Hate and Challenges in Information Security - Keynote

Explore a thought-provoking keynote address from the OWASP AppSec California 2015 conference, delivered by renowned security engineer Charlie Miller. Delve into Miller's candid perspective on the state of information security, examining the changes in the field, the role of security professionals, and the ubiquitous nature of vulnerabilities. Gain insights into zero-day exploits, their users, and real-world examples. Analyze the challenges of managing numerous bugs, the limitations of measuring experience in security, and the consequences of product compromises. Investigate the economic aspects of security investments and unconventional ways to profit in the industry. Discover the impact of media coverage, the role of security researchers, and the interplay between various actors in the infosec ecosystem. Despite the critical tone, conclude with a glimmer of optimism for the future of information security.

Intro
Why I Hate Infosec
Whats Changed
Whats My Role
Everyone Can Be Hacked
Why Are We Failures
Zeroes
Who uses Zeroes
Examples of Zeroes
What do you do if you have tons of bugs
The problem with measuring experience
What happens if a product is compromised
Why spend money on security
The best way to make money
The free press
Stunt actors
Researchers
Good News