Smashing Security Hacks on the high seas, and how your home can be stolen under your nose
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Jan 22, 2025 
Avery Pennarun, Co-founder and CEO of Tailscale, dives into the wild world of cybersecurity and home protection. He discusses a teenage hacker's audacious exploits, from changing exam scores to tampering with shipping routes. Avery highlights the growing threat of home title scams, emphasizing the need for vigilance to safeguard personal property. The conversation also touches on modern networking challenges and how Tailscale simplifies security for users. Tune in for a mix of tech insights and cautionary tales!
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Teen Hacker Highlights Security Gaps
- Many kids are adept at computers, and systems are often not secured.
- This combination can lead to unexpected vulnerabilities and exploits.
Italian Hacker Changes Grades and Diverts Ships
- A 15-year-old Italian hacker changed his failing grades to barely passing.
- He also hacked a maritime portal and diverted oil tankers in the Mediterranean.
Deed Theft Scam Leads to Foreclosure
- 90-year-old Ray Cortez was tricked into signing over his Brooklyn brownstone.
- The scammer took out a loan against the house, leading to foreclosure.
