Explore every episode of the podcast TechSNAP
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| 430: All Good Things | 29 May 2020 | 00:52:09 | |
It's a storage showdown as Jim and Wes bust some performance myths about RAID and ZFS.
Plus our favorite features from Fedora 32, and why Wes loves DNF.
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| 429: Curious About Caddy | 15 May 2020 | 00:30:45 | |
Jim and Wes take the latest release of the Caddy web server for a spin, investigate Intel's Comet Lake desktop CPUs, and explore the fight over 5G between the US Military and the FCC.
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| 420: Choose Your Own Compiler | 10 Jan 2020 | 00:24:10 | |
Compiling the Linux kernel with Clang has never been easier, so we explore this alternative compiler and what it brings to the ecosystem.
Plus Debian's continued init system debate, and our frustrations over 5G reporting.
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| Episode 330: Netflix Lab Rats | TechSNAP 330 | 02 Aug 2017 | 01:21:26 | |
Dan does some sleuthing & finds that the story of a major data leak isn't quite what it seems, then a new Talos report that shows a large number of unpatched & unprotected memcached servers. We discuss just how bad that might be. Plus, between some excellent feedback & Dan's recent adventures, we've got a itty bitty ZFS deep dive. And of course your feedback, a fantastic round-up & so much more on this week's episode of TechSNAP. | |||
| Episode 329: Teeny Weeny DNS Server | TechSNAP 329 | 26 Jul 2017 | 01:21:56 | |
We've got the latest on some mysterious mac malware that's been lurking for years, a handy new tool to help you monitor, backup and generally work with your DNS infrastructure & possibly more problems for Symantec, the certificate authority who just can't seem to get things right.
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| Episode 328: LetsEncrypt is a SNAP | TechSNAP 328 | 19 Jul 2017 | 01:36:03 | |
The recent ‘Devil’s Ivy’ vulnerability has caused quite a rash in the security journalism community. Is it as bad as poison ivy or just a bunch of hyperbole? We discuss. Plus you’ve heard of public key encryption, but what lies beyond? We cover some possible alternatives and the problem of identity. Then Dan’s got the latest on his Let’s encrypt setup including a brand new open source tool you too can use! | |||
| Episode 327: Unsecured IO | TechSNAP 327 | 12 Jul 2017 | 01:43:54 | |
GNUPG has just released a fix for a dangerous side-channel attack that could expose your private key, a leak of NASDAQ test data was picked up by real news organizations and caused a bit of a panic & the fascinating story of a security researched who managed to take over all .io domains with a little sleuthing and a few domain registrations. Plus Dan's got so much new stuff it has its own segment, and of course your feedback, a fantastic round-up & so much more! | |||
| Episode 326: Broadband from Space | TechSNAP 326 | 05 Jul 2017 | 01:36:54 | |
A new satellite broadband ISP has approval to serve the US, are their low-latency claims too good to be true? UK Law enforcement claims that visiting the dark web is a potential sign of terrorism, watch out tor users! Then we follow a Krebs’ deep dive into the wild world of robocalls.
Plus Dan’s latest Let’s Encrypt updates, your fantastic feedback, a robust roundup & so much more! | |||
| Episode 325: Google Reads Your Email | TechSNAP 325 | 28 Jun 2017 | 01:21:08 | |
We go to air just as a massive cyberattack strikes Europe, Google stops reading your email, well sorta maybe & we discuss the latest debate over US government access to overseas data. Plus some fantastic feedback, a robust roundup & so much more! | |||
| Episode 324: DNS Mastery | TechSNAP 324 | 21 Jun 2017 | 01:42:36 | |
We’ve got the latest on the ‘Stack Crash’ vulnerability affecting a UNIX OS near you. Plus thanks to a recent RNC data leak we’ve got your name, address, birthday & a lot more personal information! Then Dan does a deep dive on his DNS infrastructure, some recent improvements & his integration with Let’s Encrypt.Plus some fantastic feedback, a robust roundup & so much more! | |||
| Episode 323: Comment & Control | TechSNAP 323 | 14 Jun 2017 | 01:38:52 | |
Dan's back from BSDCAN with peanut butter, taps, and a new library that's the source of all truth. Then we've got the story of Britney Spears latest career move: controlling botnets through Instagram comments & Dan teaches us about steganography and how it helped catch an NSA leaker.
Plus some fantastic feedback, a robust roundup & so much more! | |||
| Episode 322: #NotMyInternet | TechSNAP 322 | 07 Jun 2017 | 01:37:11 | |
We discuss who really controls the internet & just how centralized and potentially vulnerable it has become. Plus the latest security letdowns from Windows 10, the story of a questionably ethical hacker & Zomato's data breach.
Plus some fantastic feedback, a robust roundup & so much more! | |||
| Episode 321: A Burrito Stole My Money | TechSNAP 321 | 31 May 2017 | 01:24:22 | |
Not only is the UK leaving the Eurozone, they are starting their own internet, this time with more surveillance! Then we’ve got some top tips on getting recruited by the Israeli NSA & the details of some new WannaCry wannabes that may be infecting a windows server near you.
Plus some fantastic feedback, a robust roundup & so much more! | |||
| 419: Nebulous Networking | 27 Dec 2019 | 00:33:33 | |
From classifying cats to colorizing old photos we share our top tips and tools for starting your machine learning journey. Plus, learn why Nebula is our favorite new VPN technology, and how it can help simplify and secure your network.
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| Episode 320: Kill Switch Engage | TechSNAP 320 | 24 May 2017 | 01:18:36 | |
We've got another round of WannaCry analysis, the latest on the FCCs battle over Net neutrality. Then IPv6 Tunnels & you, a 2017 check-in. Plus some fantastic feedback, a robust roundup & so much more! | |||
| Episode 319: When IT Security Cries | TechSNAP 319 | 17 May 2017 | 01:20:13 | |
The WannaCry Worm has brought the world to tears. We've got the latest details, conspiracy theories, fallout & some tissues. Plus a keylogger that may be hiding in your audio driver, some great hardware recommendations from the audience, your great feedback, a hard hitting round up & so much more! | |||
| Episode 318: All Drives Die | TechSNAP 318 | 10 May 2017 | 01:19:10 | |
Turns out you've been doing passwords wrong, but don't worry, we've got the latest and greatest guidance from NIST. Plus the latest numbers from BackBlaze with some interesting conclusions about enterprise drives. Then the details about that google docs worm everyone's talking about, some top tips to stay safe & so much more! | |||
| Episode 317: Some Fishy Chips | TechSNAP 317 | 03 May 2017 | 01:38:13 | |
Intel's patched a remote execution exploit that’s been lurking in their chips for the past nine years, we’ve got the details & some handy tips to check if you’re affected. Then Dan does a deep dive into friend of the show Tarsnap: what it is, how to use it & why it’s so awesome. Plus we discuss when we use external services versus building ourselves & a few tips for lightweight backup solutions that might work for you. Then your fantastic feedback, a riotous roundup & so much more! | |||
| Episode 316: PHP Steals Your Nuts | TechSNAP 316 | 26 Apr 2017 | 01:42:13 | |
The squirrels have gotten in the mailbag as the guys discuss an unfortunate new vulnerability in Squirrelmail. Plus an interesting new entrant to the anonymous domain name space from some of the internet’s most famous rabble rousers. Then Dan & Wes get just a bit jealous of Canada’s new take on net neutrality & more!
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| Episode 315: Tales of FileSystems | TechSNAP 315 | 19 Apr 2017 | 01:36:51 | |
We’ve got the latest gossip on Apple’s brand new filesystem & why you should care! Plus Dan dives deep into the wonderful world of ZFS and FreeBSD jails & shows us how he is putting them to use in his latest server build. Plus it’s your fantastic feedback, a riotous roundup & so much more! | |||
| Episode 314: Cyber Liability | TechSNAP 314 | 12 Apr 2017 | 01:44:42 | |
We cover some fascinating new research that can steal your phone’s PIN using just the on-board sensors. Then we cover how computer security is broken from top to bottom and Dan does another deep dive, this time on everyone’s favorite database, PostgresSQL. Plus it’s your feedback, a huge roundup & so much more! | |||
| Episode 313: Wifi Stack Overfloweth | TechSNAP 313 | 05 Apr 2017 | 01:41:34 | |
Your Wifi Stack is under attack! But dont worry, Apple’s got the patch & we’ve got the story. Then the latest ATM hacking tips that will only cost you $15 & Dan does a deep dive into Let’s Encrypt! Plus it’s your feedback, a huge roundup & so much more! | |||
| Episode 312: Privacy is Dead | TechSNAP 312 | 29 Mar 2017 | 01:42:50 | |
This week, we sell your private browsing history to the highest bidder! Oh wait, that’s your ISP! We cover the latest rollback of internet privacy regulations in the US, plus the surprisingly uplifting story of script kiddies getting their day in court, Dan does a not-so-deep dive into ZFS & explains why you should already be using it. Plus it’s your feedback, a huge roundup & so much more! | |||
| Episode 311: Check Yo Checksum | TechSNAP 311 | 22 Mar 2017 | 02:01:46 | |
The guys break with the usual format & turn things over to Dan for a deep deep dive on Bacula! Then it’s the latest Yahoo hack news & a few more reasons you should already be using ZFS. Plus it’s your feedback, a huge roundup & so much more! | |||
| 418: 5G Fundamentals | 13 Dec 2019 | 00:34:03 | |
As the rollout of 5G finally arrives, we take some time to explain the fundamentals of the next generation of wireless technology.
Plus the surprising performance of eero's mesh Wi-Fi, some great news for WireGuard, and an update on the Librem 5.
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| Episode 310: Don’t Panic & P your S | TechSNAP 310 | 15 Mar 2017 | 01:27:49 | |
We crack open Vault 7 & are a little let down by what's inside, give you one more reason you should already be using ZFS & just when you thought you could trust your phone again, we’ve got the story of preinstalled Android malware. Then it’s your feedback, a huge roundup & so much more!
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| Episode 309: Bad Boy Backups | TechSNAP 309 | 08 Mar 2017 | 01:30:31 | |
We’ve got the sad story of cloud-enabled toys leading to, you guessed it, leaking customer’s personal information! Plus a case of backups gone bad, but this time, it’s a good thing! Then it’s your feedback, a huge roundup, and so much more! | |||
| Episode 308: Cloudy with a Chance of Leaks | TechSNAP 308 | 01 Mar 2017 | 01:21:45 | |
Google heard you like hashes so they broke SHA1, we've got the details. Plus we dive in to Cloudflare's data disaster, Dan shows us his rack, your feedback, a huge roundup & so much more! | |||
| Episode 307: State Sponsored Audiophiles | TechSNAP 307 | 22 Feb 2017 | 01:07:03 | |
The details on the latest WordPress vulnerability, then the surprising, or perhaps not so surprising takeover of a cybersecurity firms website & watch out, hacker's may be using your microphone to steal your data! Plus a packed roundup, your feedback & so much more! | |||
| Episode 306: Metadata Matters | TechSNAP 306 | 15 Feb 2017 | 01:57:38 | |
The latest on just who has access to your private email, Dan dives deep on the GitLab Postmortem & did you know that Transport for London has been tracking your wifi? We’ve got the details. Plus a packed roundup, your feedback & so much more! | |||
| Episode 305: Gambling with Code | TechSNAP 305 | 08 Feb 2017 | 01:45:08 | |
We’ve got the latest on GitLabs data disaster, a clever new method to cheat at the slots & a new Netgear exploit thats coming for your network! Plus your feedback, a giant roundup & much, much more! | |||
| Episode 304: Three C's to Tweet By | TechSNAP 304 | 01 Feb 2017 | 01:38:04 | |
The guys cover Dropbox bugs that could be holding on to your deleted files, explain what the heck ATM ‘shimmers’ are & talk about how to keep your secret identity secret. Plus your feedback, a packed roundup & much more! | |||
| Episode 303: DDos Mafia | TechSNAP 303 | 25 Jan 2017 | 01:03:28 | |
A remote vulnerability in Ansible has been patched, the latest updates on the Mirai botnet, our first TechSNAP challenge, your feedback, a gigantic roundup & so much more!
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| Episode 302: Internet of Voice Triggers | TechSNAP 302 | 17 Jan 2017 | 00:37:34 | |
The Github enterprise SQL scare, malware that lives in your browser, Dan’s mail server war story, your feedback, a righteous roundup & more! Note: This is a shorter episode because the hosts are new and the first recording was also a double episode recording, expect them to get longer as the guys get more comfortable! | |||
| Episode 301: The Next Generation | TechSNAP 301 | 11 Jan 2017 | 00:38:58 | |
Malware that evades blocking systems and getting into BSD for the first time. Plus a fresh round up, your questions & much, much more! | |||
| 417: Machine Learning Magic | 29 Nov 2019 | 00:26:27 | |
We explore the rapid adoption of machine learning, its impact on computer architecture, and how to avoid AI snake oil.
Plus so-so SSD security, and a new wireless protocol that works best where the Wi-Fi sucks.
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| Episode 300: 2089 Days Uptime | TechSNAP 300 | 06 Jan 2017 | 02:13:06 | |
How the hack of DigiNotar changed the infrastructure of the Internet forever, changing the way we think about security & how to hide malware in a PNG. Plus a packed round up, great emails & more in a packed 300th episode! | |||
| Episode 299: Fancy Bear Misfire.apk | TechSNAP 299 | 30 Dec 2016 | 01:33:10 | |
PHPMailer puts almost every PHP CMS at risk, the Fancy Bear Android Malware that has a complicated past & the new botnet that likes brag. Plus great questions, a packed round up & much, much more! | |||
| Episode 298: Best of 2016 | TechSNAP 298 | 22 Dec 2016 | 01:30:20 | |
We've given the Jupiter Broadcasting staff the holidays off, so lets take this moment to have a look back at some of the best moments of TechSNAP in 2016!
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| Episode 297: The Bourne Avalanche | TechSNAP 297 | 16 Dec 2016 | 01:33:04 | |
The Malvertising campaign that targets routers, script kiddies get a talking to & the Avalanche crime ringleader is on the run. Plus your questions, a packed round up & more! | |||
| Episode 296: Schoolhouse Exploits | TechSNAP 296 | 09 Dec 2016 | 01:39:53 | |
Project Zero breaks the chain, we share stories from our mischievous past & malware as a service gets busted. Plus your great questions, a packed round up & much, much more! | |||
| Episode 295: Shift+F10 and Done | TechSNAP 295 | 02 Dec 2016 | 01:34:22 | |
A researcher accidentally roots Microsoft Azure’s Red Hat Update Infrastructure, newly discovered router flaw in-the-wild & hacking Windows 10 by holding down the shift key. Plus your questions, our answers & a great round up! | |||
| Episode 294: Turkey.deb | TechSNAP 294 | 25 Nov 2016 | 01:32:36 | |
The Debian packaging flaw that exposes your server, we go over the state of the Internet... report that is & hacking 27% of the web. Plus some great questions, a fantastic round up & much, much more! | |||
| Episode 293: Root in 70 Seconds | TechSNAP 293 | 18 Nov 2016 | 02:05:55 | |
Get a root shell by holding down enter, comprising a Linux desktop using an NES & PoisonTap, the impressive little hacking tool. Plus your great questions, a poppin’ round up & much, much more! | |||
| Episode 292: Unix Security Trifecta | TechSNAP 292 | 10 Nov 2016 | 01:44:23 | |
It’s a trifecta of Unix vulnerabilities, our concerns with LessPass & a very valuable vulnerability. Plus your questions, our answers, a spicy round up & much, much more! | |||
| Episode 291: Nuclear IoT Toaster | TechSNAP 291 | 03 Nov 2016 | 01:08:18 | |
We go deep into sophisticated modular malware & meet the manufacturer who vows to recall their IoT devices used in recent attacks. Plus home server questions, a fun round-up & more! | |||
| 416: I.T. Phone Home | 15 Nov 2019 | 00:27:56 | |
Ubiquiti's troublesome new telemetry, Jim's take on the modern Microsoft, and why Project Silica just might be the future of long term storage.
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| Episode 290: Internet Snow Day | TechSNAP 290 | 28 Oct 2016 | 01:23:13 | |
A large managed DNS provider was taken down by a DDoS, we'll tell you all about Dyn’s big outage. Then we beat the dead dirty CoW, answer your questions, a breaking news round up & more! | |||
| Episode 289: Long Broken SSL History | TechSNAP 289 | 21 Oct 2016 | 02:41:38 | |
Spreading the DDoS Disease & selling the cure, we have the audit results of TrueCrypt’s replacement & a comprehensive history of the most important events that shaped the SSL ecosystem. Plus your great questions, our answers & much... Much MORE! | |||
| Episode 288: Internet of Default Passwords | TechSNAP 288 | 14 Oct 2016 | 01:40:03 | |
The Internet of Things is the Internet of Terrible, we’ll round up the week’s stories & submit the TechSNAP solution to you the audience. Plus the security cost of Android fragmentation, great questions & a packed round up!
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