Hackers get hacked, the British Museum IT shutdown, and social media kidnaps • Graham Cluley

What occurs when keen laptop fanatics unknowingly obtain a trojanized hacking instrument and discover themselves on the improper aspect of cybersecurity? A former worker’s actions led to chaos and lift pressing questions in regards to the safety of cultural treasures. And be a part of us as we discover the alarming pattern of social media influencers staging pretend kidnappings.

All this and far way more is mentioned within the newest version of the “Smashing Safety” podcast by cybersecurity veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault, joined this week by Lianne Potter from the “Compromising Positions” podcast.

Warning: This podcast could comprise nuts, grownup themes, and impolite language.

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