Topic: Ddos Attack

11 chapters across the catalog

Publical
Episode 1686 19:00 - 23:53

1686: Publical

Elon Musk Donald Trump Interview, X Spaces Technical Issues

Elon Musk's live interview with Donald Trump on the X platform was delayed by technical difficulties attributed to a distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack. White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre addressed the event by emphasizing the responsibility of private social media companies to manage misinformation. The conversation, which reached over a million concurrent listeners, covered topics ranging from immigration to government efficiency.

Dig Up Canada!
Episode 1537 2:17:23 - 2:23:56

1537: Dig Up Canada!

Donor Thank Yous, DDOS Attack on Stream

The hosts read through a list of associate executive producers and $50 donors, despite a suspected DDOS attack targeting the live stream. Notable mentions include a "Clock Boy" themed donation and a defense of vasectomies from a father of eight. The segment concludes with a reminder that executive producer credits are recognized on IMDB and serve as a permanent record of support.

Radiation Tsunami
Episode 1494 20:40 - 24:56

1494: Radiation Tsunami

US Airport Cyber Attacks, Pro-Russian Hackers

Major US airports in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Atlanta were targeted by Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, with a pro-Russian group claiming responsibility. Rear Admiral John Kirby stated it is too soon to definitively link the Kremlin to the attacks, which affected public-facing websites but not flight operations. Skeptics suggest these low-level attacks might be used as a pretext for increasing government cyber-security spending.

Sock Puppet Media
Episode 969 13:18 - 17:41

969: Sock Puppet Media

NATO Cybersecurity Symposium, European Commission DDoS Attack

NATO officials and industry representatives gathered in Mons, Belgium, for a cybersecurity symposium to discuss privatizing cyber defense. Simultaneously, the European Commission reported a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack that slowed connection speeds but did not result in a data breach.

The Portal
Episode 716 2:43:55 - 2:48:55

716: The Portal

Pearson Education and Standardized Testing Glitches

Standardized testing in Minnesota was disrupted by technical failures and a suspected Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack on servers managed by Pearson and Prometric. The glitches caused significant anxiety for students in grades 3 through 11. The incident highlights the risks of the "Common Core" transition to digital testing and the monopolistic influence of the Pearson Foundation on the U.S. education system.

Terror Factory
Episode 709 2:08:36 - 2:11:59

709: Terror Factory

Vikingdom 2015, U.S. Military IP Addresses

A hacking group calling itself "Vikingdom 2015" targeted several U.S. state government websites, including Maine.gov and Wyoming.gov. However, a technical analysis by a travel services provider revealed that the attacking IP addresses were registered to the U.S. Air Force's 754th Electronic System Group. This discovery suggests that some "foreign" cyberattacks may actually be domestic operations, possibly intended to justify new executive powers or frame other nations.

Ninjas in Mongolia
Episode 503 4:10 - 5:37

503: Ninjas in Mongolia

Mt. Gox Exchange, DDoS Attacks, and Investor Losses

The Mt. Gox exchange faced significant issues, including suspected distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks and bot manipulation. Investors on Reddit shared stories of financial loss, including individuals who performed labor for Bitcoin only to see the value drop from $266 to $120. The volatility is framed as a warning to those treating the digital currency as a stable investment.

Spam Horse
Episode 499 5:20 - 12:20

499: Spam Horse

BBC Coverage of Spamhaus and Cyberbunker DDoS Attack

A critique of BBC News reporting focuses on a distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack involving Spamhaus and Cyberbunker. The hosts argue that the BBC and other mainstream outlets use hyperbolic military terminology, such as "nuclear bomb" and "machine gun," to describe internet plumbing issues. They characterize the event as a PR effort by Cloudflare that was misrepresented by the media as a threat to the entire internet's "motorway system."

Brolf
Episode 477 2:18:58 - 2:23:07

477: Brolf

Predator Drone Toy Reviews and Stream DDoS Attack

The hosts read satirical Amazon reviews for a Maisto diecast Predator drone toy, where users mock the ethics of remote-controlled warfare and "double-tap" strikes. During the segment, the No Agenda live stream suffers a DDoS attack, which the hosts jokingly attribute to their discussion of sensitive global topics.

Brolf
Episode 477 2:44:35 - 2:50:37

477: Brolf

Cyber Attack Onslaught and Public-Private Collaboration

A massive wave of cyber attacks has targeted major U.S. banks, including Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase. While some officials blame Iran as retaliation for Stuxnet, the hosts argue the "onslaught" is being used by the Business Roundtable to push for executive orders on public-private information sharing. The segment also briefly touches on the certification of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner.