Trespass

About this episode

Corey LeBleu shares a cautionary tale from his early days in penetration testing, highlighting the risks and lessons learned from a critical incident.

In this episode, Corey LeBleu , a veteran penetration tester, shares a raw and intense story from his early days in offensive security. Corey walks through a social engineering engagement that took a sharp turn, from being closely watched by a security guard to receiving the call that changed everything. What followed was a confrontation with authority, handcuffs, and a moment that forced him to confront the legal and emotional consequences of impersonation. Through honest storytelling, Corey reflects on the pressure of physical security testing, the thin line between authorization and trouble, and the lessons he carried forward in his career. This episode serves as a cautionary tale about understanding boundaries, respecting authority, and the unseen risks behind revealing what’s hidden. 00:00 Introduction to Corey LeBleu and His Journey 03:34 Corey's Early Career and Learning Path 06:34 The Role of Mentorship in Pen Testing 09:19 Experiences in Social Engineering and Physical Pen Testing 12:22 The Handcuff Incident: A Lesson in Risk 15:12 Transitioning to Web Application Pen Testing 18:01 The Evolution of Pen Testing Practices 20:48 The Impact of AI on Pen Testing 23:42 The…

People in this episode

Host: Chris Glanden

Guest: Corey LeBleu

Topics covered

• penetration testing
• social engineering
• physical security
• risk management
• AI in security

Keywords

• penetration testing
• social engineering
• physical security
• AI
• risk management
• mentorship
• web application testing

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: BarCode

Places: Austin

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