It's #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth. And with that comes scary imagery of blurred exploit code superimposed on a faceless "hacker" in a black hoodie.
The cybersecurity industry thrives on stereotypes and FUD that vilify the hacker identity. Solutions aren't sold without a problem.
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We've received innumerable requests to join our server since last year's launch. It was previously invite only, but today we're opening it up to the general public. Join now and participate in our cause more interactively!
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Our latest urban #StickerBomb campaign. Join the movement!
Stop by the today and pick up some free stickers for your own campaign!
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An ethical disclosure via and has revealed unethical law enforcement measures. Indian police used fabricated evidence to frame and target at least nine human rights activists using a coordinated spyware campaign tied to the NSO Group.
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BREAKING: announced a policy revision to the United States Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) which includes exemptions of criminal charges for "good-faith" security researchers.
This is a huge victory for our cause!
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Excited to announce our story made the cover of 's latest digital issue! In the article, interviews HINAC co-founder and advocate about the vilification of hackers and how we're changing those perceptions.
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Shout out to at for sharing his thoughts and promoting our cause in this video interview. It's reassuring to see our message spreading so quickly. Special thanks to all of our advocates, volunteers, and supporters for making it possible.
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This Supreme Court ruling on the Van Buren case is a positive development with regards to the narrowing of the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act's interpretation. #CFAA #HackingIsNotACrime
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BREAKING: In 6-3 vote, Supreme Court narrows scope of Computer Fraud and Abuse Act, landmark cybercrime law, ruling that it doesn't cover situations where people who are authorized to access a computer system do so for improper reasons. supremecourt.gov/opinions/20pdf
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I'm Shahrukh Iqbal Mirza, from Pakistan. I'm a hacker and a advocate, and here is my #HackerStory
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TL;DR: "Hackers" … "hackers"… "hacker"… "hacker" … "hacker"… "hacker" … "hacker"… "hacker" … "hacker's"… "hacker" … "hacker" … "hacker" … "hacker" via
#FUD4Profit #Pejorative4Profit #HackingIsNotACrime
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Remember:
The “disclosure” part of Vulnerability disclosure isn’t optional.
It’s an important part of the process to have security & privacy transparency that shows your org cares about vulnerabilities.
VDPs & bug bounties under NDA put users & supply chains at risk for longer.
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We have received numerous inquires recently about supporting our cause through awareness and funding. Our stickers have always been the most popular option for both. But, did you know we also have t-shirts, mugs, and yes... hoodies!?!
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