August 21, 2024 at 11:50AM
Phrack #71, the first issue since 2021, marks a new phase for the influential underground magazine. Available online for free, it covers technical articles, hacking culture, and ethics. Also distributed in hardcopy at the DEF CON 32, it criticizes technology’s current state and emphasizes hackers’ role in upholding practical knowledge. The new staff plans a printed issue for Phrack’s 40th anniversary next year.
Key takeaways from the meeting notes:
– Phrack #71 has been released online and is available for free, marking the first issue since 2021 and highlighting a new chapter in the magazine’s history.
– Phrack, established in 1985, features technical articles, hacking tutorials, discussions on hacking culture and ethics, and interviews, with contributions from global cybersecurity figures.
– The new issue of Phrack was published in hardcopy format at the 32nd edition of the DEF CON hacker conference and was also made available for download on the e-zine’s website on August 19.
– The new issue criticizes the current state of technology and emphasizes the role of hackers in maintaining access to practical knowledge, showcasing advanced cybersecurity topics.
– The lull in publication was due to the previous team passing the project to new staff members, who plan to release a printed issue next year for Phrack’s 40th anniversary, but logistical complexities make this uncertain at present.