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Smashing Security

Stories from the world of hacking, ransomware, cybersecurity, and rogue AI.Smashing Security isn’t your typical tech podcast. Hosted by cybersecurity veteran Graham Cluley, it serves up weekly tales of cybercrime, hacking horror stories, privacy blunders, and tech mishaps - all with sharp insight, a sense of humour, and zero tolerance for tech waffle.Winner of the best and most entertaining cybersecurity podcast awards in 2018, 2019, 2022, 2023, and 2024, Smashing Security has had over ten million

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01:08:06

Uber's hidden hack, tips for travel, and AI accent fixes

Smashing Security ·

2022/07/28

Uber may not face prosecution over its handling of a 2016 data breach - but its former chief security head does; how to defend your digital devices' data while on vacation, and how to change your accent with artificial intelligence.All this and much much more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault, joined this week by Naked Security's Paul Ducklin.Plus don't miss our featured interview with Ian Farquhar

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42:44

The Most Wanted Missing CryptoQueen

Smashing Security ·

2022/07/21

In this special edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast, computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault welcome back author and journalist Jamie Bartlett - host of "The Missing CryptoQueen" podcast.Jamie tells us about his new book, which shares more details about the disappearance of cryptocurrency scammer Dr Ruja Ignatova, and the subsequent hunt by law enforcement.Warning: This podcast may contain nuts, adult themes, and rude language.Theme tune: "Vinyl Memories" by Mikael

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54:47

Disney's social dumpster fire, Anom phones, and...

Smashing Security ·

2022/07/14

A self-proclaimed "super hacker" causes problems in the Magic Kingdom, criminals regret trusting Anom phones, and lawsuits are filed against TikTok.All this and much much more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault, joined this week by Anna Brading.Plus don't miss our featured interview with Scott McCrady, the CEO of SolCyber Managed Security Services.Warning: This podcast may contain nuts, adult themes,

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45:18

Raising money through ransomware, China's mega-leak,...

Smashing Security ·

2022/07/07

A hacked university might have made a profit after paying a cryptocurrency ransom, China suffers possibly the biggest data breach in history, and Reuters investigates digital mercenaries.All this and much much more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault, joined this week by The Cyberwire's Dave Bittner.Warning: This podcast may contain nuts, adult themes, and rude language.Theme tune: "Vinyl Memories" by

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59:47

Debug ransomware and win $1,000,000, period-tracking...

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2022/06/30

A new version of the LockBit ransomware offers a bug bounty, women uninstall period-tracking apps in fear of how their data might be used against them, and Microsoft's facial recognition tech no longer wants to know how you're feeling.All this and much much more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault, joined this week by Thom Langford from The Host Unknown podcast.Plus don't miss our featured interview

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40:20

Hot tub hijinx, and a sentient AI

Smashing Security ·

2022/06/23

Internet-connected jacuzzis find themselves in hot water, and a Google engineer claims that their AI has developed feelings.All this and more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault.Warning: This podcast may contain nuts, adult themes, and rude language.Theme tune: "Vinyl Memories" by Mikael Manvelyan.Assorted sound effects: AudioBlocks.Episode links:Hot Tub Time Machine trailer — YouTube.Hacking into the

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36:50

Encrypted notes, and a deadly case of AirTag spying

Smashing Security ·

2022/06/15

How did a saxophonist sneak sensitive information in and out of the Soviet Union? How might an Apple AirTag have led to murder? And isn't the world of cryptocurrency and blockchain doing just great?All this and more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault.Visit https://www.smashingsecurity.com/279 to check out this episode’s show notes and episode links.Follow the show on Twitter at @SmashinSecurity, or

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40:26

Tim Hortons, avoiding sanctions, and good faith...

Smashing Security ·

2022/06/08

Trouble brews with the Tim Hortons app, Mandiant gets in a tussle with a Russian ransomware gang, and should good faith security researchers be at risk of prosecution?All this and much much more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault, joined this week by The Lazarus Heist's Geoff White.Visit https://www.smashingsecurity.com/278 to check out this episode’s show notes and episode links.Follow the show on

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51:11

Bad bots, cheeky ransoms, and good deepfakes

Smashing Security ·

2022/06/01

Ransom acts of kindness are top of our mind, as we also explore how bad bots are hogging more and more of the internet's activity, and look at how deepfakes could be a good thing after all.All this and much much more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault, joined this week by Ray [REDACTED].Visit https://www.smashingsecurity.com/277 to check out this episode’s show notes and episode links.Follow the show

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54:30

Webcam extortion, Michael Fish, and food foul-ups

Smashing Security ·

2022/05/25

A browser extension bug let malicious websites spy on webcams, hackers threaten the global food supply chain, and Michael Fish (not that one...) hacked into his female classmates' online accounts, hunting for nude photos and videos.All this and much much more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault, joined this week by Mark Stockley.Visit https://www.smashingsecurity.com/276 to check out this episode’s

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01:05:35

Jail for Bing, and mental health apps may not be good...

Smashing Security ·

2022/05/18

A man hacks his employer to prove its security sucks, Telegram provides a helping hand to the Eternity Project malware, and what the heck do mental health apps think they're up to?All this and much much more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault, joined this week by Dr Jessica Barker.Plus don't miss our featured interview with Rumble's Chris Kirsch.Visit https://www.smashingsecurity.com/275 to check out

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49:10

Hands off my biometrics, and a wormhole squirmish

Smashing Security ·

2022/05/11

Clearview AI receives something of a slap in the face, and who is wrestling over an internet wormhole?All this and more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault.And don't miss our featured interview with Artur Kane of GoodAccess.Visit https://www.smashingsecurity.com/274 to check out this episode’s show notes and episode links.Follow the show on Twitter at @SmashinSecurity, or on the Smashing Security

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50:12

Password blips, and who's calling the airport?

Smashing Security ·

2022/05/04

We find out why calls to Dublin airport's noise complaints line have soared, and Carole quizzes Graham to celebrate World Password Day.All this and more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault.And don't miss our special featured interview with Clint Dovholuk of NetFoundry.Visit https://www.smashingsecurity.com/273 to check out this episode’s show notes and episode links.Follow the show on Twitter at

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50:24

Going ape over the Kardashians, and the face of...

Smashing Security ·

2022/04/27

Members of The Bored Ape Yacht Club get that sinking feeling, a face unwittingly launches hundreds of romance scams, and is an as-yet unseen Kim Kardashian sex tape a load of old Roblox?All this and much much more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault, joined this week by the BBC's cyber correspondent Joe Tidy.Visit https://www.smashingsecurity.com/272 to check out this episode’s show notes and episode

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50:46

Crypto break-in, Google blurring, and mics not muting

Smashing Security ·

2022/04/20

A man loses $650,000 from his cryptocurrency wallet after his Apple iCloud account is hacked, video conferencing apps may not be muting your mic quite the way you imagined, and Google has unblurred military bases in Russia... or has it? All this and much much more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault, joined this week by The Cyberwire's Dave Bittner.Visit https://www.smashingsecurity.com/271 to check

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51:01

Bearded Barbie, EDR scams, and hobbyist crime detectives

Smashing Security ·

2022/04/13

Pulchritudinous women with glossy long hair are targeting Israeli officials via Facebook - but why? Scammers have found a new way to gain access to your most sensitive information - but how? And armchair detectives are helping investigating cold cases involving DNA - but should they?All this and much much more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault, joined this week by Maria Varmazis.Visit

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50:09

Trezor Deep Throat, a CCTV stalker, and Amazon's list...

Smashing Security ·

2022/04/06

There's monkey business involving cryptocurrency thieves and MailChimp, a stalker exploits his ex-partner's CCTV cameras, and what are the naughty words Amazon doesn't want its staff using?All this and much much more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault, joined this week by Zoë Rose.Visit https://www.smashingsecurity.com/269 to check out this episode’s show notes and episode links.Follow the show on

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48:39

LinkedIn deepfakes, doxxing Russian spies, and a...

Smashing Security ·

2022/03/30

Strange goings-on on LinkedIn, Ukraine publishes a list of alleged Russian FSB agents, and police in Pittsburgh investigate an odd report of an active shooter.All this and much much more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault, joined this week by The Lazarus Heist's Geoff White.Visit https://www.smashingsecurity.com/268 to check out this episode’s show notes and episode links.Follow the show on Twitter at

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53:51

Virtual kidnapping, two helipads, and a naughty Apple...

Smashing Security ·

2022/03/24

A Russian bank tells its customers to stop installing security updates, an Apple employee ends up in hot water, and learn our tips to avoid being virtually kidnapped.All this and much much more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault, joined this week by Anna Brading.Visit https://www.smashingsecurity.com/267 to check out this episode’s show notes and episode links.Follow the show on Twitter at

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58:22

Cyberflashing, Kaspersky, and secret spies

Smashing Security ·

2022/03/17

Germany tells consumers to stop using Kaspersky anti-virus products, OSINT reveals a secret government department (with help from an Apple AirTag), and the UK says it's taking a hard line on cyberflashing.All this and much much more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault, joined this week by Chris Kirsch.Visit https://www.smashingsecurity.com/266 to check out this episode’s show notes and episode

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