
Young Frankenstein (or is it Frankenstream or Frankenscheme?) and the AI Revolution | A Musing On the Future of Cybersecurity and Humanity with Sean Martin and TAPE3 | Read by TAPE3
07/04/24 • 4 min
In the hilarious yet insightful tale, join the eccentric Dr. Frankenstream and his quirky assistant Igor, as they bring an AI system to life, only to face unexpected challenges and hilarious missteps. Discover how they, along with cybersecurity expert Inga, navigate the perils of modern technology, reminding us of the crucial balance between innovation and responsibility.
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This fictional story represents the results of an interactive collaboration between Human Cognition and Artificial Intelligence.
Enjoy, think, share with others, and subscribe to "The Future of Cybersecurity" newsletter on LinkedIn.
Sincerely, Sean Martin and TAPE3
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Sean Martin is the host of the Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast, part of the ITSPmagazine Podcast Network—which he co-founded with his good friend Marco Ciappelli—where you may just find some of these topics being discussed. Visit Sean on his personal website.
TAPE3 is the Artificial Intelligence for ITSPmagazine, created to function as a guide, writing assistant, researcher, and brainstorming partner to those who adventure at and beyond the Intersection Of Technology, Cybersecurity, And Society. Visit TAPE3 on ITSPmagazine.
In the hilarious yet insightful tale, join the eccentric Dr. Frankenstream and his quirky assistant Igor, as they bring an AI system to life, only to face unexpected challenges and hilarious missteps. Discover how they, along with cybersecurity expert Inga, navigate the perils of modern technology, reminding us of the crucial balance between innovation and responsibility.
________
This fictional story represents the results of an interactive collaboration between Human Cognition and Artificial Intelligence.
Enjoy, think, share with others, and subscribe to "The Future of Cybersecurity" newsletter on LinkedIn.
Sincerely, Sean Martin and TAPE3
________
Sean Martin is the host of the Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast, part of the ITSPmagazine Podcast Network—which he co-founded with his good friend Marco Ciappelli—where you may just find some of these topics being discussed. Visit Sean on his personal website.
TAPE3 is the Artificial Intelligence for ITSPmagazine, created to function as a guide, writing assistant, researcher, and brainstorming partner to those who adventure at and beyond the Intersection Of Technology, Cybersecurity, And Society. Visit TAPE3 on ITSPmagazine.
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From Theory to Process to Practice: Cracking Mobile and IoT Security and Vulnerability Management | An OWASP AppSec Global Lisbon 2024 Conversation with Abraham Aranguren | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Guest: Abraham Aranguren, Managing Director at 7ASecurity [@7aSecurity]
On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/abrahamaranguren/
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Hosts:
Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast [@RedefiningCyber]
On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/sean-martin
Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society Podcast
On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/marco-ciappelli
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Episode Notes
In this On Location episode recorded in Lisbon at the OWASP AppSec Global event, Sean Martin engages in a comprehensive discussion with Abraham Aranguren, a cybersecurity trainer skilled at hacking IoT, iOS, and Android devices. The conversation delves into the intricacies of mobile application security, touching on both the technical and procedural aspects that organizations must consider to build and maintain secure apps.
Abraham Aranguren, known for his expertise in cybersecurity training, shares compelling insights into identifying IoT vulnerabilities without physically having the device. By reverse engineering applications, one can uncover potential security flaws and understand how apps communicate with their IoT counterparts. For instance, Aranguren describes exercises where students analyze mobile apps to reveal hardcoded passwords and unsecured Wi-Fi connections used to manage devices like drones.
A significant portion of the discussion revolves around real-world examples of security lapses in mobile applications. Aranguren details an incident involving a Chinese government app that harvests personal data from users' phones, highlighting the serious privacy implications of such vulnerabilities. Another poignant example is Hong Kong's COVID-19 contact-tracing app, which stored sensitive user information insecurely, revealing how even high-budget applications can suffer from critical security flaws if not properly tested.
Sean Martin, drawing from his background in software quality assurance, emphasizes the importance of establishing clear, repeatable processes and workflows to ensure security measures are consistently applied throughout the development and deployment phases. He and Aranguren agree that while developers need to be educated in secure coding practices, organizations must also implement robust processes, including code reviews, automated tools for static analysis, and third-party audits to identify and rectify potential vulnerabilities.
Aranguren stresses the value of pentests, noting that organizations often show significant improvement over multiple tests. He shares experiences of clients who, after several engagements, greatly reduced the number of exploitable vulnerabilities. Regular, comprehensive testing, combined with a proactive approach to fixing identified issues, helps create a robust security posture, ultimately making applications harder to exploit and dissuading potential attackers.
For businesses developing apps, this episode underscores the necessity of integrating security from the ground up, continuously educating developers, enforcing centralized security controls, and utilizing pentests as a tool for both validation and education. The ultimate goal is to make applications resilient enough to deter attackers, ensuring both the business and its users are protected.
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Punch Cards, Steam Engines, 48 Volt Batteries, Platform Engineering, and the AI Revolution: The Ongoing Evolution of Language-Based Software Development | An OWASP AppSec Global Lisbon 2024 Conversation with Oleg Shanyuk | On Location Coverage
Guest: Oleg Shanyuk, Platform Security, Delivery Hero [@deliveryherocom]
On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/oleg-shanyuk/
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Hosts:
Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast [@RedefiningCyber]
On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/sean-martin
Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society Podcast
On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/marco-ciappelli
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Episode Notes
In this On Location episode, Sean Martin discusses the complexities of application security (AppSec) and the challenges surrounding the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) with Oleg Shanyuk at the OWASP Global AppSec Global conference in Lisbon. The conversation delves into various aspects of AppSec, DevSecOps, and the broader scope of securing both web and mobile applications, as well as the cloud and container environments that underpin them.
One of the core topics Martin and Shanyuk explore is the pervasive influence of AI across different sectors. AI's application in coding, for instance, can significantly expedite the development process. However, as Sean Martin highlights, AI-generated code may lack the human intuition and contextual understanding crucial for error mitigation. This necessitates deeper and more intricate code reviews by human developers, reinforcing the symbiotic relationship between human expertise and AI efficiency.
Shanyuk shares insightful anecdotes about the history and evolution of programming languages and how AI's rise is reminiscent of past technological shifts. He references the advancement from physical punch cards to assembly languages and human-readable code, drawing parallels to the current AI boom. Shanyuk stresses the importance of learning from past technological evolutions to better understand and leverage AI's full potential in modern development environments.
The conversation also explores the practical applications of AI in fields beyond straightforward coding. Shanyuk discusses the evolution of automotive batteries from 12 volts to 48 volts, paralleling this shift with how AI can optimize various processes in different industries. This evolution demonstrates the potential of technology to drive efficiencies and reduce costs, emphasizing the need for ongoing innovation and adaptation.
Martin further navigates the discussion towards platform engineering, contrasting its benefits of consistency and control with the precision and customization needed for specific tasks. The ongoing debate encapsulates the broader dialogue within the tech community about finding the right balance between standardization and flexibility. Shanyuk's perspective offers valuable insights into how industries can leverage AI and platform engineering principles to achieve both operational efficiency and specialized functionality.
The episode concludes with forward-looking reflections on the future of AI-driven models and their potential to transcend the limitations of human language and traditional coding paradigms. The thoughtful dialogue between Martin and Shanyuk leaves listeners with a deeper appreciation of the challenges and opportunities within the realm of AI and AppSec, encouraging continued exploration and discourse in these rapidly evolving fields.
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