The Sensors Are Listening - Ep 175

Reimagining Cyber - real world perspectives on cybersecurity

Your devices may be giving away more than you think. In this episode of Reimagining Cyber, security expert Tyler Moffitt explores the hidden world of side-channel attacks — where everyday sensors reveal information you never intended to share.

From Android apps that can infer your two-factor codes without screenshots, to gaming mice that “hear” speech through micro-vibrations, to Wi-Fi routers that detect motion inside your home, Tyler breaks down the cutting-edge research that blurs the line between science fiction and reality.

He unpacks how these attacks work, what’s real versus proof-of-concept, and—most importantly—how to stay secure. Expect practical takeaways about permissions, firmware updates, passkeys, and a healthy dose of cybersecurity paranoia.

Key Topics:

• How Android’s display timing leaks on-screen secrets
• Why gaming mice might act like tiny microphones
• The evolution of Wi-Fi motion sensing from hacker demos to home features
• Practical privacy steps for everyday users

Bottom Line:
If it hums, blinks, or vibrates—it could be talking.

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