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Swig Security Review 2020 – Part I
The Daily Swig published a comprehensive security review recapping major cybersecurity events and trends of 2020. Casey Ellis is featured in the review for his insights and contributions to discussions on security developments throughout the year.
Encryption, zero trust and the quantum threat -- security predictions for 2021
Beta News published a roundup of cybersecurity predictions for 2021 covering encryption, zero trust architecture, and quantum computing threats. Casey Ellis contributed insights on the expanding role of bug bounties in organizational security strategies.
5 Ransomware Predictions to Ring In 2021
SDX Central published "5 Ransomware Predictions to Ring In 2021" in December 2020, presenting expert forecasts on how ransomware attacks and tactics would evolve. Casey Ellis contributed predictions about ransomware trends expected to emerge in 2021.
Security Long Reads: Cyber insiders reveal what’s to come in 2021
Computer Weekly published a long-form feature in which cybersecurity insiders share detailed predictions for the 2021 threat landscape. Casey Ellis contributes his outlook on emerging security challenges and trends expected to shape the industry in the coming year.
Cybersecurity predictions for 2021 - BetaNews
The BetaNews article Cybersecurity predictions for 2021, published December 23, 2020, is a piece by Casey Ellis. Casey, founder, chairman and CTO of Bugcrowd, predicts that ransomware is a matter of when rather than if, and that legislators and industry face pressure to solve ransomware without limiting responses to paying or not paying.
Telemed Poll Uncovers Biggest Risks and Best Practices
Threatpost published a poll examining security risks and best practices in telehealth adoption during the pandemic. Casey Ellis contributed insights on the vulnerabilities and safeguards critical to protecting patient data in remote healthcare environments.
The Top 21 Security Predictions for 2021
Government Technology published "The Top 21 Security Predictions for 2021" in December 2020, featuring predictions on ransomware, cloud security, and related cybersecurity topics. Casey Ellis contributed one of the 21 predictions included in the article.
Federal agencies fall short on cybersecurity, undermining standards
This Cybersecurity Dive article, published December 17, 2020, examines how federal agencies fall short on cybersecurity and how the SolarWinds hack could reshape industry coordination with government. Casey Ellis, Bugcrowd's founder and CTO, says the hack leaves private industry little option but to coordinate with government, and PPD-41 leaves little room for pushback.
US-CERT Reports 17,447 Vulnerabilities Recorded in 2020
This Dark Reading article, published December 16, 2020, reports that US-CERT recorded a record 17,447 vulnerabilities in 2020, the fourth straight year of record totals. Founder and CTO Casey Ellis writes that bug reports show a 65% rise in P1 submissions and a 4% gain in valid submissions, with hackers finding higher-impact bugs.
US-CERT Reports 17,447 Vulnerabilities Recorded in 2020
Dark Reading reported on US-CERT's 2020 vulnerability data, which cataloged 17,447 vulnerabilities during the year. Casey Ellis commented on the findings and their implications for organizational security posture amid the expanding threat landscape.
US government departments targeted in suspected state-sponsored cyberattack
Intelligent CIO reported on the SolarWinds supply chain attack targeting multiple U.S. government departments in December 2020. Casey Ellis commented on the severity of the incident and the broader implications for supply chain security in critical infrastructure.
26 Cyberspace Solarium Commission recommendations likely to become law with NDAA passage
CSO Online reported on how 26 recommendations from the Cyberspace Solarium Commission were incorporated into the National Defense Authorization Act, positioning them to become law. Casey Ellis served on the Cyberspace Solarium Commission and contributed to the policy recommendations included in the NDAA passage.
Future of ethical hacking in balance as the Supreme Court debates
Digital Journal published an article examining how the Supreme Court's Van Buren v. United States case could reshape ethical hacking and security research practices. Ellis contributed perspective on the ruling's implications for the future of authorized vulnerability testing and responsible disclosure in the cybersecurity field.
Hackers Must Keep Tearing Cars Apart
TU Automotive published an article on automotive security research that examines the need for continuous hacking and vulnerability discovery in vehicle systems. Casey Ellis contributes perspective on the necessity of security researchers actively testing automotive platforms to identify weaknesses before malicious actors exploit them.
Ethical hacking in the retail industry
TechStrong TV published an interview featuring Casey Ellis discussing security strategies for the retail industry. Ellis explains how ethical hacking and crowdsourced security approaches can strengthen defenses for retailers and e-commerce platforms against cyber threats.
Supreme Court considers scope of federal anti-hacking law in biggest cyber case to date
This November 30, 2020 CyberScoop article covers the Supreme Court hearing on the scope of the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act. Bugcrowd founder Casey Ellis, a signatory to a friend-of-the-court brief urging a narrow reading of the law, says the hearing gave little attention to its effect on security researchers.
US Supreme Court hears Van Buren appeal arguments in light of Computer Fraud and Abuse Act ambiguity
The Daily Swig covered oral arguments before the U.S. Supreme Court in the Van Buren case, which examines ambiguities within the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act. Casey Ellis commented on the case's implications for how the CFAA defines unauthorized access and its impact on security research and vulnerability disclosure practices.
Why Trump's claims of massive voting machine fraud don't have merit
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Elections Are Partisan Affairs. Election Security Isn't.
An opinion piece published by the EFF in November 2020 argues that election security should remain a non-partisan undertaking despite the inherently partisan nature of elections themselves. Casey Ellis contributes perspective on maintaining security standards across electoral systems without partisan interference or bias.
There’s more to bug bounty success than hacking skills
An article in The Parallax examines the skills required for success in bug bounty hunting beyond technical hacking abilities. Casey Ellis discusses how communication and clear report writing are crucial competencies for researchers seeking to build sustainable careers in the field.
Use 'productive paranoia' to build security culture at your startup
TechCrunch published an article by Casey Ellis on building security culture at startups through embedded security practices from inception. Ellis advocates for "productive paranoia" as a foundational mindset that helps founders balance business agility with proactive threat awareness and risk management.
Bug Bounty Hunters' Pro Tips on Chasing Vulns & Money
Dark Reading published an article on bug bounty hunting strategy and income optimization. Casey Ellis contributes professional advice on how security researchers can succeed in identifying vulnerabilities and earning rewards within competitive bug bounty programs.
Election Result Websites Have Capacity to Create 'Noise'
Statescoop published an article examining how election result websites could be manipulated to spread false information. Casey Ellis comments on security vulnerabilities in these systems and their potential to create confusion and undermine public trust during elections.
Trump signs law that makes hacking election systems a federal crime
The Washington Examiner reported on President Trump signing legislation that elevates hacking election systems to a federal crime. Casey Ellis commented on how the law affects security researchers and adversaries seeking to access election infrastructure.
Whole Kids smashes $500,000 equity crowdfunding goal, securing the likes of Kate Morris and Casey Ellis as backers
Smart Company reported that Whole Kids exceeded its $500,000 equity crowdfunding target, with backers including Kate Morris and Casey Ellis. Ellis joined the funding round as an investor supporting the startup's growth in the nutrition and children's health sector.
How the Pandemic is Reshaping the Bug-Bounty Landscape
ThreatPost published an article examining how the COVID-19 pandemic and remote work shift have reshaped the bug bounty landscape. Casey Ellis provides analysis on the pandemic's effects on corporate attack surfaces and vulnerability disclosure practices.
HOW TO START in BUG BOUNTY IN 2020 with Casey Ellis, BugCrowd
Cloud Security Podcast featured Casey Ellis from BugCrowd discussing how to launch a career in bug bounty hunting in 2020. Ellis provided foundational guidance and a roadmap for aspiring security researchers entering the field.
How ethical hackers are trying to protect the 2020 U.S. elections
VentureBeat published an article examining how ethical hackers are working to identify and remediate vulnerabilities in U.S. election infrastructure before the 2020 presidential vote. Casey Ellis discusses the ethical hacking community's role in discovering security gaps and supporting efforts to strengthen election systems.
How security researchers should view the Voting Systems Act
Digital Journal published Casey Ellis's commentary on the proposed Voting Systems Act and its implications for security researchers in October 2020. Ellis examined both the potential benefits and drawbacks the legislation could create for researchers studying voting system vulnerabilities.
How security researchers should view the Voting Systems Act
Digital Journal published Casey Ellis's commentary on the DEFEND the Voting Systems Act in October 2020, examining its implications for security research. Ellis discussed how the legislation could affect good-faith vulnerability disclosure and the security research community's ability to strengthen voting systems.