We think we know hacking is a tool for deeper change
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If you have questions that boggle your mind about penetration testing, Jayson is the person to learn from.
In the fourth episode of our We think we know podcast, we delve into the world of ethical hacking with the legendary Jayson E. Street.
As an icon in the penetration testing community, Jayson brings a unique blend of wit, wisdom, empathy, and a true understanding of the hacker mindset.
He has a unique talent for breaking down penetration testing into fundamental ideas, using memorable stories you'll want to tell others (and actually remember!).
Dive into this special episode with Jayson to learn:
- Why every hacker needs to define and focus on their vision of changing the world [04:28]
- How (and why) his unique, creative approach helps him tackle security issues [16:20]
- Why automation can’t work as a defensive model for solving puzzles [25:05]
- How to mitigate risks and explain them to clients in terms they care about [43:58]
- Why AI won’t replace pentesters’ job, but enhance them [49:40]
Don’t miss this episode that packs so many practical, real-world examples you can learn from and apply in your life and work.
Resources from this episode:
- Jayson on LinkedIn
- Wired Tech Support: Jayson answers penetration test questions from Twitter
- Jayson’s website
- Jayson on the Darknet Diaries - Ep 6
- Documentary: Penetration tester Jayson E. Street helps banks by hacking them
- Book: Dissecting the hack: the f0rb1dd3n network
- Jayson on the Cyber Empathy podcast - Ep 34, season 4
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