# Getting Rid of Your VPN - Rob Allen - PSW #925

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Published: 2026-05-07T21:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Rob Allen from Threatlocker joins us to discuss the risks associated with VPN appliances and how to implement better security solutions that don't leave you hanging out on the open Internet. The interview segment is sponsored by ThreatLocker. Visit https://securityweekly.com/threatlockerrsac to learn more about them! In the Security News: Less details about the FCC router ban Canary traps that work Hacking trains and getting arrested You can be an adult if you have a mustache cPanel is being exploited Pro-Iran group takes down Ubuntu Anthropic's new security solution Safe AI Agents and other lies People still use screensavers? CISA and operating for weeks or months in isolation Paramiko issues fixes Find security research Copy/Fail and AI slop debate ESP32 simulator Spotting vibe coded malware Fast16 - Stuxnet before Stuxnet Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/psw for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/psw-925

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