Navigating Trust and TLP in Cybersecurity

This chapter examines the complexities and challenges of sharing sensitive information under the Traffic Light Protocol (TLP), focusing on the implications of overclassification and trust issues. It discusses the dynamics between researchers and the FBI, emphasizing the need for clear communication to foster collaboration. Additionally, the chapter analyzes the controversial practices of hacker-for-hire companies and the implications of legal challenges facing investigative journalism in the cybersecurity landscape.