Darknet Diaries

87: Guild of the Grumpy Old Hackers

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Mar 16, 2021
In this intriguing conversation, Edwin, an experienced IT professional and member of the Guild of Grumpy Old Hackers, shares insights on ethical hacking. They recount the story of discovering vulnerabilities in LinkedIn's database, including Trump’s surprisingly weak password. The group humorously reflects on the importance of mentoring young hackers and the ethical responsibilities that come with access to publicly available data. Topics like online privacy challenges and the vulnerability of personal digital security are also explored, showcasing the wild world of hacking.
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Trump's Twitter Hacks

  • Donald Trump's Twitter account was hacked three times.
  • One instance involved tweeting Lil Wayne lyrics in 2013.
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Sarah Palin's Email Hack

  • Sarah Palin's Yahoo email was hacked in 2012 by a 20-year-old using publicly available information.
  • The hacker was sentenced to prison despite the information being accessible on Wikipedia.
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Trump's LinkedIn Password

  • The Grumpy Old Hackers found Trump's LinkedIn password from a 2012 breach.
  • His password was "you're fired," his catchphrase from "The Apprentice."
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