Episode
Ep 45: XBox Underground (Part 1)
1:22:19
Published: Tue Aug 20 2019
Description
This is the story about the XBox hacking scene and how a group of guys pushed the hacking a little too far. This is part 1 of a 2 part series. Sponsors This episode was sponsored by Nord VPN. Visit https://nordvpn.com/darknet and use promo code "DARKNET". This episode was sponsored by Thinkst Canary. Their canaries attract malicious actors in your network and then send you an alert if someone tries to access them. Great early warning system for knowing when someone is snooping around where they shouldn't be. Check them out at https://canary.tools. This episode was sponsored by IT Pro TV. Get 65 hours of free training by visiting ITPro.tv/darknet. Use promot code "DARKNET25". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chapters
John McMaster, a hacker with a passion for taking apart and hacking toys since childhood, explains the process of hacking into devices and observing the secret ROM that holds the key to device encryption.
00:00 - 04:18 (04:18)
Summary
John McMaster, a hacker with a passion for taking apart and hacking toys since childhood, explains the process of hacking into devices and observing the secret ROM that holds the key to device encryption. He advocates for the right to have full control of the devices we own.
EpisodeEp 45: XBox Underground (Part 1)
PodcastDarknet Diaries
The speaker shares their experience handling vulnerability disclosure while trying to be responsible and not do it in an irresponsible way, working with lawyers for several months before figuring out the right way.
04:18 - 08:25 (04:07)
Summary
The speaker shares their experience handling vulnerability disclosure while trying to be responsible and not do it in an irresponsible way, working with lawyers for several months before figuring out the right way.
EpisodeEp 45: XBox Underground (Part 1)
PodcastDarknet Diaries
The speaker discusses a group who attempted to play games from other consoles on the Xbox 360 and found different-looking motherboards.
08:25 - 16:32 (08:07)
Summary
The speaker discusses a group who attempted to play games from other consoles on the Xbox 360 and found different-looking motherboards. They also mention being content with playing non-pirated games on their OG Xbox, and briefly explain the Xbox dashboard.
EpisodeEp 45: XBox Underground (Part 1)
PodcastDarknet Diaries
Through Xbox development kits, users could potentially play unreleased games, patches, add-ons, and maps, including the public beta version of Halo 3.
16:32 - 22:58 (06:25)
Summary
Through Xbox development kits, users could potentially play unreleased games, patches, add-ons, and maps, including the public beta version of Halo 3.
EpisodeEp 45: XBox Underground (Part 1)
PodcastDarknet Diaries
The adrenaline rush and the thrill of seeing things that should not be seen entice people to get involved in illicit activities like acquiring drug kits.
22:58 - 27:55 (04:56)
Summary
The adrenaline rush and the thrill of seeing things that should not be seen entice people to get involved in illicit activities like acquiring drug kits.
EpisodeEp 45: XBox Underground (Part 1)
PodcastDarknet Diaries
Two gamers discuss cheating in online gaming and how it has evolved from using mods to stealing credit card information to access cheats.
27:56 - 35:38 (07:41)
Summary
Two gamers discuss cheating in online gaming and how it has evolved from using mods to stealing credit card information to access cheats.
EpisodeEp 45: XBox Underground (Part 1)
PodcastDarknet Diaries
A teenage girl hacked her father's work email and found leaked source code after using a password list given to her by her dad, who didn't believe it contained anything useful.
35:38 - 41:51 (06:13)
Summary
A teenage girl hacked her father's work email and found leaked source code after using a password list given to her by her dad, who didn't believe it contained anything useful.
EpisodeEp 45: XBox Underground (Part 1)
PodcastDarknet Diaries
A group of hackers has been actively stealing source codes for pre-released games from Epic's network.
41:53 - 46:15 (04:22)
Summary
A group of hackers has been actively stealing source codes for pre-released games from Epic's network. The stolen codes include Gears of War 3.
EpisodeEp 45: XBox Underground (Part 1)
PodcastDarknet Diaries
The speakers discuss a story about hacking into a gaming company's network, changing the game's font as a prank, and the consequences that followed.
46:15 - 51:10 (04:54)
Summary
The speakers discuss a story about hacking into a gaming company's network, changing the game's font as a prank, and the consequences that followed.
EpisodeEp 45: XBox Underground (Part 1)
PodcastDarknet Diaries
Justin, an Xbox hacker, was seen at the expo floor full of video game companies showing their latest demos and sneak peeks at upcoming releases.
51:10 - 55:07 (03:57)
Summary
Justin, an Xbox hacker, was seen at the expo floor full of video game companies showing their latest demos and sneak peeks at upcoming releases. Several people warned others not to trust him as they believed he was working with the authorities.
EpisodeEp 45: XBox Underground (Part 1)
PodcastDarknet Diaries
Exploring an unsecured network for available servers, an attacker was able to find a password list containing keys to everything in the company.
55:07 - 1:01:44 (06:36)
Summary
Exploring an unsecured network for available servers, an attacker was able to find a password list containing keys to everything in the company.
EpisodeEp 45: XBox Underground (Part 1)
PodcastDarknet Diaries
Two hackers gain unauthorized access to Microsoft's Xbox Developer Network Portal by using a list of licensed Unreal Engine usernames and passwords.
1:01:47 - 1:08:02 (06:15)
Summary
Two hackers gain unauthorized access to Microsoft's Xbox Developer Network Portal by using a list of licensed Unreal Engine usernames and passwords. One of the hackers wanted to explore Microsoft and Dylan started to plug in the logins into Scaleform.
EpisodeEp 45: XBox Underground (Part 1)
PodcastDarknet Diaries
The podcast host talks about how hackers have access to different companies from Microsoft to Disney, and how their expertise might not be used effectively throughout all of them.
1:08:02 - 1:12:29 (04:26)
Summary
The podcast host talks about how hackers have access to different companies from Microsoft to Disney, and how their expertise might not be used effectively throughout all of them.
EpisodeEp 45: XBox Underground (Part 1)
PodcastDarknet Diaries
Sanad and his friends had access to play pre-release video games, but he limited himself from playing too much so he wouldn't ruin the official release experience.
1:12:29 - 1:17:38 (05:08)
Summary
Sanad and his friends had access to play pre-release video games, but he limited himself from playing too much so he wouldn't ruin the official release experience. Whereas, the speaker would not share pre-release games since they didn't want to risk leaks.
EpisodeEp 45: XBox Underground (Part 1)
PodcastDarknet Diaries
The Xbox Underground was a group of hackers who stole and resold video game technology, and came to fame after cracking the Xbox gaming console.
1:17:38 - 1:22:18 (04:39)
Summary
The Xbox Underground was a group of hackers who stole and resold video game technology, and came to fame after cracking the Xbox gaming console. This podcast explores the rise and fall of the group, including their scams, arrests, and time in prison.