For a security researcher and analyst, references to this position include a “white hat hacker” or an “ethical hacker,” but more commonly and probably more preferred would be a “penetration tester.” I am going to go with a security researcher title. Nowadays, the term ‘hacker’ has negative connotations to it, rightfully so I might add, but, to me, I don’t think that it should … [Read more...]
The Insider Threat: History and Defense
In cyber security, the “Insider Threat” refers to potential actions taken by people within an organization that can cause harm, as opposed to hackers attacking from the outside. Sometimes an insider takes actions maliciously with intent to steal data or cause damage. In other cases, the insider takes actions accidentally by clicking a link or sharing information because they … [Read more...]
Steam Stealers – Daily Security Byte EP. 235
If you're a Steam gamer, your credentials and library are a hot commodity on the Internet underground. Watch Friday's video to learn about Steal Stealers, and how to avoid them. (Episode Runtime: 3:06) Direct YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4YqXzqao1pQ EPISODE REFERENCES: Steam Stealers research report [PDF] - Kaspersky Steal Stealers article - … [Read more...]
Want to Improve Your InfoSec? Better Call Saul
I've been known to mix a bit of pop culture with my information security (InfoSec) in the past. I truly believe that people get more interested in subjects, and learn better, if you make it fun for them—and almost everyone likes pop culture, right? In my latest InfoSec/TV mashup, I decided to tackle what a popular Breaking Bad TV spin-off, called Better Call Saul, can teach … [Read more...]
