NSEC keynote: a pirate's guide to snake oil & security - HD Moore

HD's keynote at NSEC takes you on a satirical voyage through the crowded world of vulnerability management. From clashing tribes to competing frameworks, HD examines how defenders can navigate vendor claims and hype to uncover what actually works.

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