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File under: "You've got to be kidding!": Today I upgraded the brain on my i-mate K-JAM. Which, of course, requires a hard reset, meaning that I get to spend a relaxing day re-installing and configuring all my applications. Usually when I do this (too frequently, it seems) I browse around for Read More...
Posted 11 March 06 05:15 by Steve Riley | 3 Comments
Filed under false claims, security theater, things that make me laugh
New site at the top of my favorites list: You know, stupid security abounds. I just discovered this site today, and I plan to become a regular visitor -- and probably a contributor, too! I encourage you to explore it and enjoy. Oh, some advice: it probably would be unwise to read an offline archived Read More...
Posted 16 November 05 01:46 by Steve Riley | 4 Comments
Filed under false claims, security myths, security theater, things that make me angry, things that make me laugh
New column - debunking security myths: There is a lot at stake in security configuration guidance. First, it is easy to understand why people are clamoring for it. Everyone can see the benefit in turning on some setting and blocking an attack. In some environments, doing so is not even an Read More...
Posted 12 April 05 12:58 by Steve Riley | 0 Comments
Filed under false claims, risk mitigation, security myths, security science, security theater, things that make me laugh