nullcon Goa 2017 - When Enough Is Enough: The Limits Of Desirable Security by Karsten Nohl

This talk features Karsten Nohl, a cryptographer and security researcher with a decade of impactful security research and experience as a risk manager. He reflects on the complexities of pushing a data security agenda, emphasizing that while robust IT security is critical for organizations of all sizes to maintain system availability and protect brand reputation, excessive security measures can hinder productivity and innovation. The session explores the delicate balance between security and innovation, illustrating how certain hacking research can inadvertently create fear that outweighs the benefits of enhanced security. Through this discussion, Nohl challenges the notion that more security is always better, prompting a reevaluation of current security practices.