

Hacker Heroes - Haroon Meer - PSW Vault
Dec 25, 2024
Haroon Meer, founder of Thinkst Applied Research, brings a wealth of cybersecurity knowledge to the discussion. He reflects on his journey from South Africa's tech landscape post-apartheid to innovative product development in security. The conversation explores the practical applications of honeypots, the need for a customer-centric culture, and the shortcomings of current EDR solutions. With humorous anecdotes from his university days, Haroon emphasizes simplifying cybersecurity processes and enhancing user experiences through tools like Canary Tokens.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Navigating Technology in a Post-Apartheid South Africa
01:49 • 2min
Nostalgia for 90s University Life
03:32 • 4min
From Pen Testing to Product Innovation
07:06 • 26min
Innovating Cybersecurity: The Honeypot Approach
32:48 • 23min
Customer-Centric Culture and EDR Challenges
56:04 • 7min
Balancing Quality and Marketing
01:02:43 • 8min
Enhancing Security with Canaries: Growth and Innovation
01:10:52 • 6min