Monthly Archives: August 2014

The Maturity Model … Matures

Posted on August 26, 2014 by Eric

We are making good progress with the Vulnerability Management Maturity Model now. We have a very nice looking graphic that aligns activity across each stage of maturity. Next steps include demonstrating the business value of improving maturity, providing an assessment … Continue reading →

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Thinking About BlackHat – The Suits vs. The Shorts

Posted on August 13, 2014 by Eric

One of the interesting things about BlackHat is that hackers and CISOs rub elbows. One of the few places where that happens routinely. It’s kinda funny. The CISOs are trying not to look so much like a “suit”, so they … Continue reading →

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Just A Few Things Left

Posted on August 7, 2014 by Eric

That’s right, not too much more left here at BlackHat. A couple of meetings with customers, a couple of analysts. And of course, Core’s party at the RX Boiler Room. Which is supposed to be pretty epic. Then I’m gonna … Continue reading →

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Another Day In The Desert

Posted on August 7, 2014 by Eric

Yes, it’s yet another day in the desert. Day of two of BlackHat Briefings is today. Tonight will be Core Security’s party and then the festivities (for me) will be done. A few pictures. The Breaching Bad tshirt is pretty good. … Continue reading →

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Vulnerability Management Maturity Model

Posted on August 6, 2014 by Eric

I’ve been working on this for a couple months now. Basically, we all know the truth of the matter is that intrusions happen because we security guys are not able to patch the things that matter, fix the areas that intruders … Continue reading →

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As Promised – A “Booth Babe”

Posted on August 5, 2014 by Eric

Pics of the “booth babes” were promised. Here’s your first one 🙂

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A Week in Vegas

Posted on August 4, 2014 by Eric

Yep, here I am in Las Vegas. Sitting in my hotel room knocking out a quick post on the blog before heading down to check in for BlackHat and find people and dinner. I plan to write something every day, … Continue reading →

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