How can a single phishing email change the course of history? And what does Fancy Bear’s hack reveal about the risks we all face online?
In 2016, a hacker group called Fancy Bear pulled off a cyberattack that made headlines around the world. With just a simple phishing email, they managed to break in, steal sensitive information, and set off a chain of events that reached all the way to the global stage. It’s a story that shows just how quickly a small slip online can spiral into something much bigger.
Charles F. Southmayd Professor of Law and Professor of Philosophy Scott J. Shapiro walks us through exactly how Fancy Bear did it and why their tactics still matter today. Along the way, we’ll explore how one hack reshaped trust, influenced politics, and revealed how fragile our digital world can be. Join us in turning the story into action with practical lessons we can all apply to protect ourselves online.