# Kaspersky on The No Agenda Show Kaspersky comes up in 8 chapters across 8 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from June 2012 to December 2017. - **Chapters:** 8 - **Episodes:** 8 - **Discussed:** June 2012 – December 2017 - **Related topics:** [Stuxnet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stuxnet.md), [Cybersecurity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cybersecurity.md), [Russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [Symantec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/symantec.md), [Bloomberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bloomberg.md), [Bruce Willis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bruce-willis.md), [Carnival](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carnival.md), [Cyber Security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyber-security.md), [Federal Government](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-government.md), [Flame Virus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flame-virus.md) ## Chapters 1–8 of 8 ### Kaspersky Lab Federal Ban, Stuxnet Discovery Retaliation - **Episode:** [992: Robo-Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/992-robo-trump.md) - **Published:** 2017-12-21 - **Time:** 1:16:51–1:18:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/992-robo-trump/chapter/kaspersky-lab-federal-ban-stuxnet-discovery-retaliation.md An amendment to the NDAA officially bans the use of Russian-based Kaspersky Lab software across the federal government due to security risks. The move is characterized as potential retaliation for Kaspersky's role in uncovering the Stuxnet virus. Kaspersky Lab has announced plans to sue the U.S. government over the ban. Keywords: [kaspersky lab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kaspersky-lab.md), [cybersecurity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cybersecurity.md), [stuxnet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stuxnet.md), [federal government](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/federal-government.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md) ### Michael Flynn Russian Payments, Leading Authorities Speakers Bureau - **Episode:** [914: Fack Base](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/914-fack-base.md) - **Published:** 2017-03-23 - **Time:** 1:31:45–1:34:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/914-fack-base/chapter/michael-flynn-russian-payments-leading-authorities-speakers-bureau.md General Michael Flynn is under fire for receiving $34,000 from RT to attend a 2015 gala in Moscow where he sat next to Vladimir Putin. Investigations also reveal payments from Kaspersky Labs and a $600,000 lobbying contract involving Turkey. The hosts explain how the "speakers bureau" industry works, suggesting Flynn was likely part of a pre-packaged group of speakers booked by the agency Leading Authorities. Keywords: [michael flynn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-flynn.md), [rt](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rt.md), [vladimir putin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vladimir-putin.md), leading authorities, [speakers bureau](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/speakers-bureau.md), kaspersky labs, [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md) ### Kaspersky Lab, Russian Cyber Security Allegations - **Episode:** [706: Scrub In!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/706-scrub-in.md) - **Published:** 2015-03-22 - **Time:** 2:36:07–2:40:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/706-scrub-in/chapter/kaspersky-lab-russian-cyber-security-allegations.md A Bloomberg report alleged deep ties between Kaspersky Lab and Russian intelligence agencies, noting founder Eugene Kaspersky's past affiliation with the KGB. The report suggests a "cyber isolationism" where Russian firms focus on Western hacks while U.S. firms focus on Russian and Chinese threats. The segment posits that the sudden media scrutiny of Kaspersky is retaliation for the firm's role in exposing the Stuxnet virus. Keywords: [kaspersky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kaspersky.md), [bloomberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bloomberg.md), [kgb](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kgb.md), [stuxnet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stuxnet.md), [cyber security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cyber-security.md) ### CRE Bacteria Outbreak, Haiti Carnival Accident - **Episode:** [697: StoogeLand](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/697-stoogeland.md) - **Published:** 2015-02-19 - **Time:** 2:22:29–2:25:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/697-stoogeland/chapter/cre-bacteria-outbreak-haiti-carnival-accident.md UCLA is notifying patients of a potential exposure to CRE, a drug-resistant "superbug" transmitted via improperly sterilized medical equipment. In Haiti, the annual carnival was cancelled after a parade float hit power lines, causing an electrocution and a stampede that killed 16 people. Additionally, Kaspersky Lab reported on a massive hacking ring that has stolen up to $1 billion from over 100 banks worldwide since 2013. Keywords: cre bacteria, [ucla](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ucla.md), [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), [carnival](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/carnival.md), [kaspersky lab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kaspersky-lab.md) ### Global Bank Malware Hack, Kaspersky Labs Report - **Episode:** [696: The Key Key Thing](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/696-the-key-key-thing.md) - **Published:** 2015-02-15 - **Time:** 43:03–44:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/696-the-key-key-thing/chapter/global-bank-malware-hack-kaspersky-labs-report.md A report from Kaspersky Labs reveals a massive, sophisticated malware hack that has targeted banks in Russia, Japan, the U.S., and Europe since 2013. The discussion also touches on the Anthem hack and the prevalence of antiquated software in major corporate security systems. Keywords: kaspersky labs, [malware](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/malware.md), bank heist, [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [japan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/japan.md), anthem hack ### Regin Malware, Belgacom Hack - **Episode:** [683: Team Taylor](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor.md) - **Published:** 2015-01-01 - **Time:** 1:55:05–2:02:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/683-team-taylor/chapter/regin-malware-belgacom-hack.md The "Regin" (or "Regen") malware framework is identified as a highly sophisticated spying tool likely operated by US and British intelligence (GCHQ). The malware was famously discovered within the systems of Belgian telecommunications provider Belgacom. Symantec reports that the tool uses a five-stage attack process to monitor targets in the energy, research, and hospitality sectors. Keywords: regin, belgacom, [symantec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/symantec.md), [kaspersky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kaspersky.md), [gchq](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gchq.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md) ### Joe Lieberman Cyber 9/11 and Die Hard Movie Plot - **Episode:** [418: Oryx Burgers!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/418-oryx-burgers.md) - **Published:** 2012-06-17 - **Time:** 2:15:24–2:17:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/418-oryx-burgers/chapter/joe-lieberman-cyber-9-11-and-die-hard-movie-plot.md Senator Joe Lieberman's warnings about a "Cyber 9/11" are compared to the plot of the movie "Live Free or Die Hard." The "Fire Sale" attack in the film mirrors real-world concerns about infrastructure vulnerabilities in pipelines, water, and electricity. Keywords: [joe lieberman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/joe-lieberman.md), [bruce willis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bruce-willis.md), live free or die hard, [cybersecurity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cybersecurity.md), [kaspersky](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kaspersky.md) ### Stuxnet, Flame, and Cybersecurity Talent Shortages - **Episode:** [417: Cyber 9/11](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/417-cyber-9-11.md) - **Published:** 2012-06-14 - **Time:** 31:01–33:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/417-cyber-9-11/chapter/stuxnet-flame-and-cybersecurity-talent-shortages.md The credibility of reports regarding the Stuxnet and Flame viruses is questioned, despite analysis from firms like Kaspersky Lab. Meanwhile, security companies such as Symantec and McAfee warn of a shortage of cybersecurity experts in the United States. This talent gap is presented as a potential boon for students looking to enter the federal workforce to pay off educational debts. Keywords: [stuxnet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stuxnet.md), [flame virus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flame-virus.md), [kaspersky lab](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kaspersky-lab.md), [mcafee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mcafee.md), [symantec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/symantec.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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