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Darknet Diaries

144: Rachel

Apr 2, 2024
Guest Rachel Tobac, a social engineer, shares stories of hacking with voice and charm. AI expert Daniel Miessler discusses AI dangers. Topics include social engineering contests, voice manipulation in customer support, investigating leaks, insider threats, and AI in hacking.
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  • Rachel Tobac shares her journey into social engineering and the importance of identifying vulnerabilities to prevent attacks.
  • Social engineering tactics exploited by Rachel Tobac emphasize human vulnerabilities in accessing sensitive information and the need for enhanced security protocols.

Deep dives

The Lucky Stock Scammer

A scammer randomly calling people, accurately predicting stock price increases using a deception strategy. The scammer claimed an algorithm helped him and aimed to manipulate victims into investing more money. The mystery was unveiled when a stock broker explained the scammer's method of misleading multiple people until a small pool of 'successful' individuals emerged.

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