Aaron Swartz wanted a free and open Internet. The government didn't and it cost Aaron his life. Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by Katie Fedigan-Linton Mixed & Mastered by David Swope Theme Song You Are Digital by Computerbandit
The savange ransomware attack of Colonial Pipeline was close to bringing travel in the United States to a standstill. Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by John Phillips Mixed & Mastered by David Swope Theme Song You Are Digital by Computerbandit
St. Petersberg computer hacker Vladimir Levin allegedly hacked Citibank in the mid-1990's and stole thousands of dollars. This is his story. Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by John Phillips Mixed & Mastered by David Swope Theme Song You Are Digital by Computerbandit
Workplace bullying, the Nuclear Option, and why you should never write your passwords down in a notebook. This is the story of Josh Schlute and the Vault 7 Hack. Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by Katie Fedigan-Linton Mixed & Mastered by David Swope Theme Song You Are Digital by Computerbandit
Digital extortion. Hackers sieze your data and a ransom is paid to retrieve it. But this time, it turned deadly... Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by Lauren Minkoff Mixed & Mastered by David Swope Theme Song You Are Digital by Computerbandit
We delve into the story of Hector Monsegur, also known as 'Sabu', a central figure in the hacktivist group Lulzsec. Explore his rise to infamy in the cyber world, his pivotal role in high-profile cyber attacks, and the dramatic turn of events that led him to collaborate with law enforcement. Join us for a gripping narrative on the complexities of cyber ethics, activism, and the thin line between right and wrong. Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by Ed Leer...
It infected over 10 million computers and caused millions of dollars of damage world wide. The ILOVEYOU computer worm compromised passwords through a bug in Microsoft Outlook. This is the story of ILOVEYOU and the creator, Onel de Guzman. Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by Jim Rowley Mixed and Mastered by David Swope Theme Song You Are Digital by Computerbandit
On this episode: secret government tools, ransomware, and one of the biggest unsolved hacks of all time. This is the story of the Shadow Brokers. Create, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by David Burgis Mixed & Mastered by David Swope Theme Song You Are Digital by Computerbandit.
On this bonus episode, gaming chaos, police raids, and the face behind a notorious Derp hacking group. Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by Emily McGinn Edited, Mixed & Mastered by Greg Bernhard Theme Song You Are Digital by Computerbandit
Napster changed the music industry forever. But the music industry sued the illegal streaming service into oblivion. Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by David Burgis Mixed & Mastered by David Swope Theme Song You Are Digital by Computerbandit
This is the story of how one man who called himself Captain Crunch used a toy whistle to hack the phone company. This is John Draper, the original phone phreak. Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by Charlotte Cornbrooks Mixed & Mastered by David Swope Theme Song You Are Digital by Computerbandit
On this episode, an all-out cyber world war, the infamous hack of the Girl Scouts’ website, and one hackers’ role in the FBI. This is the story of the Hackweiser hacking group and Jesse Tuttle aka Hackah Jak. Show Transcript Shop Modem Mischief Merch ! Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by Emily McGinn Edited, Mixed & Mastered by Greg Bernhard Theme Song You Are Digital by Computerbandit...
On this episode: patriotism, race riots, maritime disputes, cybercrime, a hostage crisis, and the first generation of Chinese hackers. This is the story of the Honker Union hacking group. Support us on Patreon! Show Transcript Shop Modem Mischief Merch ! Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by Jim Rowley Edited, Mixed & Mastered by Greg Bernhard Theme Song You Are Digital by Computerbandit...
On this episode: website defacement gangs, NASA, September 11th, Venezuelan oligarchs, and the US government’s war on teenage hackers. This is the story of the World of Hell hacking group. Support us on Patreon! Show Transcript Shop Modem Mischief Merch ! Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by Jim Rowley Edited, Mixed & Mastered by Greg Bernhard Theme Song You Are Digital by Computerbandit...
René Carmille is considered one of the first hackers. Today, we’d call him a hacktivist, or someone who sabotages a computer for ethical reasons. Carmille sabotaged the Nazi census of France during World War II. He saved many thousands of Jewish people by hacking Hollerith machines during the war. Support us on Patreon! Show Transcript Shop Modem Mischief Merch ! Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by Jim Rowley Edited, Mixed & Mastered by Greg Bernhard ...
On this episode: Part 2 of our series on Alan Turning and Enigma: the end of World War II, the beginning of computers, and the downfall of one of the world’s greatest scientists. Listen to Part 1 Support us on Patreon! Shop Modem Mischief Merch . Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by Jim Rowley Edited, Mixed & Mastered by Greg Bernhard Theme Song “You Are Digital” by Computerbandit Show Transcript...
Alan Turing played a pivotal role in cracking the Nazi Enigma code, a breakthrough that changed the course of World War II. In this two-part series, we uncover how Turing's work not only birthed modern computers and computer hacking but also played a crucial part in hunting down deadly U-boats, revealing the dark secrets hidden within the Enigma machine. Listen to Part 2! Support us on Patreon! Shop Modem Mischief Merch . Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched ...
Jonathan James, also known as "c0mrade," was a renowned computer hacker who gained notoriety for his impressive skills at a young age. His story highlights the complex world of cybercrime and the ethical dilemmas surrounding it. Support us on Patreon! Shop Modem Mischief Merch . Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by David Burgis Edited, Mixed & Mastered by Greg Bernhard Theme Song “You Are Digital” by Computerbandit Show Transcript...
On this episode, we explore the Hot Lotto Fraud scandal, involving Eddie Tipton, a former lottery security expert. We'll look at how Tipton manipulated lottery systems to win millions and the investigation that led to his downfall. This case reveals the vulnerabilities in lottery security and the consequences of insider fraud. Support us on Patreon! Shop Modem Mischief Merch Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by Jim Rowley Edited, Mixed & Mastered by Gr...
The Ghost Squad Hackers, a hacking collective with origins in the Anonymous movement. Explore their motivations, notable cyber-attacks against government and corporate entities, and the broader implications of hacktivism in the digital age. Show Transcript Support us on Patreon! Shop Modem Mischief Merch Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by Jim Rowley Edited, Mixed & Mastered by Greg Bernhard Theme Song You Are Digital by Computerbandit...
If there was an original gangster of the information superhighway, Kevin Mitnick (aka Condor) would be it. This is the story of the man who started it all. Originally aired on October 20, 2021. Support us on Patreon! Shop Modem Mischief Merch Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by Jonah Svihus Edited, Mixed & Mastered by Greg Bernhard Theme Song “You Are Digital” by Computerbandit Show Transcript...
We're tracking the shadowy footsteps of Wizard Spider, the notorious ransomware group that's eluded capture. Delve into the world of cyberattacks and uncover the mystery of how these digital bandits operate. Who is really safe in this digital age? Show Transcript Support us on Patreon! Shop Modem Mischief Merch Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by Jim Rowley Edited, Mixed & Mastered by Greg Bernhard Theme Song You Are Digital by Computerbandit...
We delve into the shocking abduction of Chloe Ayling and its eerie connection to the enigmatic Black Death Group. We’ll unravel the sinister web of cybercrime, human trafficking, and the dark underworld that binds them together. Support us on Patreon! Show Transcript Shop Modem Mischief Merch Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by Jim Rowley Edited, Mixed & Mastered by Greg Bernhard Theme Song You Are Digital by Computerbandit...
In the shadowy world of cryptocurrency, the enigmatic figure known as Ruja Ignatova, the infamous "Crypto Queen," orchestrated a Ponzi scheme, bilking billions of dollars from unsuspecting investors through her audacious creation, OneCoin. Join us as we delve deep into the chilling tale of deception, greed, and a woman whose cunning mastery of the digital underworld has earned her a place among the most notorious cybercriminals of our time. Support us on Patreon! Shop Modem Mischief Merch Show T...
Redboxing, Cacti and lots and lots of prank calls. This is the story of the Phone Losers of America. Support us on Patreon! Shop Modem Mischief Merch Show Transcript Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by Ed Leer Edited, Mixed & Mastered by Greg Bernhard Theme Song You Are Digital by Computerbandit...
Chicago activism, Anonymous, Scientology, Wikileaks, drug cartels, betrayal, and the military-industrial complex. This is the story of Jeremy Hammond. Support us on Patreon! Show Transcript Shop Modem Mischief Merch ! Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by Jim Rowley Edited, Mixed & Mastered by Greg Bernhard Theme Song You Are Digital by Computerbandit...
Dark room vulnerabilities, teenage hackers and the power of social engineering. This is the story of the Lapsu$ hacking group. Support us on Patreon! Shop Modem Mischief Merch Show Transcript Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by David Burgis Edited, Mixed & Mastered by Greg Bernhard Theme Song You Are Digital by Computerbandit...
Multinational aviation companies, Chinese spies, Marvel superheroes, diplomatic negotiations, massive data theft, and the endgame of China’s cyberwarfare program. This is the story of Turbine Panda and part four of our series on Chinese Hacking. Support us on Patreon! Show Transcript Modem Mischief Merch! Chinese Hacking Series : Part 1 - Wicked Rain Part 2 - Wicked Rose Part 3 - CRACK99 Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by Jim Rowley Edited, Mixed & M...
Software pirates, esoteric industrial software, undercover operations, and China’s criminal hacking community. This is the story of CRACK99 and part three of our series on Chinese hacking. Support us on Patreon! Buy Modem Mischief Merch! Show Transcript Listen to Part 1 - Titan Rain Listen to Part 2 - Wicked Rose Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by Jim Rowley Edited, Mixed & Mastered by Greg Bernhard Theme Song You Are Digital by Computerbandit...
A bonus episode from the archives! A darknet drug dealer is arrested for selling fentanyl on the way to a beard convention. We just can't make this stuff up. Created, Produced & Hosted by Keith Korneluk Written & Researched by Lauren Minkoff Mixed & Mastered by David Swope Theme Son You Are Digital by Computerbandit
