Stories by Anthony Caruana

CSO Roadshow 2018: How do we build a secure IoT?

The Internet of Things (IoT) poses a significant challenge to IT security teams. Suddenly, instead of having users in control of the majority of end-point devices, the devices will out-number people by a factor of seven to one if analyst predictions are accurate. That means we need to think about how we secure our networks and these devices in new ways.

Anthony Caruana | 22 Jun | Read more

AusCERT 2018 - Finding a monster by its shadow

Sometimes, you can't see the bad guy lurking in your systems. They might have been in, done their damage and disappeared like a thief in the night. But there's always some evidence if you look hard enough and in the right place. This is the world of supply chain, or shadow, attacks.

Anthony Caruana | 08 Jun | Read more

AusCERT 2018 - Cyber-insurance is a growing sector

Cyber-insurance in an area that is rapidly changing. Not only are insurers becoming more mature at assessing the risks and liabilities companies face when it comes to offering cover and calculating premiums, but the shifting regulatory sands mean businesses are also becoming acutely aware of the consequences of not having they cyber house in order.

Anthony Caruana | 05 Jun | Read more

AusCERT 2018 - The art of bug bounty programs

Bug bounty programs have become extremely popular over recent years. The idea is you release some software, either to the public or in a closed beta program and unleash a swarm of security engineers to find vulnerabilities and security problems in your application or service.

Anthony Caruana | 05 Jun | Read more

AusCERT 2018 - Awards

AusCERT's annual awards, sponsored by the SANS Institute, night kicked off in spectacular fashion with fire-breathing commedian/musician Brian Brushwood carrying out his own version of a penetration test when he hammered a nail into his head through is nasal cavity.

Anthony Caruana | 01 Jun | Read more