Phreaked Out

Phreaked Out is a three-part series that delves into two worlds: hacking and interconnected technology. It examines how the ‘internet of things’ and hacking intersect. The first episode introduces white-hat hackers and security researchers, exploring the many ways the security of everyday devices such as phones can be breached, and delving into past incidents such as the California traffic light incident, in which accidental tampering with the Los Angeles traffic light system caused massive traffic build-ups at four major intersections.

The second episode focuses on car hacking. With ever-increasing technological upgrades to vehicles, keeping cars protected from thieves may not be as simple as locking the doors. The third episode turns its attention to mobile devices as spy tools that may be working against their owners. Phreaked Out explores the intricacies of hacking and how connectivity, networks, personal data, physical locations, and more may be affected, attacked, and ultimately exploited.