Explore the operational security lessons learned from the Ashley Madison data breach in this conference talk. Delve into the aftermath of the hack, including public shaming, fake accounts, and the impact on individuals. Examine the methods used to identify users online and learn strategies for avoiding cross-contamination of personal information. Discover practical tips for maintaining privacy, such as using gift cards, cash, and burner phones. Analyze the potential consequences of cheating and the importance of common sense in digital security. Gain insights into OpSec recommendations and understand why anything written can be exploited. Consider the broader implications of online privacy and security in personal and professional contexts.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Ashley Madison
The Dump
The Impact Team
Best Purchases
Data Dump
Public Shaming
Who Was Ruined
Who Created Fake Accounts
Do I Need a Burn Plan
How Much Trouble You Get Into
Who Cares If You Get Caught
The FBI May Care
The Cabin Crew
Dread Pirate Roberts
Humans are stupid
How are you identified online
Avoiding cross contamination
I have people I work with
Guy walks out to lunch at eleven
Gift cards
Address validation
Cash
Push messages
Shopping options
Getting online
Privacy
AOL
ATT Net
Emails
Postmaster
TSA
Joe Biden
FBI
Cheating is cheaper
Trust me
Not going to find out
Common sense
Burner phone
Dont buy from the same places
Do you have any OpSec recommendations
Anything you write can be exploited
Any other questions
Where is that overall make it easier
