The Ethics of Prosecuting an Offensive Security Campaign

Explore the ethical considerations of offensive security campaigns in this thought-provoking conference talk by Tarah Wheeler and Roy Iversen. Delve into the tactics of cyberwarfare used in red team engagements, including preparation, information gathering, and objective capture. Examine the lack of ethical guidance in the industry and discuss the potential impacts of red team tactics on company morale. Consider the implications of deception in testing company defenses and explore ways to maintain the integrity of security professionals. Learn about conducting ethical red team engagements and understand which aspects are best suited for external and third-party involvement. Gain insights from Wheeler, an information security researcher and political scientist, and Iversen, a Director of Security Engineering & Operations, as they address the critical need for ethical discussions in offensive security practices.