Marcus Hutchins
Anonymous security researcher known as MalwareTech, who stopped the WannaCry ransomware attack. Former malware writer who transitioned to cybersecurity.
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May 6, 2025 • 1h 7min
158: MalwareTech
Marcus Hutchins, known as MalwareTech, is a cybersecurity whiz who famously halted the WannaCry ransomware attack. He shares his unlikely rise to fame after stopping one of the largest ransomware outbreaks historically. The podcast explores his transition from writing malware to becoming a security researcher, the chaos of the attack, and the intense scrutiny he faced from agencies like the FBI. Hutchins also reflects on the moral dilemmas of cybersecurity and navigating fame as an unexpected hero in a dangerous digital landscape.
Nov 1, 2023 • 57min
A Hacker Saved The Internet
Ethical hacker Marcus Hutchins discusses his early days as a talented coder and his involvement in internet forums. The podcast covers the challenges of tracking individuals on BitTorrent, the development of Marcus' moral code, and the importance of software updates. It also explores Marcus' pivotal role in stopping the WannaCry virus, his legal troubles, and redemption.
