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Curiosophy: A Future Forward Cast.

Future Center Ventures, Mark M. Whelan

The podcast or rather, Future Forward Cast, explores the rapid technological changes we"re experiencing and how curiosity can help us adapt and thrive.

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00:05:32

Drone Swarmer

Curiosophy: A Future Forward Cast. ·

2025/10/28

The provided text introduces Drone Swarmer, an open-source project hosted on GitHub that exploits a vulnerability in the Open Drone ID protocol to create "ghost" drones. This device, built with an ESP8266 microcontroller and a NEO6M GPS module, broadcasts Wi-Fi beacons to spoof the presence of multiple, non-existent drones. The project is explicitly a proof-of-concept for educational and research purposes, highlighting security flaws in drone identification systems. It includes build

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00:15:07

Shodan Unmasking the Internet´s Devices

Curiosophy: A Future Forward Cast. ·

2025/09/12

Shodan, a search engine for internet-connected devices. They explain how Shodan gathers public information, like open ports and software versions, by "pulling banners" from millions of IP addresses, which is a legal form of passive reconnaissance. The tutorial demonstrates using Shodan's web interface and command-line tool to identify vulnerable systems, such as those running outdated software or exposing sensitive ports, for both ethical hacking (penetration testing) and defensive

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00:11:21

Complete guide to smuggling

Curiosophy: A Future Forward Cast. ·

2025/09/11

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00:05:36

Shodan The Search Engine

Curiosophy: A Future Forward Cast. ·

2025/09/10

Shodan, a search engine for internet-connected devices. They explain how Shodan gathers public information, like open ports and software versions, by "pulling banners" from millions of IP addresses, which is a legal form of passive reconnaissance. The tutorial demonstrates using Shodan's web interface and command-line tool to identify vulnerable systems, such as those running outdated software or exposing sensitive ports, for both ethical hacking (penetration testing) and defensive

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00:14:44

Nmap Demystified

Curiosophy: A Future Forward Cast. ·

2025/09/05

In this episode we provide a foundational overview of Nmap, a critical cybersecurity tool. The discussion highlights Nmap's primary function in identifying open ports and their associated services on target systems, a crucial step for both network administrators assessing their infrastructure and ethical hackers seeking vulnerabilities. The speakers explain basic Nmap commands like nmap -sT [IP address] for TCP scans and nmap -sU [IP address] for UDP scans, detailing the underlying TCP/IP

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00:16:07

Cartels Built Their Own Invisible Internet A Deep...

Curiosophy: A Future Forward Cast. ·

2025/09/03

We discuss how Mexican drug cartels developed sophisticated, independent cellular networks to evade surveillance from governments and rival organizations. These private networks utilized older 2G/3G low-frequency technologies, like OpenBTS software and specialized hardware, to minimize the need for numerous cell towers, especially in remote areas. A key innovation highlighted is their advanced encryption methods, which generated temporary keys based on local geographic and environmental conditions,

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00:12:31

Burp Suite Essentials for Web Vulnerability Testing

Curiosophy: A Future Forward Cast. ·

2025/09/02

A comprehensive, hands-on course on Burp Suite, a leading software for web penetration testing. It explains Burp Suite's modular design and its various core components, such as Proxy, Scanner, Intruder, Repeater, Decoder, and Comparer. The course details how to set up Burp Suite, including configuring proxy settings and installing CA certificates for HTTPS interception, and demonstrates practical applications like spidering, vulnerability scanning, Brute Force attacks, SQL injection, and command

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00:05:33

Burp Suite Essentials for Web Vulnerability Testing

Curiosophy: A Future Forward Cast. ·

2025/09/02

A comprehensive, hands-on course on Burp Suite, a leading software for web penetration testing. It explains Burp Suite's modular design and its various core components, such as Proxy, Scanner, Intruder, Repeater, Decoder, and Comparer. The course details how to set up Burp Suite, including configuring proxy settings and installing CA certificates for HTTPS interception, and demonstrates practical applications like spidering, vulnerability scanning, Brute Force attacks, SQL injection, and command

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00:43:03

The Moscow Rules: CIA Operatives, Cold War Tactics,...

Curiosophy: A Future Forward Cast. ·

2025/08/31

In the heart of the Cold War, CIA operatives Antonio and Jonna Mendez faced the impossible: spying on Moscow under constant surveillance and the ever-present threat of the KGB. The Moscow Rules dives into their thrilling story, uncovering the ingenious tactics and daring strategies they developed to outwit Soviet intelligence. From Hollywood-inspired identity swaps to high-tech gadgets straight out of a spy movie, Antonio and Jonna’s work became the foundation for the CIA’s survival in a world where

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00:47:57

Under the Rose: Exploring the World of Clandestine...

Curiosophy: A Future Forward Cast. ·

2025/08/31

In the shadows of our modern world, there exists a realm of clandestine operations, where journalists, activists, and others engaged in high-stakes, asymmetric conflicts employ covert tactics to pursue their missions. In this provocative episode, we delve into the pages of "Under the Rose," a rare guide to the tradecraft of secret agents and operatives.Join us as we explore the ethical, political, and psychological dimensions of conducting covert operations in oppressive environments. We'll examine

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00:05:56

Transforming ATT&CK Heatmaps with D3FEND Matrix

Curiosophy: A Future Forward Cast. ·

2025/08/30

Transforming ATT&CK Heatmaps with D3FEND Matrix1 sourceThis video tutorial outlines the process of transforming MITRE ATT&CK heatmaps into defensive strategies using MITRE D3FEND. The presenter demonstrates how to export ATT&CK data, specifically threat actor and software heatmaps, into an Excel format. They then show how to utilize the D3FEND Attack Extractor tool to map these identified ATT&CK techniques to corresponding defensive techniques. The video emphasizes how this mapping

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00:15:04

The Void Within: Exploring Houellebecq's Annihilation

Curiosophy: A Future Forward Cast. ·

2025/08/29

This podcast delves into Michel Houellebecq's provocative work "Annihilation," examining his unflinching portrayal of modern spiritual emptiness and societal decay. Join us as we analyze Houellebecq's nihilistic vision of contemporary Western civilization, his critique of consumerism, and his controversial perspectives on sexuality, religion, and human connection. Through close readings and cultural context, we'll explore how Houellebecq diagnoses the malaise of modern life while offering few

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00:16:16

Transforming MITRE ATT&CK heatmaps into defensive...

Curiosophy: A Future Forward Cast. ·

2025/08/28

Transforming MITRE ATT&CK heatmaps into defensive strategies using MITRE D3FEND. The presenter demonstrates how to export ATT&CK data, specifically threat actor and software heatmaps, into an Excel format. They then show how to utilize the D3FEND Attack Extractor tool to map these identified ATT&CK techniques to corresponding defensive techniques. The video emphasizes how this mapping helps organizations harden systems, detect threats, isolate malicious activity, and evict adversaries,

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00:07:18

Best Firmware for Flipper Zero

Curiosophy: A Future Forward Cast. ·

2025/08/27

The provided text explores how to maximize the Flipper Zero's capabilities for penetration testing by selecting the appropriate firmware. It highlights that while official firmware offers a stable foundation, custom firmware options like Unleashed, Momentum, and RogueMaster provide advanced features, extended frequency ranges, and enhanced customization crucial for comprehensive security assessments. The article also discusses how external hardware connected via GPIO pins and various Flipper

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00:06:25

A Cartel s Ghost Grid

Curiosophy: A Future Forward Cast. ·

2025/08/26

In this episode we look at how Mexican drug cartels developed sophisticated, independent cellular networks to evade surveillance from governments and rival organizations. These private networks utilized older 2G/3G low-frequency technologies, like OpenBTS software and specialized hardware, to minimize the need for numerous cell towers, especially in remote areas. A key innovation highlighted is their advanced encryption methods, which generated temporary keys based on local geographic and

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00:06:48

The Flipper Zero

Curiosophy: A Future Forward Cast. ·

2025/08/25

This guide provides a comprehensive tutorial on the Flipper Zero, a multi-tool for physical penetration testing and software-defined radio experimentation. It outlines the initial setup, including firmware updates and custom firmware options, and explains the device's basic operations and key functionalities like RFID, Sub-GHz wireless, NFC, Bluetooth, Infrared, and iButton. The text further demonstrates practical hacking projects, such as cloning RFID access cards, performing BadUSB attacks

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00:05:02

The Wi-Fi That Sees

Curiosophy: A Future Forward Cast. ·

2025/08/25

The provided text describes a new, alarming technology that allows individuals to see through walls using commonplace Wi-Fi signals. This capability is achieved by sending out Wi-Fi signals and then analyzing how these radio waves reflect and refract off objects and people within a room, similar to how eyesight works with light. With the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and specialized software and hardware, this reflected data can be processed to reconstruct real-time 3D outlines of

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00:17:22

Navigating Cyber Threats Building Heatmapswith MITRE...

Curiosophy: A Future Forward Cast. ·

2025/08/25

MITRE ATT&CK Navigator tool to create heatmaps, which are visual representations of threat intelligence. The presenter demonstrates building heatmaps for various threat actor groups like Sandworm and Lazarus, as well as for software strains such as BlackEnergy and Cobalt Strike, by assigning scores to the techniques they employ. Finally, the video illustrates how to generate a heatmap based on defensive mitigations to identify security coverage gaps, allowing for a prioritized approach to

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00:07:21

Crafting MITRE ATT&CK Heatmaps for Enhanced Security...

Curiosophy: A Future Forward Cast. ·

2025/08/25

This video focuses on the MITRE ATT&CK Navigator tool to create heatmaps, which are visual representations of threat intelligence. The presenter demonstrates building heatmaps for various threat actor groups like Sandworm and Lazarus, as well as for software strains such as BlackEnergy and Cobalt Strike, by assigning scores to the techniques they employ. Finally, the video illustrates how to generate a heatmap based on defensive mitigations to identify security coverage gaps, allowing for

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00:06:28

NSA s Ghidra Hacking Forever Changed.

Curiosophy: A Future Forward Cast. ·

2025/08/24

introducing Ghidra, a free and open-source reverse engineering tool developed by the US NSA. The discussion highlights Ghidra's utility for disassembling software to understand its inner workings, which is crucial for malware analysis, identifying vulnerabilities, and even bypassing authentication mechanisms. OTW demonstrates basic reverse engineering techniques using "crackme" programs, such as searching for strings to uncover hidden information like passwords, and explains how the

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