What is slushygate and how does it link to sextortion in the States? What is the most impersonated brand when it comes to delivering phishing emails? And what the flip is nano-targeting? 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 fan favourite Maria Varmazis. Warning: This podcast may contain nuts, adult themes, and rude language. No contortionists were hu...
Oct 26, 2022•52 min•Ep. 295
Someone's election-fiddling is uncovered with an Apple AirTag, a cyber scandal rocks Germany, and a swindler steals a fortune due to trains being delayed. 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 runZero's Chris Kitsch. Plus don't miss our featured interview with Akamai's Patrick Sullivan talking about how retailers can better thwart bots this holiday se...
Oct 19, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 294
A couple unexpectedly find $10.5 million in their cryptocurrency account, and in Cambodia people are being forced to commit pig-butchering scams. All this and more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault , who are flying solo again this week. Warning: This podcast may contain nuts, adult themes, and rude language. Episode links: DeFi bug accidentally gives $90 million to users, founder begs them to ret...
Oct 12, 2022•39 min•Ep. 293
Has new UK prime minister Liz Truss been careless with her mobile phone, and hear the most extraordinary story of corporate cyberstalking. 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 nobody for reasons that will become obvious. Warning: This podcast may contain nuts, adult themes, and rude language. Episode links: Prison for ex-eBay staff who aggressively c...
Oct 05, 2022•40 min•Ep. 292
Anti-porn "shameware" apps take a privacy pounding, is your image already being used by AI, and deepfake danger continues to deepen. 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 Host Unknown's Thom Langford. Warning: This podcast may contain nuts, adult themes, and rude language. Episode links: The Ungodly Surveillance of Anti-Porn ‘Shameware’ Apps - WIRED. ...
Sep 28, 2022•56 min•Ep. 291
Researchers reveal how your eyeglasses could be leaking secrets when you're on video conferencing calls, we take a look at the recent data breaches involving Uber and Grand Theft Auto 6, and we cast an eye at what threats may be around the corner... 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 Register's Iain Thomson. Plus - don't miss our featured inter...
Sep 21, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 290
How could your inkjet printer finally help you make some money, why is it so hard to share our health data even if we want to, and what result do you want to see from the Elon Musk vs Twitter bunfight? 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 Rory Cellan-Jones. Warning: This podcast may contain nuts, adult themes, and rude language. Episode links: Dynami...
Sep 14, 2022•57 min•Ep. 289
Students learn a valuable lesson when it comes to AI detecting guns on campus, SIM swappers are surprisingly stupid, and romance scammers get scammed by someone (or some thing?) calling themselves Chiquita Banana. 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. Warning: This podcast may contain nuts, adult themes, and rude language. Episode links...
Sep 07, 2022•51 min•Ep. 288
We're back from our summer break as we ask how did a cryptomining campaign stay unspotted for years, quiz special guest and infosec rockstar Mikko Hyppönen about his book, and ponder what spiders teach us about misinformation. 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 . Warning: This podcast may contain nuts, adult themes, and rude language. Episode links: The 20 Funniest Finn...
Aug 31, 2022•54 min•Ep. 287
Pornhub has a problem, the UK's Co-op supermarket is accused of big brother tactics, and we take a look at a security researcher's attempt to reveal the true identify of hackers. 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. Warning: This podcast may contain nuts, adult themes, and rude language. Theme tune: "Vinyl Memories" by Mikael Manvelya...
Aug 03, 2022•53 min•Ep. 286
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 Far...
Jul 27, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 285
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 Mikae...
Jul 20, 2022•43 min•Ep. 284
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 ...
Jul 13, 2022•55 min•Ep. 283
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 Memor...
Jul 06, 2022•45 min•Ep. 282
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 inter...
Jun 29, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 281
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. Hacki...
Jun 22, 2022•40 min•Ep. 280
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 @SmashinSecurit...
Jun 15, 2022•37 min•Ep. 279
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 sh...
Jun 08, 2022•40 min•Ep. 278
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 t...
Jun 01, 2022•51 min•Ep. 277
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 episod...
May 25, 2022•55 min•Ep. 276
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 ch...
May 18, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 275
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 Secu...
May 11, 2022•49 min•Ep. 274
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 ...
May 04, 2022•50 min•Ep. 273
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 ep...
Apr 27, 2022•50 min•Ep. 272
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 ch...
Apr 20, 2022•51 min•Ep. 271
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 https://...
Apr 13, 2022•51 min•Ep. 270
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 sho...
Apr 06, 2022•50 min•Ep. 269
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 Tw...
Mar 30, 2022•49 min•Ep. 268
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 @Sm...
Mar 23, 2022•54 min•Ep. 267
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 l...
Mar 16, 2022•58 min•Ep. 266
