Hacked Again

By: Scott N. Schober

Narrated by: John Pruden

Hacked Again details the ins and outs of cybersecurity expert and CEO of a top wireless security tech firm, Scott Schober, as he struggles to understand the motives and mayhem behind his being hacked.

As a small business owner, family man, and tech pundit, Scott finds himself leading a compromised life. By day, he runs a successful security company and reports on the latest cyber breaches in the hopes of offering solace and security tips to millions of viewers.

But, when a mysterious hacker begins to steal thousands from his bank account, go through his trash, and take over his social media identity, Scott stands to lose everything he has worked so hard for.

Amidst the backdrop of major breaches, Scott shares tips and best practices for all consumers. Most importantly, he shares his own story of being hacked repeatedly and how he has come to realize that the only thing as important as his own cybersecurity is that of his readers and viewers.

©2016 Scott Schober (P)2016 Scott Schober

An excellent listen and read

Where does Hacked Again rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Excellent in security area with good insights on his company getting hacked

Who was your favorite character and why?

NA

Have you listened to any of John Pruden’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Anyone can be hacked

Any additional comments?

I read this book over three days after being given a free download by it's author Scott (full disclosure). Its a good and fast read that is designed more for business owners, business managers and the general public (at least in my opinion) more than IT security people. Filled with good sound advice throughout the book and sharing the knowledge on how Scott and his company were hacked in the past and how they responded to the Hacks to get back control of their money and systems. I have recommended this book to a couple of IT colleagues who have read the book already and found it very valuable in helping to set some basic rules for themselves.

Essential cyber security reading

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I would recommend this book to all of my friends in the tech community. It's a great introduction to the vast array of cyber threats and provides some good tips on security your private information.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Hacked Again?

The fact that the author, who is a superstar in the cyber security world, admits to being hacked (a few times at that) is really refreshing. It lets you know that the threats out there are real and they can - and will - happen to anybody, so take them seriously. It would be easy for Scott Schober to say that he's beyond hacker's reach, but he was honest and I really appreciated that.

What about John Pruden’s performance did you like?

He did an okay job. It took a long time to get used to his voice/reading style. Kind of annoying at first, but the content was so good, it helped me move past my hangups.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

I don't really have a specific part that moved me. It was consistently solid throughout.

Any additional comments?

This is a great introduction to the threats that exist in today's world. Many topics are covered, and this book is a great first step to mastering cyber security.

A highly practical introduction to cyber security

Hacked Again is easy to digest and understand. The author, Scott, recalls his own misfortune as a victim of hackers. Scott is a cyber security expert (yes, that's right, they get hacked too) and shares a wealth of knowledge that may be used as valuable security advice for both your personal or business information.

I thoroughly enjoyed the stories shared and certainly follow some of the advice myself. This is a book I will happily return to.

Excellent overview

This is a good introduction for the public to the importance of cyber security awareness. The author uses his own experiences to draw the listener / reader in, and conveys the harsh real world implications of corporate failure to protect our personal data. Highly recommended for small and medium business owners, and everyone who thinks '123456' is an acceptable password.

I enjoyed the narration as much as the story and information. Well done.

Interesting Listen

Hacked Again is an interesting read for individuals and small businesses who are not overly familiar with cyber security best practices. The stories Scott shares are certainly entertaining and he effectively shows how cyber attacks can happen to anyone.

As someone in the Cybersecurity space providing services to enterprises, I have heard of many of these techniques, but it was also interesting to hear a different perspective based on Scott's experience. Definitely with a listen!

stories from the front line

Mr. Schober writes from being there on the front lines of cybercrime fighting. Thrust into this role by the criminals themselves, he tells the tales in a language that is technical and accessible to those outside the tech field. These firsthand accounts are a great example of what is really going on. It also contains proven techniques to protect the average person from becoming another cybercrime statistic.

Something Everyone Should Hear

What did you love best about Hacked Again?

Scott Shober's hacked again was very well written and the narration on the audible version was equally was great. The book goes over the very basics of modern security such as how not to write a password before going into more advanced topics and describes some infamous hacks and how they could have been prevented. The book seems to be targeted toward mainly toward business owners, but I highly recommend this to anyone using modern technology.

You really need to take this book seriously.

I disagree with a few of the author's opinions (especially about LastPass), but this book is still a great resource, especially in its ability to make people aware of security issues without getting too geeky and technical.

Sometimes its a bit frustrating because he recommends "adopting best practices" without giving any details on what they should be. But it's difficult finding a balance between too much and too little information, and in most cases Scott Schober has found that balance, especially for a less technical audience.

Take it seriously. "If you're happy with your security, then so are the bad guys"

Sorta interesting but a bit boasty

He spends just as much time boasting as he does giving advice. Its in a way too ego and an advertisement of his company. Despite his efforts to sway you otherwise.

Great perspective for the uninitiated.

What made the experience of listening to Hacked Again the most enjoyable?

Hacked Again is an easy listen that will resonate most with individuals not deeply familiar with cyber security. For that audience, the book provides excellent insights and advice that will clearly help people to take steps to secure themselves online. Scott’s use of personal examples, including the sharing of cases where he himself was hacked, is compelling. More awareness of these risks and how to manage them is needed, and Scott’s book helps to fill this gap.