Topic: Server Security

6 chapters across the catalog

Poop-in
Episode 1168 2:01:07 - 2:02:28

1168: Poop-in

University Technology Glitch Locks Students Out of Buildings

A central server failure at a university caused automated door locks to malfunction, preventing students and employees from entering classrooms. The incident highlighted the vulnerabilities of relying on networked security systems over traditional physical master keys.

Wordy Durd
Episode 867 2:13:57 - 2:15:45

867: Wordy Durd

Server Scanning Reality, "Hacking" Log Files

Adam Curry debunks the "scanning activity" alarmism by reading his own server's log files in real-time. He shows that automated bots from all over the world, including Ireland, constantly attempt to log into private servers. He argues that this routine internet background noise is being misrepresented as targeted Russian state hacking.

White, Male & Yale
Episode 828 44:25 - 48:24

828: White, Male & Yale

Media Bias Shift and CBS Coverage of Server Hacks

The hosts observe a shift in CBS News coverage, which they perceive as becoming more critical of Hillary Clinton. A CBS report by Nancy Cordes highlights that Clinton's private technology advisor shut down the server in 2011 due to suspected hacking attempts. Clinton campaign spokesperson Ryan Fallon is shown attempting to frame the OIG report as a validation of widespread personal email use.

Political Perp Walk
Episode 815 1:59:46 - 2:03:43

815: Political Perp Walk

Hillary Clinton, Email Security Review

Hillary Clinton tells Matt Lauer that there is "not even the remotest chance" she will face a "political perp walk" over her private email server. She characterizes the FBI investigation as a "security review." The hosts dispute Joy Reid's assertion that Clinton is the most qualified candidate since the founding fathers, comparing her resume to John Quincy Adams and Thomas Jefferson.

Facebook Thuggin'
Episode 711 25:03 - 28:13

711: Facebook Thuggin'

Michael Flynn, Hillary Clinton Email Server Security

Former DIA Chief Lieutenant General Michael Flynn suggests there is a high probability that Russian and Chinese hackers accessed Hillary Clinton's private email server. The discussion touches on Flynn's departure from the Obama administration and the security implications of using non-government devices for official diplomatic business.