The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source Attack of the Canaries! (Interview)
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Sep 13, 2023 Haroon Meer, co-founder of Thinkst and creator of innovative security solutions like Canary and Canary Tokens, discusses the nuances of network security. He elaborates on deploying canaries to detect real-time attacks while minimizing false positives. Haroon shares valuable insights into the development of canary tokens as proactive measures against cyber intrusions. He also touches on the balance of innovation and user experience, navigating funding challenges in tech entrepreneurship, and the importance of ethical practices to build customer loyalty.
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Canary Network Security
- Haroon Meer, from Thinkst, shared how their security product, Canary, helps detect network breaches.
- It uses deceptive techniques, like mimicking real devices, to lure attackers and alert security teams.
Canary Footprints
- Canaries act as standalone machines, mimicking specific devices like Cisco routers or Windows servers.
- They provide high-signal alerts, minimizing noise so security teams can focus on real threats.
Canary Deployment Strategy
- Deploy canaries liberally; their effectiveness lies in their simplicity and ubiquity.
- Whether they blend in or stick out, attackers will investigate, triggering alerts.