Cybersecurity in the workplace fails when social engineering targets your employees. This Mr Robot breakdown shows exactly how attackers infiltrate secure facilities.
Ever wonder how secure your workplace really is? In this episode, we dissect Mr. Robot's "Exploits" episode to reveal shocking cybersecurity vulnerabilities that exist in real workplaces today. I'm W. Curtis Preston, and I've seen these exact scenarios play out in my decades of consulting work.
We break down how Elliot's crew infiltrated Steel Mountain using nothing but social engineering - no fancy hacking required. From badge cloning at coffee shops to psychologically manipulating security guards, these attacks exploit human nature rather than technical systems.
Here's what you'll learn:
* How badge cloning really works (and why bathrooms are prime targets)
* The psychology behind social engineering attacks
* Why Wikipedia can be weaponized for fake identities
* Critical flaws in visitor badge protocols
* How to build a security-conscious workplace culture
* Real-world physical security best practices
I share stories from my own consulting days, including a painful finger injury that taught me about workplace security signs. Prasanna and I also discuss the infamous open-source supply chain attack that shows how trust can be exploited over time.
This isn't just entertainment - these are real threats your organization faces every day. Whether you're in IT, management, or just want to understand workplace security better, this episode will change how you think about cybersecurity in your office.
Don't let your company become the next Steel Mountain. Watch now and learn how to protect your workplace from social engineering attacks.
While you're here, Here's some great previous episodes:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZGn5xlYTec
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHz5hGZy0nY&t=2s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ov834MWoBXg&t=2s
This YouTube channel is also available as an audio podcast!
https://www.backupwrapup.com
We also have a blog that I've been running for over 20 years!
https://www.backupcentral.com
I've also written four O'Reilly books! My latest:
https://www.amazon.com/Modern-Data-Protection-Recoverability-Workloads-ebook/dp/B093TQTBC3
