Alex Gaynor
Q: Can we talk Oracle vs Google? Were you there for Oracle vs Google?
I was not at the FTC for that, but I organized an amicus brief of former government software engineers.
Cryptanalyzing LLMs with Nicholas Carlini
Q: What does it take to harden a model against these kinds of attacks?
Nicholas emphasizes the importance of building systems around the models, ensuring that even if a model fails, guardrails prevent harmful actions from occurring.
Cryptanalyzing LLMs with Nicholas Carlini
Q: I'm curious how you went from straight up pentester to, you know, breaking the mathematics of ML models.
Nicholas discusses his background in security and his transition from system security to AI security, citing his initial interest in machine learning as an area with relatively little research and the opportunity it presented.
Biden’s Cyber-Everything Bagel with Carole House
Q: Can you talk a little bit about what you're trying to get at with regards to end-to-end encrypted communications inside the government?
We're trying to ensure secure communications while recognizing the challenges of logging and recording requirements.

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What is Security Cryptography Whatever about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast features discussions among experts in cryptography and security, tackling a range of topics from the latest in encryption technology to real-world implications of security measures. Episodes often include technical critiques of established tools, analysis of contemporary issues in cybersecurity, and humorous satirical dialogues that make complex concepts more accessible. The unique blend of expert interviews and casual conversation provides listeners with insights into both the technical and social aspects of security, making it appealing to those interested in technology and its impact on society. Listeners can expect a mix of serious discussions and lighthearted banter, ensuring that both novices and experts find something of... more

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