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Know Your Attack Surface From the Outside In

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Know Your Attack Surface From the Outside In (PDF, 0.35MB)Published: 16 Sep, 2022
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Jeff Lomas
Jeff Lomas

Social engineering attacks are a growing problem. This First Look paper explores how enterprises can neutralize vulnerabilities, reduce their attack surface, and automate continuous risk detection.

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Jeff Lomas
Jeff Lomas

Jeff Lomas

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Jeff has digital forensic experience and training with Mac, iOS Windows, and Android operating systems. He is passionate about sharing his knowledge and experience with students to help them master the topic of mobile forensics.

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