Data Breaches - Barbarians in the Throne Room

Explore the critical aspects of data breaches and enterprise defense in this 43-minute conference talk from NorthSec. Delve into the analysis of hundreds of data breach disclosures to understand the root causes and preventable issues that lead to system compromises. Learn why defenders should focus on fundamental security practices such as patching and system configuration, rather than intangible security problems. Discover the magnitude of impact data breaches can have on enterprises and gain insights into specific examples. Examine topics including missing patches, SQL injection, accountability in breaches, the concept of hacking back, and historical incidents like the Morris Worm. Gain valuable knowledge to better protect digital assets and strengthen overall cybersecurity posture.