Darknet Diaries

90: Jenny

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Apr 13, 2021
In this engaging discussion, Jenny Radcliffe, known as 'The People Hacker,' shares her unique journey from childhood trauma to becoming a social engineering expert. She reveals thrilling stories of her penetration testing experiences, including infiltrating high-security places through psychological tactics. Jenny discusses her strategies for negotiation, the ethics of information gathering, and the challenges of covert operations. Her insights into human behavior and security vulnerabilities make for a riveting listen that explores the fascinating intersection of psychology and hacking.
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Watermelon Drop Scam

  • Con artists in Japan exploited high watermelon prices by staging accidents.
  • They'd bump into tourists, drop a worthless watermelon, and demand payment.
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Childhood Kidnapping

  • Jenny Radcliffe's childhood kidnapping instilled a desire to never be helpless again.
  • This experience shaped her future career in social engineering and penetration testing.
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Early Tradecraft

  • Jenny Radcliffe honed her skills by breaking into abandoned buildings with her cousins.
  • Her small size made her the perfect infiltrator, often getting thrown over fences to unlock gates.
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