We've all heard hacker stories on how they get caught, usually a lapse in covering their tracks (OpSec). Doing recon as Ethical Hackers and OSINT investigators, we need to pay special attention to OpSec as we risk exposure to our targets, clients, or adversaries. You've probably heard stories of ethical hackers getting in trouble with clients or the law for responsible disclosure. For investigators, this could be a matter of safety for their families. In this talk, I'll review the top OpSec techniques you should incorporate before starting any gig. Multiple layers of privacy will ensure your tracks are covered even if a few get breached and will help you sleep better at night.

Sleep better at night, knowing the bad guys can't see your digital breadcrumbs. Discover the art of Extreme OpSec; covering your tracks so you're not leaving a trail for the adversaries. You'll see how I leverage various tools and a layered security and privacy model. I'll guide you through my workflows, help you better understand the time investment and limitations, and walk away with a holistic self-threat assessment.