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S3 E3: Unlocking the Secrets of OPSEC - A Deep Dive with Mitch Cohen
In this episode of Simply Defensive, hosts Josh Mason and Wade Wells welcome Mitch Cohen, privacy and OPSEC expert from flare.io.
Mitch shares his journey to becoming a 'digital ghost' and offers valuable insights into operational security (OPSEC) and privacy practices. He discusses the importance of securing personal information, the risks associated with poor OPSEC, and provides actionable steps for improving digital privacy.
Josh, Wade, and Mitch explore real-world examples, the ethical implications of privacy, and how to strike a balance between convenience and security.
An excellent resource for cybersecurity professionals and anyone interested in protecting their digital footprint.
Learn more in the flare.io Discord
00:00 Introduction to Simply Defensive
00:27 Meet Mitch Cohen: Privacy and OPSEC Expert
01:29 The Importance of OPSEC
04:13 Defining OPSEC and Its Relevance
07:07 Real-World OPSEC Challenges
08:23 Balancing Public Presence and Privacy
12:44 Threat Models and OPSEC Strategies
18:07 Practical OPSEC Tips and Personal Stories
20:53 Rolling Back Your Public Profile
21:48 Digital Spring Cleaning: Deleting Old Posts
23:03 The Art of Misinformation: Poisoning the Well
24:51 Changing Your Appearance for OPSEC
27:38 Resources for Learning OPSEC
31:23 The Importance of Privacy as a Human Right
36:41 Convenience vs. Security: The Trade-offs
40:01 Final Thoughts and Advice for Blue Teamers
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Connect with your hosts:
Josh Mason: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuacmason
Wade Wells: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wadingthrulogs
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Sponsored by ThreatLocker @ThreatLocker
Allow what you need, block everything else... Including ransomware. Zero trust Endpoint Protection Platform from ThreatLocker. Learn more at https://simplycyber.io/threatlocker
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Simply Cyber empowers people who want a rewarding cybersecurity career 💪
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All the ways to connect with Simply Cyber
https://SimplyCyber.io/Socials
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This podcast is presented by Simply Cyber Media Group
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In this episode of Simply Defensive, hosts Josh Mason and Wade Wells welcome Mitch Cohen, privacy and OPSEC expert from flare.io.
Mitch shares his journey to becoming a 'digital ghost' and offers valuable insights into operational security (OPSEC) and privacy practices. He discusses the importance of securing personal information, the risks associated with poor OPSEC, and provides actionable steps for improving digital privacy.
Josh, Wade, and Mitch explore real-world examples, the ethical implications of privacy, and how to strike a balance between convenience and security.
An excellent resource for cybersecurity professionals and anyone interested in protecting their digital footprint.
Learn more in the flare.io Discord
00:00 Introduction to Simply Defensive
00:27 Meet Mitch Cohen: Privacy and OPSEC Expert
01:29 The Importance of OPSEC
04:13 Defining OPSEC and Its Relevance
07:07 Real-World OPSEC Challenges
08:23 Balancing Public Presence and Privacy
12:44 Threat Models and OPSEC Strategies
18:07 Practical OPSEC Tips and Personal Stories
20:53 Rolling Back Your Public Profile
21:48 Digital Spring Cleaning: Deleting Old Posts
23:03 The Art of Misinformation: Poisoning the Well
24:51 Changing Your Appearance for OPSEC
27:38 Resources for Learning OPSEC
31:23 The Importance of Privacy as a Human Right
36:41 Convenience vs. Security: The Trade-offs
40:01 Final Thoughts and Advice for Blue Teamers
=========================
Connect with your hosts:
Josh Mason: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuacmason
Wade Wells: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wadingthrulogs
=========================
Sponsored by ThreatLocker @ThreatLocker
Allow what you need, block everything else... Including ransomware. Zero trust Endpoint Protection Platform from ThreatLocker. Learn more at https://simplycyber.io/threatlocker
=========================
Simply Cyber empowers people who want a rewarding cybersecurity career 💪
=========================
All the ways to connect with Simply Cyber
https://SimplyCyber.io/Socials
=========================
This podcast is presented by Simply Cyber Media Group
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