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How a hacker could have Rickrolled the entire World Cup

Jun 24, 2026 ยท 1h 0m

Summary

Graham Cluley and Danny Palmer discuss a FIFA security flaw that could have Rickrolled the World Cup, and Dutch police using billboards to expose fraudsters. They also cover a Black Kite report on rising European ransomware attacks with guest Geoffrey Wheatman.

Topics discussed

Intro, guest Danny Palmer, and episode overview Black Kite cyber risk report on European attacks Dutch bank help desk and fake police scams Public shaming campaign using motorway billboards Sponsor segment: Vanta security platform FIFA World Cup streaming security vulnerability Sponsor segment: Proton Pass password manager Pick of the Week: Iceberg physics and Fallout mod Interview with Jeffrey Weidman on third-party risks Outro, sponsor thanks, and listener shoutouts
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