This hacker leaked GTA 6 - and launched their own cryptocurrency
Summary
Graham Cluley and Paul Ducklin discuss the GTA 6 leak by hacker CyberLeak, who monetized stolen footage via a cryptocurrency scheme. They also examine residential proxies, explaining how malware on smart TVs and routers creates botnets for ad fraud and cybercrime. The episode concludes with personal picks: a historical photo guessing game and a book on scientific curiosity.
Topics discussed
Intro: Cyberleak pun and guest Ducklin introduction
Preview: Android trojans, smart TV spying, and GTA 6
Sponsor: ThreatLocker security features
GTA 6 leak: Cyberleak hacker, crypto scam, and motives
GTA 6 context: Physical disks, past breaches, and hype
Sponsor: Black Kite European cyber risk report
Residential proxies: Definition, smart TVs, and ISPs
Proxy abuse: Botnets, ad fraud, and legal risks
Sponsor: Vanta compliance automation
Pick of the Week: Time Guesser photo game
Pick of the Week: The Measure of All Things book
Outro: Guest info, credits, and supporter thanks
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