What You Reap, Is What You Sow by Chris Roberts

Explore the evolution of cybersecurity challenges and potential solutions in this 58-minute conference talk from LevelUp 0x03. Delve into the 25-year battle with passwords, the exponential increase in data, and the expanding attack surfaces in our rapidly developing technological landscape. Examine how the industry has failed to adequately protect systems, prevent financial and infrastructure attacks, and safeguard humans directly. Consider whether it's too late to stem the tide of cyber threats or if there's still hope to mount an effective asymmetrical defense. Investigate topics such as password management, transportation security, shipping vulnerabilities, and historical lessons in cybersecurity. Learn about fixing fundamental issues, changing industry conversations, and the potential role of AI in security. Evaluate the balance between safety and risk, explore concepts like the Maginot Line in cyber defense, and discuss the importance of endpoint protection and addressing core vulnerabilities. Gain insights into practical steps for improving cybersecurity practices and moving beyond ineffective strategies.

Intro
Agenda
Introduction
We are a broken industry
How do we fix this
Bands in motion
Password management
Transportation intermodal
Shipping
History lesson
Fixing the basics
Changing the conversation
Skynet
Can it work
Safety vs Risk
Maginot Line
Endpoint Protection
Fix the Damn Things
Stop the BS