Cybersecurity Hour: Exploring the Cybersecurity Canon

Cybersec Canon Ep 7. The Cuckoo’s Egg - Chapter 24-30. From Dead End to Transatlantic Connection

The breaches to most computers happen since accounts with default passwords are left unchanged.

Feb 14 • Rob, a bibliophile

Cybersec Canon Ep 6. The Cuckoo’s Egg - Chapter 17-23. The Science of Tracing

Cliff uses physics to learn that the hacking is originating from outside of the US. He faces bureaucratic barriers and is frustrated at the inability to…

Feb 9 • Rob, a bibliophile

November 2024

Cybersec Canon Ep 5. The Cuckoo’s Egg - Chapter 13-16. The CIA Gets Involved

Cliff works with the CIA. The hacker finds new ways to access more computers and sensitive data.

Nov 18, 2024 • Rob, a bibliophile

Cybersec Canon Ep 4. The Cuckoo’s Egg - Chapter 9-12. Variety in Software Solutions

In the book Cliff Stoll makes the case for a diverse software ecosystem. But now, it seems like there is more consolidation and standardization than…

Nov 11, 2024 • Rob, a bibliophile

Cybersec Canon Ep 3. The Cuckoo’s Egg - Chapter 5-8. Wiretapping at the Dawn of Cybersecurity

Exploring the privacy regulations in the US till the ECPA when wiretapping included digital communications.

Nov 2, 2024 • Rob, a bibliophile

October 2024

Cybersec Canon Ep 2. The Cuckoo’s Egg - Chapter 3 & 4. The Hidden Cost of Custom Software Ecosystems

Building proprietary software stacks instead of relying on open-source or commercially available solutions has many benefits but also hidden costs.

Oct 27, 2024 • Rob, a bibliophile

Cybersec Canon Ep 1. The Cuckoo’s Egg - Chapter 1 & 2. When Debugging Uncovers More Than Bugs

Debugging a production issue is quite rewarding and engaging.

Oct 19, 2024 • Rob, a bibliophile

September 2023

Understanding Privacy-Enabling Technologies (PETs): More Than Just Digital Safeguards

PETs are a set of technologies that can be used to protect the privacy of individuals and also achieve compliance with data protection legislation and…

Sep 15, 2023 • Rob, a bibliophile

The EU-US Data Privacy Framework: A New Era for Transatlantic Data Transfers

The EU-US DPF replaces the previous Privacy Shield framework, which was invalidated in 2020. It provides businesses with a way to transfer personal data…

Sep 14, 2023 • Rob, a bibliophile

Understanding the FTC's Mail, Internet, or Telephone Order Merchandise Rule

MOTSR is a rule enforced by the FTC that protects consumers who purchase merchandise by mail, phone, or Internet. It also applies to sellers who sell…

Sep 13, 2023 • Rob, a bibliophile

Advancing Data Privacy: G20 Leaders' Commitment at the New Delhi Summit

The G20 leaders recently recommitted to collaboration on privacy matters. They acknowledged the importance of data flows for economic growth and…

Sep 12, 2023 • Rob, a bibliophile

Crafting a Comprehensive Privacy Policy: What to Include

A privacy policy is a document that explains how an organization collects, uses, and shares personal information about its customers, employees, or…

Sep 11, 2023 • Rob, a bibliophile