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Myth vs Fact: Cybersecurity in 2022

There are plenty of misconceptions, misrepresentations, and lies about cybersecurity or the larger field of Information Security. Let’s take a few and talk through them – keep in mind some of these are subjective and anecdotal based on my experience in the industry. I’ll do my best to source and cite where applicable, but as with most things in security it comes back to our favorite saying: “It depends…”

Understanding Botnets: Thought exercise on designing a botnet

Botnets are one of the most prevalent cybersecurity threats in the greater landscape today. While the tactics, purpose, and motivations of the attackers may vary wildly, one of the more prevalent and effective tools remains the same. In order to better understand attacks past, present, and future, we need to understand these tools in order to properly identify and react.