

Scott Shapiro
Law professor and philosopher at Yale University, specializing in cybersecurity and the philosophy of law. Author of "Fancy Bear Goes Phishing."
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May 29, 2023 • 1h 28min
238 | Scott Shapiro on the Technology and Philosophy of Hacking
Scott Shapiro, a Yale law professor and philosopher, dives into the complex world of hacking and cybersecurity. He explains why creating unhackable computers is nearly impossible, highlighting the psychological vulnerabilities of users. The conversation spans historical hacking incidents, like the Morris Worm, and the eerie blend of philosophy and law that underpins hacking behavior. Shapiro also discusses the potential paths for young hackers, turning their skills away from crime and into positive cybersecurity careers. Intrigued? Tune in for a deep dive!

Jul 19, 2023 • 37min
How To Break The Internet (in 5 Hacks)
Join Scott Shapiro, a Yale Law professor and cybersecurity expert, as he unpacks the intriguing world of cybercrime. He reveals the audacious tactics of the Russian hacking group Fancy Bear and discusses five legendary hacks that transformed information security. Shapiro dives into the ethical implications of hacking and how technology intersects with law and philosophy. He also sheds light on the evolution of cybersecurity, emphasizing the vital role of ethical standards and digital literacy in protecting our interconnected world.

Sep 25, 2025 • 12min
Every Law Firm Should Build Their Own AI, Yale Professor Says
In this discussion, Yale Law School professor Scott Shapiro shares his insights on how law firms can harness their vast reserves of proprietary data to build custom AI tools. He emphasizes that firms can achieve remarkable results by training AI on their own work product, enhancing legal reasoning, and speeding up processes. Shapiro describes how he and his students created a generative model using legal documents, addressing both excitement and anxieties around AI in legal education. He argues for the necessity of law firms to adopt tailored AI solutions for improved outcomes.

Jun 29, 2023 • 1h 12min
Chatter: Hacker Movies with Scott Shapiro
Law professor and hacker historian Scott Shapiro discusses the portrayal of hacking in movies, emphasizing the inaccuracies and unreliability of Hollywood's depiction. They explore the connection between law, philosophy, and cybersecurity, and analyze movies like 'Sneakers' and 'Mr. Robot' for their realistic portrayals. They critique the misrepresentations in the film 'Snowden' and debunk common hacker stereotypes.

May 23, 2023 • 1h 1min
The Dark History of the Information Age
Hacking and cybersecurity are evergreen issues, in the news and on Lawfare. Scott Shapiro, the Charles F. Southmayd Professor of Law and Professor of Philosophy at Yale Law School, has a new book on how and why hacking works and what to do about it, called “Fancy Bear Goes Phishing: The Dark History of the Information Age, in Five Extraordinary Hacks.”Scott joined Jack Goldsmith to talk about how his pre-law-professor obsession with computers combined with his recent work in international law led him to write the book. They also discussed the lessons that the five hacks discussed in the book teach, including the limits of technology and solving cybersecurity problems, the importance of the human dimension to cybersecurity, and why we shouldn't be panicked about the state of cyber insecurity.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.