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Previous Talks

Explore some of the previous talks, workshops, articles, and podcasts by Arron 'Finux' Finnon. Note that not all of Finux's talks or speeches are recorded.

SteelCon 2024 Keynote - Article

Ragnarök – When Threat Modeling Goes Wrong.

The LinkedIn article reflects on the author's experience at the SteelCon security conference in 2024, where his talk on threat modeling unexpectedly led to discussions about his neurodiversity and the importance of the human element in security. It highlights that, while security professionals focus on technical aspects, they must also remember that security is ultimately a "people industry", with the author using his own experiences with dyslexia as an example of how people's different perspectives can bring value to the field.

BSides Transylvania 2024 - Article

Cybersecurity's Odyssey: From the Depths of History to the Vanguard of Tomorrow

The LinkedIn article discusses a talk given at the BSidesTranslyvania conference, focusing on the ethical responsibilities of cybersecurity research, the importance of Vulnerability Disclosure Programs (VDPs), and the significance of the human element in security. It argues that cybersecurity professionals must act ethically, collaborate to improve defenses, and remember that people are as much a part of the security landscape as any technology.

Cybersecurity FAQ: Online

Ask the Ethical Hacker | Part 1

The video "Cybersecurity FAQ: Ask the Ethical Hacker Part 1" discusses the evolving cybersecurity landscape, emphasizing how attackers target people and their data, making security a continuous process rather than a one-time fix. It highlights the importance of fostering a security-aware culture, addressing misconfigurations, and adopting proactive security measures to prevent breaches before they occur.

Cybersecurity FAQ: Online

Ask the Ethical Hacker | Part 2

The video "Cybersecurity FAQ: Ask the Ethical Hacker Part 2" explores key cybersecurity concerns, including frontend and backend vulnerabilities, the risks of containerization, and best practices for penetration testing. It emphasizes how attackers exploit weak security measures and highlights the importance of proper risk management, scoping, and stakeholder communication in securing applications.

GDPR+2 2020 Online

What Is Social Engineering And How GDPR Can Help You Defend Against It

During the COVID lockdowns, this video explores how strong data protection practices can serve as a crucial defense against social engineering attacks. It highlights real-world examples of how securing personal and business information helps prevent manipulation by cybercriminals exploiting remote work vulnerabilities.

The video explores how Niccolò Machiavelli's principles from The Prince can be applied to cybersecurity, emphasizing governance, risk management, and defense strategies. It draws parallels between historical power dynamics and modern InfoSec, arguing that security teams must embrace adaptability, strategic deception, and proactive defense rather than relying solely on rigid fortress-like structures.

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GDPR+1 2019 Keynote

Lecture On Data Protection Risks From A Hacker's Perspective

This talk focuses on how you hack a room full of data protection lawyers, activists, and other data security minded professionals.

Security Fest 2018 Keynote

Proto - Swedish - Hipsters

The video explores the historical evolution of privacy, from ancient communal living and early surveillance practices to modern legal and philosophical debates on privacy rights. It highlights how privacy has always been a trade-off between security and personal freedom, questioning whether it is truly a fundamental human right or a shifting societal construct.

BSides Ljubljana 2018

Act III - The Evolution of Privacy.

The video explores the historical evolution of privacy, discussing its shifting definition, legal frameworks, and societal attitudes from ancient times to the digital age. It highlights how privacy has always been a dynamic concept shaped by technology, law, and cultural changes, emphasizing its ongoing relevance in today's surveillance-driven world.

BSides Ljubljana 2018 keynote

The Problem With Other People's Tables

The video discusses the vulnerabilities of third-party data breaches, illustrating how hackers exploit reused passwords and leaked credentials to infiltrate organizations. It highlights the dangers of weak cybersecurity practices, showing how even dark web users fail to secure their data, leading to widespread exploitation

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GrrCON 2017

3rd Party Data Burns

The video discusses third-party data breaches, how leaked databases fuel cyber threats, and the difficulties of securing compromised data. It highlights the widespread reuse of weak passwords, the dangers of personal information exposure, and the challenges of managing massive datasets in cybersecurity.

SEC-T 2017 - Keynote

Act III - The Evolution of Privacy.

The video explores the historical evolution of privacy, discussing its shifting definition, legal frameworks, and societal attitudes from ancient times to the digital age. It highlights how privacy has always been a dynamic concept shaped by technology, law, and cultural changes, emphasizing its ongoing relevance in today's surveillance-driven world.

SEC-T 2017

The Problem with other people's tables.

The video discusses the vulnerabilities of third-party data breaches, illustrating how hackers exploit reused passwords and leaked credentials to infiltrate organizations. It highlights the dangers of weak cybersecurity practices, showing how even dark web users fail to secure their data, leading to widespread exploitation

SEC-T 2016 Keynote

State-Surveillance: Treason, Heresy And The Boy That Drives The Plow.

The video explores the historical evolution of privacy, from ancient communal living and early surveillance practices to modern legal and philosophical debates on privacy rights. It highlights how privacy has always been a trade-off between security and personal freedom, questioning whether it is truly a fundamental human right or a shifting societal construct.

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GrrCON 2016

Act Three The Evolution of Privacy

The video explores the evolution of privacy, from historical communal living and early surveillance laws to modern debates on privacy rights and digital monitoring. It examines how privacy has always been a trade-off between security and personal freedom, questioning its true nature as a human right.

SEC-T 2016 Keynote

State-Surveillance: Treason, Heresy And The Boy That Drives The Plow.

The video explores the historical evolution of privacy, from ancient communal living and early surveillance practices to modern legal and philosophical debates on privacy rights. It highlights how privacy has always been a trade-off between security and personal freedom, questioning whether it is truly a fundamental human right or a shifting societal construct.

Docker MeetUp Berlin 2015

Docker, desperately seeking Ashley!

The video "Docker MeetUp Berlin: Docker, Desperately Seeking Ashley!" discusses the use of Docker for managing and analyzing leaked datasets, particularly focusing on the Ashley Madison data breach. The speaker explores challenges in big data processing, security concerns related to Elasticsearch, and highlights poor password storage practices that contribute to widespread data vulnerabilities.

GrrCON 2015

The wrong side of history everything that is old is new again.

"The Wrong Side of History: Everything That is Old is New Again" explores the parallels between the Manhattan Project and modern surveillance, particularly through the revelations of Edward Snowden. It highlights how secrecy, government control, and scientific advancements shape historical and current geopolitical decisions, drawing connections between nuclear weapons development and cyberwarfare in today's digital age.

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SteelCon 2015

The wrong side of history everything that is old is new again.

"The Wrong Side of History: Everything That is Old is New Again" explores the parallels between the Manhattan Project and modern surveillance, particularly through the revelations of Edward Snowden. It highlights how secrecy, government control, and scientific advancements shape historical and current geopolitical decisions, drawing connections between nuclear weapons development and cyberwarfare in today's digital age.

BSides Hamburg 2015

State-Surveillance: Treason, Heresy And The Boy That Drives The Plow.

The video explores the historical evolution of privacy, from ancient communal living and early surveillance practices to modern legal and philosophical debates on privacy rights. It highlights how privacy has always been a trade-off between security and personal freedom, questioning whether it is truly a fundamental human right or a shifting societal construct.

SEC-T 2015 - Keynote

The wrong side of history everything that is old is new again.

"The Wrong Side of History: Everything That is Old is New Again" explores the parallels between the Manhattan Project and modern surveillance, particularly through the revelations of Edward Snowden. It highlights how secrecy, government control, and scientific advancements shape historical and current geopolitical decisions, drawing connections between nuclear weapons development and cyberwarfare in today's digital age.