7.12 - CactusCon: A Succulent Security Event

In this episode, Geoff and Skyler talk with TrustedSec Security Consultants Whitney Phillips and Justin Bollinger about their recent presentations and experiences at CactusCon in Mesa, Arizona. Justin delves deep into the complexities surrounding the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) identification process and bug bounty programs, highlighting key challenges security researchers face. Whitney shares her expertise on crafting and delivering impactful conference presentations, offering valuable insights into preparation, audience engagement techniques, and managing presentation anxiety. Both consultants provide their unique perspectives on the conference highlights, including notable keynotes, networking opportunities, and emerging security trends discussed at this prominent Southwest cybersecurity event. About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation about the infosec topics that interest them the most. Hack the planet! Find more cybersecurity resources on our website at https://trustedsec.com/resources.

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