A “Dateline NBC” undercover reporter tried a little social engineering of her own at a well-known conference of computer hackers and security experts — and reportedly failed spectacularly. Defcon, an annual convention for hackers and security experts, was held this year at the Riviera Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. Apparently, the undercover journalist, identified in reports as Michelle Madigan, is an associate producer for the news program.
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Defcon Hackers Send Geraldo Wannabe Packing
Posted by: Chris Maxcer August 6, 2007 12:15 PMA “Dateline NBC” undercover reporter tried a little social engineering of her own at a well-known conference of computer hackers and security experts — and reportedly failed spectacularly. Defcon, an annual convention for hackers and security experts, was held this year at the Riviera Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. Apparently, the undercover journalist, identified in reports as Michelle Madigan, is an associate producer for the news program.