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Think you know cyber security? Think again – world’s most famous hacker comes to IP EXPO Manchester

Kevin Mitnick to headline leading Manchester technology conference

Machines, Networks And People: Addressing Evolving Cyber Threats

OVERVIEW

In 2015, an accountant looking at the balance sheets of a US tech company noticed, to their dismay, a $39 million hole in their figures. They would have been even more dismayed to know where it had gone – a member of the financial team in an overseas subsidiary had transferred it directly to the thief. All the thief had to do was pretend they were a CEO.

FBI agent explores how social engineering attacks get a boost from social media

Cybercriminals use social networking outlets to tailor their social engineering attacks, increasing their chance of success. A solution is in the works to mitigate the effects of these threats.

Specialist security consultancy, Threat Intelligence, scales and skills up to meet demand for Automation and Agile Security

Launched in 2013, leading specialist security consultancy Threat Intelligence, today confirmed the addition of six new senior team members across a range of roles for its client base, some of the most powerful and trusted brands in Australia and beyond. Located in both the Sydney and Melbourne offices, the latest hires are planned to meet existing client security requirements and the expanded team will also drive the consultancy’s ongoing strategy to innovate enterprise security solutions.

Australia’s Ty Miller and the world’s most famous hacker, Kevin Mitnick to push cyber black hat thinking further

The session will tackle the approaches and issues facing many Australian security managers and organisations grappling with a changing security environment, requiring non-traditional responses in a world still catering for traditional security methodologies.

Hacker exposes weakest links in corporate chain

American poacher turned gamekeeper demonstrates the tech tricks of his trade

Australian cyber crime threats: Four Corners investigates how hackers are hacking into our informati

ONE of the world’s most infamous, former computer hackers has revealed how easy it is to hack into a bank account, as Australia faces serious cyber threats.

VIRGINIA CYBER CONVENTION & EXPO OCTOBER 6, 2016 VIRGINIA BEACH CONVENTION CENTER

The 2016 Virginia Cyber Convention & Expo on October 6 will explore numerous challenges and opportunities in cyberspace.
 
This major industry event is expected to draw over 500 cyber leaders in the private sector, military and government; elected officials; academia and other key industry stakeholders. The exhibition hall can occupy up to 175 vendors with over eight hours of networking time scheduled.
 
Kevin Mitnick, the “Worlds Most Famous Hacker,” is slated to be our keynote speaker. Kevin will provide a unique presentation on techniques cyber criminals use to gain access to your personal data.
 
Other invited and confirmed speakers include: US Senator Mark Warner, Admiral Bill Gortney, USN, Retired (confirmed), Dr. Lance Hayden (confirmed), SSA Robert Cochran (confirmed), Scott Schober (confirmed), Heather Engel (confirmed) and many others in the cybersecurity industry!