Uncomfortable Approaches

Explore uncomfortable truths and innovative approaches to cybersecurity challenges in this thought-provoking BSidesLV conference talk. Delve into the complexities of public health issues, infrastructure vulnerabilities, and the unintended consequences of short-term solutions. Learn about the importance of radically different strategies, including fire drills, forced functions, and incentive structures. Examine case studies involving Anonymous, power outages, and medical device security. Gain insights into privacy concerns, operational metrics, and the strategic workforce shortage facing the cybersecurity industry. Discover how the I Am The Cavalry initiative addresses these critical issues and proposes unconventional solutions to protect public safety and human life in our increasingly connected world.