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@humanhacker

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Human Hacking or Social Engineering is about learning how to communicate with intent. Check out the new book at

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Christopher Hadnagy
4 years
My team and I have started a public #SocialEngineering discussion group on @SlackHQ - if you are 1. Interested in SE 2. Good with not being a troll and 3. can leave people feeling better for having met you Join us:
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Christopher Hadnagy
6 years
@ajcookofficial and I about to talk about @InnocentOrg and our future. @npfallon
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I just finished my last work out for this year. as I reflect on the last 12 months I can't believe my change. I can't thank @HackingDave and @bencanning87 enough for helping me get here. I can't wait for 2022!! Look at the difference!! #reallyproud
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Hey guess what.... 1 year ago today I was 103lbs heavier than I am right now... Wow!!! #halfahadnagy #wehackhealth @bencanning87 thank you
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Ok...just gonna put my self out there. This is one year ago and today... Who is going to run a 5k with me and support @InnocentOrg ? It's global support us. #RedTeamFit @HackingDave @bencanning87
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Christopher Hadnagy
6 years
Its been 8 years in the making - a little Friday surprise for you all. #SocialEngineeringPartDeux
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
I know I have a long way to go but I just did something I'm really proud of... A 13 min mile. I ran 3 miles today...and I feel great. #RedTeamFit
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Christopher Hadnagy
4 years
Anyone interested in a public open Social Engineering Slack channel run by me and my team?
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3 years
Just let this sink in for a bit….
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Christopher Hadnagy
6 years
Look at what I just got. Thank you @kevinmitnick for the awesome cover quote and @stevewoz for writing my forward. I am so proud of this book!
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Christopher Hadnagy
6 years
That moment when you are packing for the biggest physical pentest if your life....
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6 years
About to start recording for my audio book for #SocialEngineering
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Christopher Hadnagy
7 years
@Grifter801 @rainman_a My daughter told her class, “My daddy breaks into banks and takes things.” interesting parent teacher conference that week….
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
@HackingDave Nothing like Dave just yet. He is a beast… but I am getting there. Little by little. I already feel so much better its crazy. Under a year ago to just a few minutes ago…. Thanks Buddy,
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
My bees are producing amazing this year. Harvest #1 and I got 29lbs of honey just out of 4 frames!!! Tastes like oranges, flowers and sweet liquid gold...
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Christopher Hadnagy
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I am humbled and proud to announce the next evolution of human hacking. Years of work, over a decade in the making…. Jan 5, 2021 @HarperCollins @HarperBusiness @SocEngineerInc
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Christopher Hadnagy
5 years
@TechJournalist @Werner It is this very mentality as to why we do NOT see change in the security space. Calling your population “idiots” does not make you a security advocate or guru… it makes you a fool that is now their adversary. Shame on you sir. PS. I guess I am an idiot
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
27 years ago this intelligent, beautiful, amazing woman said yes and took a chance on me. We have had countless adventures, an amazing life, two outstanding kids and I can't wait see what the next 27 brings. Happy anniversary.
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
My Social Engineering: The Science of Human Hacking is now #1 in Amazon’s Best Seller Audio books - WOW
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Christopher Hadnagy
6 years
My book with @PaulEkman , Unmasking The Social Engineer won @PaloAltoNtwks Cyber Canon Award. #humbled
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Christopher Hadnagy
4 years
History tonight folks... T-minus 40 mins and the first Social Engineering class from Adjunct Professor Hadnagy at University of Arizona launches.
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Christopher Hadnagy
7 years
So this is happening... #SEVillage @defcon
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4 years
Look at what I just got in the mail... Ready for Jan 5th? Did you get your copy?
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
I DID IT!!! #ILF5K Who did it with me? My fastest time yet
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3 years
Look at this... I just shaved 22 secs off my per mile time. YES!!!!
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Christopher Hadnagy
5 years
This young lady actually studied my book - wow!!! Amazing Love her.
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
Three years ago today this happened at @defcon ...wow!!! @ajcookofficial @InnocentOrg
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Christopher Hadnagy
7 years
If you get bored this weekend and want to see ANY of the videos @defcon 25 #SEVillage we have all links here:
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Christopher Hadnagy
6 years
Social Engineering Code of Ethics - finally released thanks to our team at @SocEngineerInc
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
As my amazing trainer @bencanning87 always says, it is a life style change of consistent and positive movements. It may not be fast or noticable at times but...WOW what a difference for 12 months. #wehackhealth
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
I am asking for a friend but lets say there was short 8-15 min videos where say a social engineering expert answered your questions on communications, nonverbals, adversarial simulation, rapport, the industry, etc - would you be interested and would you submit questions ?
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
What are you doing? I'm trying to beat @HackingDave Let's go @AletheDenis @scarylilhuman
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Christopher Hadnagy
6 years
We want to congratulate @whitneynmaxwell for her First Place Black Badge Win of the #SECTF and @RachelTobac for her 2nd place win! Congrats Ladies - you both totally rocked it!
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Christopher Hadnagy
2 years
The start of it all and after a lot of sweat and tears.... Almost 1 year... #wehackhealth thank you @bencanning87 and @HackingDave and the BCFAM!!
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Christopher Hadnagy
4 years
It is here.... PUBLICATION RELEASE DAY!!! If you bought the book don't forget to head over to and get into the resources section for extras. If you didn't buy the book yet... Why? Kidding, but if you want it.
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@AletheDenis @ShadowM82 @BillyJBryant @akolsuoicauqol @defcon Another cool pic. I am standing there with Will Smith and some kid asks for me to sign my book. HAHAHA such a weird moment in life. Apollo, Will and I here along with Jim and a few others.
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
Ok who's ready!?!?
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7 years
Yah this is how I know they all lost it… Best Team Ever @defcon 25 #SEVillage Team just rocks!
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Christopher Hadnagy
5 years
As i pack to leave this desert I reflect on the awesomeness that is my @sevillage team. These are some of the hardest working, most loyal, selfless, wonderful people I know. Thank you for making this 10th year anniversary at @defcon 27 so amazing. Love you guys.
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
Thank you for being patient as I worked through emotions and trying to get answers from @defcon and @thedarktangent - sadly I do not have many more answers as before but I do have my official statement.
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Christopher Hadnagy
7 years
Well another first for me... Pretty cool.
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Christopher Hadnagy
7 years
So grateful for the time @RepRaskin gave to @npfallon and @humanhacker today. Progress being made!
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
Just broke all my records. Fastest mile and for longest time. Feeling great. Getting ready for @InnocentOrg #ILF5K #RedTeamFit
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
I'd like to formally welcome @plaverty9 to the @SocEngineerInc team as Senior Team Leader and Human Risk Assessor. Patrick, we are going to change the SE world together. Welcome aboard.
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Christopher Hadnagy
4 years
Three years we moved and I had to leave my bees behind. Just got started again! That's all. Back to your day.
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
New PR today - RDL 315 for reps x8 I give credit to the power of @clutchofficial hat... Just saying.
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
Maybe I am old but I can't get over how irritated I am the the utter lack of spatial awareness so many have in how they loudly use their phones or listen to videos in public without headphones.
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Christopher Hadnagy
6 years
Ohhh yeah..... #humanhacker
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6 years
Weak people revenge. Strong people forgive. Intelligent people ignore. - Albert Einstein
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Christopher Hadnagy
6 years
Are you a fan of @npfallon ? Did you hear he actually came to a hacker conf, @defcon and gave a speech about how music hacks our brains? Well that actually happened and here is the proof:
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
Did I happen to mention that Monday AM I am going to literally blow up with an announcement so awesome my face is going to melt…….
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
Your friendly neighborhood Social Engineer just got needled.... Dose 1 out of 2.... Let's wrap this up
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
Just got done picking roses I grew myself in my garden for my wife. Look at all these colors.
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
@HackingDave Dave - seriously - this journey is a huge part of your help and motivation. I feel great and get this - I am down 64 pounds today!! 64 - WHAT THE HECK!
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Christopher Hadnagy
6 years
The time has come! I can’t hold it in anymore!! SEVillage- The Documentary made by production company @_anyfuturebox_ has been released to the world!
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
Started the filming for The Institute for Social Engineering... Wow I cannot wait to launch this project.
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Christopher Hadnagy
6 years
Just did a thing… submitted the final pieces of my 4th book for finalization. Who wants to celebrate with me later tonight?
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Christopher Hadnagy
4 years
Day three and just about 80% done with reading Human Hacking @HarperCollins
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Christopher Hadnagy
4 years
Tomorrow my book “Human Hacking” by @HarperBusiness is released to the wild. I have a special surprise that you will find on opened tomorrow. A special section of the website with resources, downloads and enhancements to help you enjoy the book even more.
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Christopher Hadnagy
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4 years
Daughter: Dad, I am turning into you. Me: YES! Daughter: No, i have too many browser tabs open… Convo Ensues: Love you @AimsandShoot
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
Just did my @InnocentOrg 5K practice run on my treadmill. I won't win any speed awards but I ACTUALLY DID IT!!! I RAN THE WHOLE 5K!!!! Who is gonna join me virtually for ILF?
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
Hey my latest book “Human Hacking” is only 11.38 on Amazon right now.
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Christopher Hadnagy
1 year
Did you know there is an AI Social Engineering Bot? Can you make it to the top level? It took me a few days but I was able to trick the AI into revealing its passwords... Try it out
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
Training and getting ready for Sept 25. @InnocentOrg global virtual 5k. Are you joining me?
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Christopher Hadnagy
6 years
I was just in a screening of a documentary made about #SEVillage at @defcon 25 by production company @_anyfuturebox_ ….. It is mind blowing. Going to release it shortly.
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Christopher Hadnagy
4 years
If you would like follow someone who is positive, smart, talented, humble and just all around an amazing person here is a recommendation @AletheDenis Do it - you won’t be sad. That’s all. Back to work.
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
I have been sitting here trying to think how to properly express my gratitude to @BHinfoSecurity and @strandjs and all of his crew. “Thank you” just seems so small. I am beyond humbled, appreciative and thankful for everyone who supported @InnocentOrg
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I am proud to announce I have been invited to be a columnist on @PsychToday and my first column is now live - Social Engineering and Psychology
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
Current status....
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7 years
My most recent haul of awesome coins from @BlackHatEvents and @defcon 25....
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3 years
After a long day training #APSE I beat a personal record for fastest time for almost 3 miles. Finally under 10 min mile.... #wehackhealth
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Christopher Hadnagy
5 years
Just curious.. who is ready for @sevillage at @defcon 28 launch? Anyone?… anyone????
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Christopher Hadnagy
5 years
Wait wait wait… the brand new @humble gets you my new book, get’s you @nickfx Crypto book and gets your the new Tribe of Hackers??? WHAT?? WAIT - and it benefits the @EFF !!!! If you don’t get this one, you are missing out. @WileyTech
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
This week kind of sucked. I mean bad sucked. Channeled all of it into 4 great work outs and today I did something I didn't think possible. I'm 2nd place on #RedTeamFit Holy crap!!!
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Obviously many of you have questions – as do I and my team. The problem is someone has made accusations about me, but DEF CON has NOT me told what they are or presented any evidence to support them. DEF CON’s code of conduct addresses harassment and discrimination,... 1/3
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
Getting closer every day...PR today got my mile to 9:19!!!! Could've pushed a little harder. Next time. #wehackhealth
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
I love the latest addition to my challenge coin collection... Thank you @SecretService
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Christopher Hadnagy
7 years
What do you do after a long #SEVillage at @defcon ? Take the team out for sushi
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Christopher Hadnagy
6 years
Just finished reading chapter 8.... almost there #SocialEngineering
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Christopher Hadnagy
3 years
In prep for the @InnocentOrg 5K I a thing just to prove to myself I could do the thing....... And guess what. I really did it. @bencanning87 #redteamfit
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Christopher Hadnagy
4 years
Thank you so much Dave! You have such a huge support and help. Truly I appreciate you. Hugs bro.
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Dave Kennedy
4 years
Awww yeah. I got my Human Hacking book from @humanhacker and I’m already half way through it. Awesome book and highly recommend it!! Congratulations Chris! This is the best one you’ve written so far.
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Christopher Hadnagy
6 years
Nervous. Honored. Excited. 5 weeks away from checking off a massive goal. @TEDxFultonSt Dissecting how we get people to say YES when they shouldn’t.
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Christopher Hadnagy
6 years
Meeting @InfoSecSherpa in real life and not realizing we are internet friends
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Christopher Hadnagy
7 months
Another 12 weeks down and sticking to the routine has paid off. Feeling like I added 20 years to my life. Screw the haters.
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Christopher Hadnagy
2 years
3 more weeks marks my one year anniversary with @bencanning87 and #wehackhealth feeling amazing Wow!!!
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Christopher Hadnagy
8 months
When I started this journey I weighed in at 347 lbs. Today I weighed in at 221.8. This has been the hardest year of my life, thank God for my fitness routine and Helmi. Best shape of my life.
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Christopher Hadnagy
7 years
Our first place winner from the @defcon #SECTF @chris_kirsch and I recreated his winning call! Check it out!
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Christopher Hadnagy
6 years
Happy 3.1415926535897932384626433832795028841971693993751058209749445923078164062862089986280348253421170679821480865132823066470938446095505822317253594081284811174502841027019385211055596446229489549303819644288109756659334461284756482337 day (aka Pi Day)
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