The APT at Home - The Attacker That Knows Your Mother's Maiden Name

Explore the challenges of securing vulnerable populations against domestic threats in this 52-minute conference talk by Chris Cox. Examine how traditional security models fall short for victims of domestic violence, where proximity to attackers renders many solutions ineffective or even harmful. Delve into cases highlighting the failures of conventional security measures for at-risk individuals. Learn why a paradigm shift in security approaches is necessary to protect those facing threats from within their own homes. Gain insights from Cox's experience as founder of the Operations Security Professional's Association and director of Operation: Safe Escape, an anti-domestic violence initiative. Understand the unique security considerations required when an attacker may already know personal details like a mother's maiden name.