Preparing for Dragons - Don't Sharpen Swords, Set Traps, Gather Intelligence
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Learn a pragmatic approach to cybersecurity defense through this conference talk that challenges traditional security mindsets by advocating for survival-focused strategies over heroic confrontation. Discover why most organizations and security professionals aren't equipped to be "dragon slayers" and explore how EDR systems and SOCs function more effectively as defensive tools rather than offensive weapons. Understand the importance of setting strategic traps and gathering intelligence instead of attempting direct confrontation with advanced threats. Gain insights into building resilient security postures that prioritize organizational survival and continuity over dramatic security theater, with practical guidance on implementing defensive strategies that acknowledge realistic capabilities and limitations in modern cybersecurity environments.
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BSidesSF 2025 - Preparing for Dragons: Don’t Sharpen Swords. Set Traps, Gather... (Adrian Sanabria)
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