Civil Cyber Defense - Protecting Vulnerable Organizations Against Advanced Threats

Explore a compelling DEF CON 31 conference talk that delves into the world of Civil Cyber Defense, where volunteers and students actively combat serious threats like human trafficking, authoritarian control, and surveillance of journalists. Learn how civil cyber defenders leverage academic resources, OSINT capabilities, and open-source tools to protect vulnerable non-profits, volunteers, journalists, and activists in their fight for human rights. Gain insights into anonymized case studies from UC Berkeley's "Citizen Clinic" and real-world examples of countering human trafficking, while discovering how to contribute your expertise and resources to organizations facing sophisticated adversaries with limited means. Get introduced to innovative security tools, including Berkeley students' "Ghost Prtcl" for enhanced VPN safety, and understand the growing demand for civil cyber defenders in the cybersecurity industry.