JESSE McGraw, once a blackhat hacker known as GhostExodus, shares his journey from hacking for thrill-seeking to advocating for cybersecurity using open-source intelligence (OSINT). Growing up in a troubled environment, he found solace in hacking, believing that rules around technology could be broken without understanding the moral implications.
After being arrested and serving an 11-year sentence for his increasingly risky behavior, McGraw revamped his mindset, focusing on victim advocacy and legal cybersecurity practices. He now uses his hacking skills ethically, aiding child safety online and educating others about the consequences of hacking.