Buckle up, cyber enthusiasts, because this week’s episode is a rollercoaster ride through the murky depths of cybercrime! Erich and Javvad are diving into the story of 1,006 suspects nabbed in a global sting that makes "Ocean’s Eleven" look like a kindergarten playdate. Next, we shop 'til we drop on fake e-commerce sites tied to cybercrime marketplaces—spoiler alert: you’re not getting that “Gucci” bag for $19.99. Finally, we break down the latest saga in the US vs. China cyber espionage showdown, where telecom providers find themselves tangled in a hack straight out of a Hollywood thriller.

It’s cyber justice, scams, and geopolitical drama served with a side of sarcasm and a heaping dose of security tips you’ll actually want to use. Don’t miss it!

Stories from the show:

Major cybercrime operation nets 1,006 suspects https://www.interpol.int/en/News-and-Events/News/2024/Major-cybercrime-operation-nets-1-006-suspects

Fraudulent shopping sites tied to cybercrime marketplace taken offline https://www.europol.europa.eu/media-press/newsroom/news/fraudulent-shopping-sites-tied-to-cybercrime-marketplace-taken-offline?mtm_campaign=newsletter

White House official: 8 US telecom providers hacked by Chinese https://www.cnn.com/2024/12/04/politics/us-telecom-providers-chinese-hack/index.html

Hey there, tech detectives and cyber sleuths! Grab your headphones and get ready for another wild ride through the digital jungle with Erich and Javvad. This week, we're diving into a hot mess at Hot Topic (pun totally intended) that's left 57 million people saying 'Uh-oh!' Plus, we'll take you on a typhoon-fueled adventure as China's notorious Volt Typhoon crew makes a shocking comeback. It's like a cyber soap opera, but with way more zeroes and ones! So, buckle up, buttercup – it's time to unravel these tangled webs of tech drama!

Stories from the show:

HIBP notifies 57 million people of Hot Topic data breach https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hibp-notifies-57-million-people-of-hot-topic-data-breach/

China's Volt Typhoon crew and its botnet surge back with a vengeance https://www.theregister.com/2024/11/13/china_volt_typhoon_back/

Amazon MOVEit Leaker Claims to Be Ethical Hacker https://www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/amazon-moveit-leaker-claims/

In this episode, Erich and Javvad discuss some odd ransomware demands, a serious flaw with Synology, spying fryers and much more!