Rachel Tobac is a social engineer. In this episode we hear how she got started doing this and a few stories of how she hacked people and places using her voice and charm.
Learn more about Rachel by following her on Twitter https://twitter.com/RachelTobac or by visiting https://www.socialproofsecurity.com/
Daniel Miessler also chimes in to talk about AI ... Show More
Oct 7
164: Oak Cliff Swipers
<p>He started small, swiping cards, buying gift cards, and cashing out. It spiraled into a full‑blown criminal enterprise. Dozens of co‑conspirators, stacks of stolen plastic, and a lifestyle built on chaos.</p><p>Meet Nathan Michael, leader of Oak Cliff Swipers.</p><h3>Sponsors< ... Show More
1h 28m
Nov 2021
Stalkerware: Tech-enabled domestic abuse skyrocketing
<p>With the number of devices infected with stalkerware rising by over 60% in a year, many are worried about the consequences. Ivana Davidovic speaks with Maria who, even after managing to leave her abusive husband of 25 years, was still not free from his clutches.</p><p>Eva Galp ... Show More
17m 29s
Jan 2024
The Growing Ransomware Threat: Targets, Insights, and Strategies with Halcyon's Jon Miller | E1877
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Sep 2022
Securing the Unstructured Castle: Protecting Your “Dark Data”
Every attorney knows to lock client secrets behind sophisticated cybersecurity. But as guest Rich Hale explains, the data that’s hiding in plain sight, “Dark Data,” is just as important to your client relationships and your reputation.
After this important episode, you’ll want to ... Show More
42m 1s
May 2020
The Dark Secrets of a Hacking Hero
<p>In May of 2017, Marcus Hutchins saved the internet. A vicious ransomware attack known as WannaCry had infected computer systems across dozens of countries. It was the worst cyberattack in history at the time, and it seemed unstoppable. But Hutchins, a 23-year-old-hacker in Ilf ... Show More
30m 39s
Feb 2021
The War with Algorithms: Why Your Next Security Strategy Includes A.I. and Machine Learning
<p>The image of a hooded individual illuminated by the glare of a computer screen hacking into a company’s network is the classic picture of what a cyber attack looks like. The reality, though, is these attackers are almost never a one-man band, but rather a sophisticated team ar ... Show More
40m 57s