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San Diego 2013

San Diego, CA | Mon Nov 18 - Sat Nov 23, 2013

The 13 Absolute Truths of Security

  • Keith Palmgren

Keith Palmgren has identified thirteen "Absolute Truths" of security - things that remain true regardless of circumstance, network topology, organizational type, or any other variable. Recognizing these thirteen absolute truths and how they affect a security program can lead to the success of that program. Failing to recognize these truths will spell almost certain doom. Here we will take a non-technical look at each of the thirteen absolute truths in turn, examine what they mean to the security manager, what they mean to the security posture, and how understanding them will lead to a successful security program.

Bonus Sessions

The following bonus sessions are open to all paid attendees at no additional cost. There are many different types of events that fall into four categories:

  • Lunch & Learn: Short presentations given during the lunch break.
  • SANS@Night: Evening presentations given after day courses have ended. This category includes Keynotes.
  • Vendor: Events hosted by external vendor exhibitors.
  • Special Events: SANS-hosted events and other non-technical recreational offerings. This category includes, but is not limited to, Receptions and Information Tables.
Additional Sessions
Session Speaker Type
GIAC Program Overview Special Events
SANS Technology Institute Open House Special Events
Introducing the CompTIA CASP Exam Seth Misenar SANS@Night
SANS 8 Mobile Device Security Steps Chris Crowley SANS@Night
Who's Watching the Watchers? Mike Poor SANS@Night
Identifying Today's Top 5 Lateral Movement Techniques Alissa Torres SANS@Night
The 13 Absolute Truths of Security Keith Palmgren SANS@Night
Monday, November 18
Session Speaker Time Type
General Session - Welcome to SANS Monday, November 18th, 8:15am - 8:45am Special Events
Windows Exploratory Surgery with Process Hacker Jason Fossen Monday, November 18th, 7:15pm - 9:15pm Keynote
Tuesday, November 19
Session Speaker Time Type
Vendor Showcase Tuesday, November 19th, 10:30am - 10:50am
Vendor Showcase Tuesday, November 19th, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Vendor Showcase Tuesday, November 19th, 3:00pm - 3:20pm