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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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01:12:42

Cyber biowarfare, giant ladybugs, and strippers

Smashing Security ·

2020/12/03

Fears are raised about cyber bioterrorists, there's a widespread blackout for IoT devices caused by a cloud cock-up, and what role do strippers play in a revamp of the United States's computer crime laws?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.And don't miss our featured interview with Steve Salinas of Deep Instinct, discussing

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01:08:00

Robo dogs, deepfakes and dirty deceptions - with Tim...

Smashing Security ·

2020/11/26

Author and broadcaster Tim Harford joins us as we discuss the merits of robotic canine security guards, deepfakes, and the curious tale of an art forgery.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.And don't miss our special featured interview with James Moore from CultureAI.Visit https://www.smashingsecurity.com/206 to check out this episode’s show notes and episode links.Follow

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48:08

Zoom password pinching and Parler problems

Smashing Security ·

2020/11/19

Watch out for a whole different type of shoulder-surfing, researchers uncover the CostaRicto hackers-for-hire gang, and we take a peek at who is behind Parler.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 Cochran from the Hacker Valley Studio podcast.Visit https://www.smashingsecurity.com/205 to check out this episode’s show notes and episode links.Follow

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01:12:58

Green buttons, Olympic attacks, and... an apology

Smashing Security ·

2020/11/12

Darknet Diaries host Jack Rhysider joins us to discuss a cybersecurity goof in the wake of the US presidential elections, the US finally fingering the hackers responsible for disrupting the Winter Olympics in South Korea, and to take a long hard look at long hard legal mumbojumbo...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 Jack Rhysider from Darknet

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01:10:48

Testing times, naming names, and the bald truth about AI

Smashing Security ·

2020/11/05

Students are being spied on as they do online exams, how did a televised football match reveal the truth about artificial intelligence, and what on earth is the Canny Lumpsucker vulnerability?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 the second part of our featured interview with LastPass's Dalia

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01:12:05

The Wu-Tang Clan are Among Us

Smashing Security ·

2020/10/29

Voting machines are under the microscope, scammers are posing as rap stars, and American politician AOC isn't the only one who's been getting into the Among Us game.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 James Thomson.Plus don't miss the first part of our featured interview with LastPass's Dalia Hamzeh.Visit https://www.smashingsecurity.com/202 to check out

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01:12:44

Robin Hood, Flippy, and the web ad bubble

Smashing Security ·

2020/10/21

The Darkside ransomware gang thinks it's a modern-day Robin Hood when it donates extorted Bitcoins to charity, the micro-targeted ad industry could pop like a bubble, and would you trust a burger-flipping robot?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 Tim Hwang.Plus don't miss our featured interview with Recorded Future's Levi Gundert.Visit

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01:11:54

Two flipping hundred

Smashing Security ·

2020/10/14

We're in celebratory mood as we celebrate our 200th episode, but there's still time to discuss Fatima the ballerina who the UK government wants to become a cybersecurity expert, why women are quitting the tech industry, and a smartwatch which might be putting your kids at risk.Plus don't miss our featured interview with Mimecast's Michael Madon.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

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55:11

A few tech cock-ups, and one cock lock-up

Smashing Security ·

2020/10/07

An internet-connected adult toy could leave its users encaged, the official NHS COVID-19 contact-tracing app alarms users, and would you be happy if a robot interviewed you for a job?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 BBC technology correspondent Zoe Kleinman.Visit https://www.smashingsecurity.com/199 to check out this episode’s show notes and episode

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01:07:55

Chucky the coffee maker

Smashing Security ·

2020/09/30

Coffee machines catching ransomware, Blacklight shines a torch on website tracking, and a woman is freaked out that a complete stranger can turn off her home's security system.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.And don't miss our featured interview with Greg Jensen from Oracle, who talks all about five free reports he has

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52:48

Greedy bosses, game cheats, and virtual beheadings

Smashing Security ·

2020/09/23

Why are Zoom and Twitter making some people disappear? How are Counter-Strike: Global Offensive cheats getting their just desserts? And the founder of a anti cyber-fraud firm is charged with fraud.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/197 to check out this episode’s show notes and episode links.Follow

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54:28

Smart guns, smart cars, and smart street lights - oh my!

Smashing Security ·

2020/09/16

Kalashnikov unveils its "smart" shotgun, San Diego struggles with its street lights, and a researcher reveals how he found a way to hack every Tesla on the planet.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 David McClelland.Visit https://www.smashingsecurity.com/196 to check out this episode’s show notes and episode links.Follow the show on Twitter at

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50:08

Selene Delgado Lopez is not your friend - with Jon...

Smashing Security ·

2020/09/09

The Gadget Show's Jon Bentley joins us to discuss the mystery of a Facebook friend you never requested, software updates for the Mercedes S-Class, and risks in the online classroom.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 Jon Bentley.Visit https://www.smashingsecurity.com/195 to check out this episode’s show notes and episode links.Follow the show on Twitter

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48:19

Carry on droning

Smashing Security ·

2020/09/02

A Bitcoin bungle causes one user to lose millions, hackers attempt to bribe a Tesla employee into infecting the company's network, and are we ready for a sky full of drones?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 Jessica Barker.Visit https://www.smashingsecurity.com/194 to check out this episode’s show notes and episode links.Follow the show on Twitter at

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58:57

Hacking the CIA, Bridgefy, and college lockdowns

Smashing Security ·

2020/08/26

Whatever happened to Crackas with Attitude, perfidious Albion College's approach to locking down Coronavirus, and the Bridgefy mesh messaging app falls down when it comes to security.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/193 to check out this episode’s show notes and episode links.Follow the show on

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49:28

Ritz and robocalls - with Rory Cellan-Jones

Smashing Security ·

2020/08/19

A scam involving restaurant bookings at The Ritz is suitably sophisticated, the second wave of UK coronavirus testing apps, and we take a look at one of the biggest studies ever into the scourge of robocalls.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 BBC technology correspondent Rory Cellan-Jones.Visit https://www.smashingsecurity.com/192 to check out this

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54:15

We are on the bird

Smashing Security ·

2020/08/12

Can a video game help your company's staff choose stronger passwords? Why might satellite-based internet communications be bad for security? And what are the alternatives to 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 The Cyberwire's Dave Bittner.Visit https://www.smashingsecurity.com/191 to check out this episode’s show notes and episode links.Follow the

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48:40

Twitter hack arrests, email bad behaviour, and Fawkes...

Smashing Security ·

2020/08/05

Special guest Geoff White can't resist using the podcast to promote his new book, "Crime Dot Com", but other than that we also discuss the creepy (and apparently legal) way websites can find out your email and postal address even if you don't give it to them, take a look at how the alleged Twitter hackers were identified, and learn about Fawkes - the technology fighting back at facial recognition.All this and much much more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by

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49:03

DNA cock-up, Garmin hack, and virtual kidnappings

Smashing Security ·

2020/07/29

Why are students faking their own kidnappings? What's the story behind Garmin's ransomware attack? And a genetic genealogy website suffers a hack or two.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].Warning: This podcast may contain nuts, adult themes, and rude language.Links:Tribe of Hackers Podcast.Golden State Killer pleads guilty to 13 murders

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01:02:34

Dinner with Elon Musk and Kris Jenner

Smashing Security ·

2020/07/22

Who stopped Twitter's hackers from stealing more money? Why are Covid-19 researchers being told to ramp up their cybersecurity? How can you find out if your smartphone is infected with stalkerware? And who does Graham think he is turning down a celebrity dinner invite?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 Lisa Forte.Visit

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