Andy Greenberg

Andy Greenberg, a Senior Writer for Wired and author of "Sandworm," dives into the NotPetya cyber attack that devastated Ukraine in 2017. He details how the attack spread through software updates, crippling vital infrastructure like Oshad Bank. Unraveling its deceptive ransomware facade, Greenberg discusses its catastrophic impact on multinational companies, including Maersk and FedEx. He examines the geopolitical implications and the involvement of Russian hacker groups, shedding light on the dark reality of modern cyber warfare.

Andy Greenberg, a senior writer at Wired, shares a chilling story of the dark web's 'Welcome to Video,' a site distributing child exploitation material. He discusses how investigators used advanced bitcoin tracing techniques to unmask its operators. Greenberg highlights the emotional toll on law enforcement during these harrowing investigations, alongside the complexities of jurisdiction and the silent struggles faced by the victims. His insights draw attention to the urgent need for legal reform and greater awareness surrounding online exploitation.

Andy Greenberg, cybersecurity reporter known for deep investigations into cybercrime, narrates a whistleblower’s escape from a crypto scam compound in Laos. Short segments cover the Epstein files’ tech ties and Elon Musk’s plan to fold xAI into SpaceX. Tense reporting, encrypted sourcing, forced-labor revelations, and the mechanics of pig-butchering romance scams take center stage.

Andy Greenberg, a senior writer at Wired and author of Sandworm, dives into the startling cyber attack during the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang. He reveals how critical IT systems were crippled, creating chaos at the event. The discussion takes a sinister turn as Greenberg examines potential state-sponsored attackers like North Korea and Russia, showcasing the complexity of cyber warfare. He also highlights the implications of the landmark indictment of the hacking group Sandworm, emphasizing the urgent need for accountability in the realm of cybersecurity.

Andy Greenberg, a senior writer at WIRED specializing in hacking and cybersecurity, joins to discuss a fascinating Hack Lab project involving the Deckmate 2 card shuffler. He reveals how they exploited its vulnerabilities using a USB device to access sensitive firmware and an internal camera. The conversation dives into the mechanics of card shuffling machines, the risks of digital connectivity in everyday devices, and even parallels with a recent DOJ indictment related to gambling fraud. Andy cautions poker players about the dangers of automated shufflers and insider threats.

Andy Greenberg, WIRED senior writer known for deep cybercrime investigations, tells a tense story from inside a Laos scam compound. He shares how a whistleblower used ProtonMail and Signal to expose pig‑butchering crypto scams, the Golden Triangle’s lawless crypto economy, the compound’s panopticon work culture and an audacious escape that followed. Short, vivid scenes reveal trafficking, coercion, and the hurdles to stopping these networks.

Andy Greenberg, a senior writer at Wired and author of "Sandworm: A New Era of Cyberwar," dives into the dark world of the Russian hacking group Sandworm. He reveals how their shift from espionage to destructive attacks like NotPetya has redefined cyber warfare. Greenberg discusses the chaotic yet effective tactics used by these hackers and critiques the inadequate responses from governments. The conversation also touches on the urgent need for international norms in cyberspace and the potential for diplomatic solutions to mitigate these threats.

Andy Greenberg, senior Wired writer who covers cybersecurity and crypto crime, shares a thrilling investigation based on a whistleblower inside a Southeast Asia scam compound. He outlines how victims are trafficked via fake IT jobs, trained in romance-investment fraud, and controlled with debt and punishment. The story follows an escape attempt, ethical reporting dilemmas, and why these operations keep persisting.

Andy Greenberg, senior WIRED writer who investigates cybersecurity and scam networks, shares firsthand reporting from a Golden Triangle scam compound. He describes pig butchering romance-to-crypto schemes, how the special economic zone enables lawless operations, the compound’s controls and punishments, and the risky reporting and escape that exposed 10 GB of evidence.

Andy Greenberg, a senior writer at WIRED specializing in cybersecurity, dives deep into the world of encrypted messaging. He explains the critical differences between Signal and Telegram, particularly highlighting Signal's robust privacy features amidst Telegram's recent legal troubles. The conversation spotlights the catch-22 of protecting user privacy against law enforcement demands, and discusses the challenges of shifting user habits toward privacy-focused apps like Signal in a world dominated by surveillance capitalism.