FC (FREAKY CLOWN)
The Ethical Hacker Who Robs Banks for a Living
Defending Humans
Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Cygenta
Bestselling author of "How I Rob Banks: And Other Such Places"
Former Head of Offensive Cyber Research, Raytheon Missile Systems
30 years as an ethical hacker and social engineer, assessing physical security for banks, governments, and organizations worldwide
Featured on the BBC, ITV, and Darknet Diaries (Episode 66)
Thursday
1:15 PM
Gaining Physical Access: The Techniques, Disguises, and Social Engineering Tactics
In this talk, FC pulls back the curtain on the physical side of security testing: the techniques, disguises, and social engineering tactics real attackers use to walk straight through doors organizations think are locked tight. Drawing on stories from his bestselling book, "How I Rob Banks," and decades spent inside some of the most secure buildings on earth, FC makes the case that no amount of digital defense matters if the front door is still wide open.
FC is a renowned ethical hacker and social engineer, as well as global keynote speaker and author. He has been working in the cyber security field for over 25 years and has helped thousands of banks, governments and other organisations advance their security. FC is Co-Founder of the cyber security company Cygenta, where he tests weaknesses in physical, personnel and digital controls to help organisations be more secure. When he is not legally breaking into companies, FC takes audiences on an eye-opening journey into the hacker’s mindset. He has delivered over 50 keynotes including CPX360, CERN and Intersec. He has shared his expertise in mainstream media, including the BBC and ITV, as well as popular industry podcasts such as Darknet Diaries (EP66). He has also been featured in printed media around the world educating people about cyber security from a hacker’s perspective. FC demystifies security with his expertise, humour, and passion. His bestselling book ‘How I rob banks’ was published in June 2023. An avid reader and polymath, FC enjoys trying out new hobbies such as woodworking, pottery, and homespun science experiments. All whilst lacking musical talent, despite his best efforts.