Back to the Future - Understanding Our Future by Following the Past

Explore the evolution of hacking culture and ethics in this 51-minute conference talk from GrrCon 2016. Delve into the history of hacking, examining the hacker ethic and the concept of different "hat colors" in cybersecurity. Learn about the rise of bug bounty programs and their impact on the industry. Discover the importance of proper labeling and terminology in the field. Gain insights into the development of security standards and the role of awareness in shaping the future of cybersecurity. Reflect on how understanding our past can help navigate the exciting present and future of the hacking world.

Intro
Kevin Johnson
Back to the Future We are living in great times
Examining the Past
The Hacker Ethic
What color Hat are you?
Bug Bounties
1. Use the Correct Labels
2. Call a Spade a Spade
Standards
Awareness