195. From Wingdings to Warfare: Inside the Wildest Cybersecurity Stories

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In this episode of Breaking Badness, we explore two fascinating cybersecurity stories. First, we delve into the unusual case of an ex-Disney employee who hacked menu systems, creating chaos in the happiest place on Earth. Next, we discuss Sophos' five-year-long battle with a determined group of attackers targeting their firewalls. Tune in as we break down the insider threat at Disney, the lessons learned from Sophos' transparency, and what it all means for the future of cybersecurity. Plus, don't miss our signature Gold, Guidance, and Grievances segment for unique insights and takeaways.

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In this episode of Breaking Badness, we dive into two major cybersecurity stories: the exploitation of a VPN vulnerability by Chinese APT 41 and the newly discovered “Wall Bleed” flaw in the Great Firewall of China. APT 41 has been using a critical VPN vulnerability to infiltrate operational technology (OT) organizations, targeting industries like aerospace and defense. Meanwhile, researchers have uncovered a flaw in China's DNS injection system, which inadvertently leaks internal data—an ironic twist for a government known for its strict internet censorship. Join us as we break down these exploits, their impact on cybersecurity, and what they reveal about modern cyber espionage. We also discuss best practices for securing VPNs, firewall vulnerabilities, and the ethical implications of studying censorship technologies.…

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Hacked Chats & Telecom Takedowns: Black Basta & Salt Typhoon 43:23

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Episode 202 of Breaking Badness takes a deep dive into two of the biggest cybersecurity stories of the year (so far): ● Black Basta’s Leaked Chats – A major data leak has exposed internal conversations from this notorious ransomware gang, revealing their internal struggles, ransom negotiations, and even workplace drama. ● Salt Typhoon’s Cyber Espionage – A sophisticated Chinese threat group has been caught infiltrating major U.S. telecommunications providers, raising serious concerns about national security.…

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Building a Hacker Conference from Scratch: The Wild Origins of ShmooCon 44:32

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In this episode of Breaking Badness, we sit down with Bruce and Heidi Potter, two of the masterminds behind ShmooCon, the legendary cybersecurity conference that ran for 20 years. They take us behind the scenes, from its hilarious bar-napkin origins to how they built a tight-knit hacker community that thrived for two decades.…

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Takeovers, DeepSeek Deceptions & the Cloud’s Dirty Laundry 40:14

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In this episode of Breaking Badness, we dive into two major cybersecurity concerns: the risks of abandoned S3 buckets and a wave of phishing attacks impersonating DeepSeek. Watchtowr Labs uncovers how forgotten AWS storage can be hijacked for malicious purposes, potentially compromising military, government, and enterprise systems. Meanwhile, attackers exploit DeepSeek’s rising popularity to create lookalike sites, tricking unsuspecting users into downloading malware or exposing credentials. Join hosts Kali Fencl, Tim Helming, and Taylor Wilkes-Pierce as they break down these findings with humor, deep insights, and even a few pop culture references. Plus, we rate the severity of these threats on our infamous Hoodie Scale and wrap up with Gold, Guidance & Grievances.…

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In this episode of Breaking Badness, we dive into the cybersecurity headlines making waves in 2025. We discuss the U.S. Treasury breach, allegedly orchestrated by Chinese hackers using third-party access. Learn about how lingering chat histories can expose sensitive data and the importance of digital spring cleaning.…

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