Ethical Hacking: Good Intentions and Questionable Outcomes

Explore the complex ethical considerations surrounding security testing and hacking in this thought-provoking conference talk. Delve into challenging scenarios that blur the lines between ethical and unethical practices, such as accidentally knocking a company offline during well-intentioned testing or determining appropriate limits for system penetration. Examine the ethical implications of various hacking techniques, from purchasing dark web credentials to conducting intensive server fuzzing. Engage in critical discussions about establishing beneficial security testing practices that maintain ethical boundaries while preserving moral high ground. Gain insights into the grey areas of ethical hacking and participate in a community dialogue aimed at fostering clearer consciences in the field of cybersecurity.

Ethical hacking, good intentions and questionable outcomes