Darknet Diaries 79: Dark Basin
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Nov 24, 2020 Matthew Earl, managing partner of Shadowfall Capital, shares his harrowing experience of being targeted in a hacking campaign while investigating Wirecard AG. Joining him is John Scott-Railton from Citizen Lab, discussing the relentless phishing attacks from the Dark Basin hacking group. They delve into the darker side of corporate fraud and the psychological toll on whistleblowers, exploring methods used by hackers to undermine accountability, particularly regarding climate change misinformation. The conversation sheds light on ethical dilemmas in the digital landscape.
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Wirecard Investigation and Harassment
- Matthew Earl, a short-seller, investigated Wirecard AG and published a report alleging fraud.
- He then faced surveillance, threats, and phishing emails, impacting his family's safety.
Relentless Phishing Campaign
- Matthew Earl received over 3,000 phishing emails over three years after publishing his report.
- The emails were sophisticated and used personal details, causing him significant stress.
Citizen Lab's Initial Investigation
- Citizen Lab investigated phishing emails targeting a Reuters journalist and Matthew Earl.
- They discovered convincing phishing sites designed to steal login credentials.