Darknet Diaries 88: Victor
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Mar 30, 2021 Discover the thrilling world of cybersecurity through Victor's journey in responsible vulnerability disclosure. Explore the ethical dilemmas of hacking, from uncovering flaws in a rental store's system to high-profile accounts like a president's Twitter. Hear a gripping tale of accessing a digital fortress and the moral complexities involved. Delve into the impacts of social media security on political landscapes and the ongoing battle between malicious intent and ethical practices. It's a captivating dive into the mind of an ethical hacker!
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Video Store Vulnerability
- Victor accessed a video store's computer system using Ctrl+Shift+F1.
- He then crashed the system while demonstrating the vulnerability to the store owner.
Ethical Turning Point
- Victor realized ethical hacking is more fulfilling than cracking software.
- He chose to use his skills for good and started doing responsible disclosures.
GDI Foundation
- Victor and his friend started the GDI Foundation, a non-profit organization for responsible disclosures.
- They scanned the internet for vulnerabilities and reported over a million security issues.