Hardware Podcasts

428: Free Chocolate & HACKZ

Making It · 2 Feb 2024 · 1h 08m

What this episode covers

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss recent projects, including Diresta's custom whiskey boxes for Bulleit Bourbon and Picciuto's record player stand, before diving into a detailed discussion on cybersecurity. The hosts share personal experiences with phishing scams, explain how hackers bypass two-factor authentication via malicious PDFs, and recommend tools like One Password and physical security keys to protect accounts. They also cover the hack of YouTuber Matthias from Woodgears and offer advice on verifying online transactions to avoid fraud.

Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Bulleit Bourbon, Proof Media
Tools
One Password
Also
Woodgears, Whistling Diesel, Justin Hawkins Rides Again, Otto Baum, Patrick Hicks

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