Factually! with Adam Conover Why You’re Not Safe from Hackers with Rachel Tobac
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Sep 25, 2024 Rachel Tobac, an ethical hacker and CEO of SocialProof Security, delves into the world of cybercrime, revealing alarming statistics and the human factors behind hacking. She emphasizes that many attacks exploit human error rather than tech flaws. Tobac shares insights on the importance of digital literacy, critical thinking, and vigilance against scams. The conversation tackles ransomware threats, the rise of AI in cybercrime, and practical steps for improving personal cybersecurity, like using unique passwords and multi-factor authentication.
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Hacking via Brand Pretenses
- Hackers often target people by pretending to be familiar brands based on their interests.
- Rachel illustrated this by pretending to be Diet Dr. Pepper to trick Adam Conover.
The Threat Model Spectrum
- Threat models depend on one's online presence and audience size.
- More followers or public exposure increases your likelihood of being targeted by hackers.
Update Procrastination Risk
- People habitually delay software updates, increasing vulnerability.
- The "Not now" button on update prompts is a major security weakness.