BSidesSF’s Post

🌩️ Is Perfection the Enemy of Progress in Security? 🌩️ In the world of security, we often find ourselves chasing perfection. We're trained to spot every tiny flaw, every risk, and to fixate on achieving 100% protection. But what if this relentless pursuit of perfection is actually holding us back? When Caleb and Ashish sat down with Clint at BSidesSF earlier this year they explored about to balance perfection vs progress in the world of security - amongst other thing 😉 🔍 Perfection vs. Progress: Are we making perfection the enemy of good in security? Instead of moving quickly to address 70% of our vulnerabilities, are we delaying action because we're stuck aiming for the elusive 100%? 🔧 Coverage Gaps: Despite the advanced tools at our disposal, breaches continue to happen. Why? It’s not always a technology problem—it’s often a coverage problem. Whether it's an overlooked AWS bucket or an exception made for a contractor, these gaps can lead to significant vulnerabilities. 👥 The Human Element: Security isn't just about technology; it’s about people and processes too. How do we ensure that as our teams scale and our environments become more complex, we don't lose track of the basics? 🚀 Embracing the Boring Basics: Sometimes, the most effective security measures are the simplest ones. Yet, we often overlook them in favor of more complex solutions. It's time to refocus on what really matters. 🛠️ Small steps can lead to big improvements—don’t wait for the perfect solution. 🧩 Coverage gaps are the silent threats—address them before they become headlines. 👥 Security is a team effort—ensure your processes are as robust as your tools. This was a great episode looking at the current state and future possibilities of AI Cybersecurity. We have linked the full episode in the comments below #cybersecurity #aisecurity #aicybersecurity