Summary of Defcon 30: Tor - Darknet Opsec By a Veteran Darknet Vendor & the Hackers Mentality

00:00:00 - 00:45:00

This video discusses the importance of Darknet security, and provides advice for those looking to start selling drugs online. The veteran darknet vendor discusses the importance of proper OPSEC and how breaking that law led to a lengthy prison sentence.

• 00:00:00 This talk will focus on darknet opsec from the perspective of a veteran darknet vendor. Sam Bett will discuss some of the precautions he took to stay safe from federal agencies and other adversaries. He also provides a different perspective on the hacking and darknet cultures, noting that the learning curve for hackers is much greater than for darknet vendors.
• 00:05:00 This video discusses how Darknet vendors work to avoid being detected by law enforcement, and how this can be done by evaluating various factors such as suspicious packages and amounts being shipped. The video also discusses the use of private services such as FedEx and UPS, and how a warrant is required for USPS to open packages.
• 00:10:00 The video explains how veteran darknet vendor Torsten Neumann creates images of himself for use on the darknet, and how to establish rapid rapport with communities on the darknet. Neumann advises users to be helpful and genuine, and to avoid being disingenuous.
• 00:15:00 The video discusses the importance of Darknet Opsec, describing how Darknet vendors should take into account threats posed by law enforcement. The presenter provides several tips for navigating the Darknet and staying safe. Finally, the presenter provides advice for those looking to start selling drugs online.
• 00:20:00 The video discusses the importance of Darknet security, particularly the need for darknet vendors to have weekly, daily, and monthly checks for vulnerabilities. It also discusses the importance of perimeter security checks and the potential for data breaches if procedures are not followed.
• 00:25:00 This veteran darknet vendor recommends avoiding emotionally charged decisions, writing terms and conditions for transactions, and not using Bitcoin tumblers.
• 00:30:00 The video discusses the risks and rewards of selling drugs online, and the various ways in which law enforcement can catch you. The veteran darknet vendor discusses the importance of proper OPSEC and how breaking that law led to a lengthy prison sentence.
• 00:35:00 The speaker tells the story of how he became a darknet vendor and how easy it was to transition from a hacker to a darknet vendor. He cautionary tale is that no matter how well you plan your security, there is always risk.
• 00:40:00 The speaker discusses the strategies that he uses to protect himself against law enforcement, including operational hygiene and using multiple identities. He also discusses the motivations for darknet market operators to conduct detoxes.
• 00:45:00 The video discusses the legality of importing certain drugs and explains how darknet vendors can source the best drugs from specific countries. The vendor also discusses how to launder Bitcoin through Monero.