cover of episode Pasta spies and private eyes, and are you applying for a ghost job?

Pasta spies and private eyes, and are you applying for a ghost job?

2024/11/7
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A major hacking scandal rocks Italy, with allegations of data theft targeting high-profile figures, including politicians and even the Italian president. Four arrests have been made, including a former super cop, and the investigation is expanding to explore potential international links.
  • Hackers allegedly stole confidential data from Italian politicians and other prominent figures.
  • Four arrests have been made in connection with the scandal, including a former super cop and a hacker linked to Anonymous.
  • A private investigation company, Equalize, is suspected of illegally accessing government databases and selling the data to clients.
  • The investigation is expanding to include possible involvement from the Israeli intelligence agency Mossad and the Vatican.

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Mamma Mia! A major hacking scandal in Italy has expanded to include alleged involvement from Israel and the Vatican, and just why are companies advertising jobs that don't exist?

All this and more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by cybersecurity veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault.

Warning: This podcast may contain nuts, adult themes, and rude language.

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