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The Evolution of Hacking: From Counterculture to Cybersecurity with John Threat
The Evolution of Hacking: From Counterculture to Cybersecurity with John Threat
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40 minutes
Released:
Jan 23, 2024
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Content Warning: This episode contains explicit language and references to criminal activity.In this episode, Brian and John are joined by a very special guest—John Threat, also known as John Lee, a veteran of the Great Hacker War and known as "Corrupt" from the early 90s hacking group MOD (Masters of Deception). We dive into the fascinating origins and culture of hacking, with John Threat sharing his experiences from the '80s all the way to the present day and the excitement of exploring and breaking into systems. The discussion also explores the evolution and loss of excitement in the hacking culture, the potential impact of AI and machine learning, and the changing threat landscape. From the deep camaraderie within hacking groups and the diversity of the MOD team in the 90s to the potential ethical and legal implications of new technologies, this episode is set to be a thought-provoking and riveting journey into the world of cybersecurity and hacking.
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Let’s get into Things on the IoT Security Podcast!Follow Brian Contos on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/briancontosAnd you can follow John Vecchi at https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnvecchiThe IoT Security Podcast is powered by Phosphorus Cybersecurity. Join the conversation for the IoT Security Podcast — where xIoT meets Security. Learn more at https://phosphorus.io/podcast
Released:
Jan 23, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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