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You Built a Better Mousetrap? They Built Better RATs

Remote Access Trojans (RATs) have traditionally been known as tools that perform tasks such as installing additional malware or stealing files from an infected computer. They are often bundled with enticing software like free games or system utilities. RATs are nothing new, but their usage and related attack methods have changed recently in interesting ways.

Defcon, Data Breaches, Remote Access Attacks, Remote Access Security

I’m Sorry, *You* Are… The Weakest Link

Kyle Lady of Duo Labs covers talks about the human factor — from social engineering to human vulnerability scanning — at DEF CON and Black Hat 2015.

Human Factor, Social Engineering, Black Hat, Defcon

Welcome to Vegas! A Primer on Attending Black Hat & DEF CON

This is a general guideline aimed at first-time attendees to Black Hat and DEF CON.