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1,355 items across 6 categories: press, broadcast, stage, and paperwork. Captured, displayed, and archived for posterity.

Stage

Why Outside Feedback Makes Your Engineering Team Stronger

Casey Ellis delivered a talk at the 2017 Structure Security Conference addressing how external feedback strengthens engineering teams. He discussed methods for incorporating outside perspectives into development processes to improve security outcomes and team resilience.

Structure Security Conference
Stage

SINET Thinks Forward: Human Versus Technology - What’s Next For Bug Bounty Programs

SINET61's SINET Thinks Forward conference in Sydney featured a stage discussion on the future of bug bounty programs. Casey Ellis spoke on the balance between human expertise and technological capabilities in security vulnerability discovery and management.

SINET61
Press

Security.txt Standard Proposed, Similar to Robots.txt

This BleepingComputer news article from September 2017 reports that web developer Ed Foudil submitted an IETF draft to standardize security.txt, a root-hosted file describing a site's security policies. In it, Casey Ellis advises Foudil to axe first and then sandpaper, refining his many ideas one by one into a well-thought-out draft.

BleepingComputer
Stage

What are the latest cutting edge technologies in cybersecurity and the greatest needs?

The 8th Annual Billington Cybersecurity Summit featured a panel discussion on cutting-edge cybersecurity technologies and critical industry needs. Casey Ellis participated in the conversation addressing emerging threats and technological solutions in the cybersecurity landscape.

8th Annual Billington Cybersecurity Summit
Press

Nine Ways Tech Companies Can Stay Ahead Of The Curve

This Forbes Technology Council article from September 12, 2017, presents nine ways technology companies can stay ahead of rapid change in the industry. Casey Ellis of Bugcrowd advises technology executives to ask dumb questions when needed, decide which advice to ignore or adopt, and get a coach who keeps them accountable.

Forbes
Press

Casey Ellis - 5,500 Hackers + Your Code

SOURCE Security Conference Boston 2014 featured a presentation by Casey Ellis on coordinating security research at scale. Ellis discussed methods for managing bug bounty programs with thousands of participating researchers and integrating their findings into development workflows.

SOURCE Security Conference Boston 2014
Press

Planning To Grow Your Tech Business Team? Here's What To Look For When Interviewing

This Forbes Technology Council article from September 2017, titled "Planning To Grow Your Tech Business Team? Here's What To Look For When Interviewing," offers hiring guidance for tech business leaders. Casey Ellis of Bugcrowd contributes a point on tenacity, calling it an ingrained trait that cannot be taught.

Forbes
Press

Exclusive: Top Hackers-for-Hire Startup Names New CEO | Fortune

This Fortune article from August 28, 2017 reports that Bugcrowd, a bug bounty startup, is naming a new chief executive. Casey Ellis, the company's founder and former CEO, told Fortune he is stepping aside to become chairman and chief technology officer so he can focus on the technical product.

Fortune
Press

Rapidly growing bug bounty company Bugcrowd names new CEO

This CyberScoop article from August 28, 2017, reports that California-based bug bounty platform Bugcrowd named a new chief executive, Ashish Gupta. Casey Ellis, who helped launch the company in 2012, stepped down as CEO to become chairman and chief technology officer, and he says he approached the board with the idea months earlier.

CyberScoop
Press

Bugcrowd Launches Bug Bounty Program for Wi-Fi Device Maker eero

Dark Reading reported on Bugcrowd's launch of a public bug bounty program for Wi-Fi device maker eero in August 2017. Casey Ellis, Bugcrowd's founder and CTO, discussed the program's role in improving security for connected home devices through crowdsourced vulnerability research.

Dark Reading
Broadcast

Voice of Security Radio: Finding Flaws in the IoT

Dark Reading's Voice of Security Radio broadcast Finding Flaws in the IoT, published August 15, 2017, asks whether crowdsourcing can improve Internet of Things security. Editor Curt Franklin hosts Bugcrowd CEO Casey Ellis to explore why IoT security differs from enterprise security and how professionals can make IoT bugs easier to find.

Dark Reading
Press

Dash invites researchers to hack their blockchain - Help Net Security

Help Net Security published this 2017 article about the Dash bug bounty, run through Bugcrowd to have researchers find critical software vulnerabilities. Bugcrowd CEO Casey Ellis says a shortage of cybersecurity professionals and an expanding attack surface leave companies at a disadvantage, and self-managed programs quickly overwhelm them.

Help Net Security
Press

Dash employs cybersecurity service Bugcrowd to identify blockchain vulnerabilities

Dash cryptocurrency engaged Bugcrowd's cybersecurity services to identify vulnerabilities in its blockchain infrastructure, according to EconoTimes. Casey Ellis, Bugcrowd's founder and CEO, supported the partnership to help strengthen Dash's security posture through crowdsourced vulnerability research.

EconoTimes
Press

13-year-old Pakistani hacker finds bugs at world’s top tech companies

An article published in Republica profiles a 13-year-old Pakistani hacker who discovered and reported security vulnerabilities at major technology companies. Casey Ellis is mentioned as a figure supporting young security researchers and encouraging responsible vulnerability disclosure practices globally.

Republica
Press

WikiLeaks Dumps Alleged CIA Malware and Hacking Trove

BankInfoSecurity published an article on the security implications for financial institutions following WikiLeaks' release of alleged CIA hacking tools and malware. Casey Ellis provided analysis on the incident's impact and what organizations should prioritize in response to the disclosure.

BankInfoSecurity
Press

WikiLeaks Dumps Alleged CIA Malware and Hacking Trove

DataBreachToday published an article on the security implications of WikiLeaks' release of alleged CIA hacking tools and malware for the financial industry. Casey Ellis commented on the risks these disclosed vulnerabilities and tactics pose to financial institutions' security posture and defense strategies.

DataBreachToday
Press

WikiLeaks Dumps Alleged CIA Malware and Hacking Trove

Government Info Security covered the WikiLeaks release of alleged CIA malware and hacking tools in August 2017. Casey Ellis provided analysis on the security implications and fallout from the disclosure of the agency's cyber capabilities.

Government Info Security
Press

WikiLeaks Dumps Docs on CIA’s Hacking Tools

KrebsOnSecurity reported on the WikiLeaks release of documents alleging CIA hacking tools and their capabilities. Casey Ellis provided analysis on the disclosed tools' implications for cybersecurity defenses and vulnerability disclosure practices.

KrebsonSecurity
Press

CIA hacking dossier leak reignites debate over vulnerability disclosure

The Register published an analysis of the vulnerability disclosure debate sparked by WikiLeaks' release of alleged CIA hacking tools in March 2017. Casey Ellis contributed perspective on responsible disclosure practices and the tension between security researchers, vendors, and government agencies in managing software vulnerabilities.

The Register
Press

WikiLeaks Dumps Alleged CIA Malware and Hacking Trove

CUInfoSecurity published an analysis of WikiLeaks' release of alleged CIA hacking tools and malware in August 2017. Casey Ellis commented on the security implications of the disclosed exploit code and its impact on defenders across the industry.

www.cuinfosecurity.com
Press

Overnight Cybersecurity: Hackers breach voting machines | Kelly's move to White House leaves void at DHS | House panel presses agencies for info on Russian cyber firm

This Overnight Cybersecurity newsletter from The Hill, published July 31, 2017, rounds up daily hacking and data privacy news, including reports on hackers breaching voting machines. Casey Ellis, founder of Bugcrowd, is quoted saying automotive is the fastest growing bug bounty sector as automakers struggle to hire the specialized researchers they need.

The Hill
Press

Demand for automotive cybersecurity pros outpaces supply

A 2017 article in The Hill examines the shortage of automotive cybersecurity professionals relative to industry demand. Casey Ellis discusses the talent gap and the need for organizations to develop skilled security personnel in the automotive sector.

The Hill
Press

Election tech hacked within hours at DEF CON Voting Village

A July 2017 SC Magazine article covers the DEF CON Voting Village, where election technology was compromised in hours by security researchers. Casey Ellis participated in the event, demonstrating vulnerabilities in voting systems and highlighting the need for stronger security measures in election infrastructure.

SC Magazine
Stage

Expert Panel: Bug Bounty Trends and What They Mean

BrightTalk hosted an expert panel discussion on bug bounty trends and their implications in July 2017. Casey Ellis participated on the panel to discuss developments and insights in the bug bounty space.

BrightTalk
Press

LaunchVic, Startmate to deliver free workshops

LaunchVic and Startmate announced a series of free workshops for aspiring entrepreneurs, according to The Australian. Casey Ellis participated in the initiative to support early-stage startup development in the Australian entrepreneurial ecosystem.

The Australian
Press

Melbourne accelerator programme seeks APAC cybersecurity startups

CyRise, a Melbourne-based accelerator program, announced a call for cybersecurity startups across the APAC region to apply for funding and support. Casey Ellis served as an adviser and backer of the initiative aimed at developing early-stage security companies in the Asia-Pacific market.

Security Brief Australia
Press

CyRise set to fast-track Australian cyber security startups

Smart Company reported on the launch of CyRise, an accelerator program designed to fast-track growth of Australian cybersecurity startups. Casey Ellis served as a founding advisor to the program, bringing expertise in supporting early-stage security ventures.

Smart Company
Stage

The State of Bug Bounties & Ask Me Anything

Bugcrowd LevelUp0x01 published a stage presentation titled "The State of Bug Bounties & Ask Me Anything" in July 2017. Casey Ellis discusses the current landscape of bug bounty programs and answers audience questions about trends and developments in the field.

Bugcrowd LevelUp0x01
Press

Why Offering Bug Bounties Will Be Widespread, Even in Government

Government Technology published an opinion piece in 2017 on the expansion of bug bounty programs into government agencies as standard practice. Casey Ellis discusses why organizations across sectors, including government, will increasingly adopt bug bounties to identify and address security vulnerabilities.

Government Technology
Press

Dimension Data-backed program CyRise searches for cyber security startups

CRN Australia reported on the CyRise accelerator program, backed by Dimension Data, as it sought promising cybersecurity startups for its inaugural cohort. Casey Ellis served as a mentor and advisor to the program, helping early-stage founders develop their security ventures and business strategies.

CRN Australia