Smashing Security Smashing Security

This is the AI service you should never sign up to

Aug 12, 2026 · 45m

Summary

In Smashing Security episode 480, Graham Cluley and guest Leanne Potter discuss "Poison Claude," a fraudulent service exploiting AWS free credits to offer cheap AI access while harvesting user data. They also analyze "Greatness," a phishing kit that weaponizes legitimate Microsoft device code flows to steal OAuth tokens without passwords. Leanne shares her research on using AI to de-radicalize incels and recommends secure remote access tools Tailscale and RustDesk.

Topics discussed

Introduction and Leanne Potter's new roles AI companions and de-radicalizing incels Arctic Wolf report on invisible IT assets Poison Claude: Fraudulent AI access via stolen AWS credits NordLayer sponsor segment Greatness phishing kit and device code attacks Vanta sponsor segment Pick of the Week: Tailscale and RustDesk Pick of the Week: League of the Lexicon game Outro and Patreon supporter shoutouts
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