# Hack Diaries: Real Cyber Scams You Need to Know About
In this eye-opening episode of Hack Diaries, host Finn Hack breaks down three dangerous recent cyber scams: a $46 million Coinbase phishing operation, sophisticated Texas government contractor impersonation attacks, and widespread E-ZPass text message scams. Learn practical defense strategies against IP spoofing, fake login pages, and automated phishing campaigns. Discover why even smart, tech-savvy people fall victim and how to develop your own hacker-level instincts to protect your digital life from increasingly sophisticated threats.