Hackers x Humans

Hackers x Humans
Podcast Description
Hackers x Humans is the podcast that explores the human side of cybersecurity—where hackers exploit trust, and humans fight back.
Brought to you by Mirage Security, we dive deep into the world of social engineering, the tactic behind 98% of cyberattacks. Each episode features practitioners, researchers, and real-world stories that uncover how attackers manipulate people—and what you can do to stop them.
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Content Themes
The podcast delves into themes of cybersecurity with a strong emphasis on social engineering tactics, highlighting episodes such as the implications of executive protection and analyzing real-world cyberattack case studies like the Salt Typhoon incident. The focus is on how trust is exploited in security contexts and practical prevention strategies.

Hackers x Humans is the podcast that explores the human side of cybersecurity—where hackers exploit trust, and humans fight back.
Brought to you by Mirage Security, we dive deep into the world of social engineering, the tactic behind 98% of cyberattacks. Each episode features practitioners, researchers, and real-world stories that uncover how attackers manipulate people—and what you can do to stop them.
Ready to explore the hidden corners of the internet and bolster your cybersecurity strategy for 2025 and beyond? In this second episode of Hackers & Humans, host Ross Lazerowitz sits down with cybersecurity expert Kim Crawley—author, educator, and dark web researcher—to demystify the darknet and its notorious marketplaces. They dive deep into Tor, how illegal goods and cybercrime kits are traded online, and why AI-powered threats (like deepfakes) are transforming both criminal tactics and defense strategies. Kim also shares insights on corporate culture’s impact on security, plus practical advice on certifications and career paths in an ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape.

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