In this episode of Gone Phishing, Connor Swalm (CEO - Phin Security) and Adam Walter (Founder/President of HumantizeIT) discuss the concept of security through laziness. They explore how laziness can be a virtue in engineering and how it can be applied to security practices. They share examples of laziness in physical security and the use of fobs for access control. They emphasize the importance of making security practices easy and convenient for end users. They also discuss the role of communication and engagement with end users in improving security. Overall, the conversation highlights the need to balance security and convenience in order to create effective security practices.
Takeaways
- Laziness can be a virtue in engineering and security, as it drives the desire to find efficient and effective solutions.
- Making security practices easy and convenient for end users is crucial to ensure their cooperation and compliance.
- Engaging with end users and understanding their needs and preferences can help improve security practices.
- Balancing security and convenience is a challenge that requires thoughtful consideration and creative solutions.
Connect with Adam Walter
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humanizeit.biz/
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Connect with Connor on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/connor-swalm/
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:31 Laziness as a Virtue
03:55 Examples of Laziness in Security Practices
04:57 Security Through Laziness
09:18 Security: The Department of No
09:55 Engaging with End Users
12:15 Balancing Security and Convenience
16:17 Connect with Humanize IT
16:57 Conclusion