Awareness Sessions

When we talk about hackers, we’re referring to individuals who can manipulate technology in ways it wasn’t originally intended. Cybercriminals exploit these “features” for malicious purposes, while ethical hackers leverage them to secure systems and protect the world—or sometimes just to see what’s possible.

By understanding the hidden functionalities and quirks in technology, we can better comprehend how criminals might abuse these features. More importantly, we can use this awareness to protect ourselves from becoming victims. But how do we apply this mindset to cybersecurity?

That’s exactly what we’ll explore in this engaging and interactive session.

What You'll Learn:

This session will take attendees—fellow “hackers”—into the world of hacking. It will showcase just how simple it can be to exploit weaknesses, explain the root causes of these vulnerabilities, and provide actionable insights on how to protect yourself and your organization.

Through live hacking demonstrations and a series of engaging discussions, you’ll learn how to adopt the mindset of a hacker in order to defend against cyber threats. Whether you’re new to cybersecurity or a seasoned pro, this session will open your eyes to the ways both criminals and defenders operate.

Session Overview:

This presentation can be tailored to fit your needs, ranging from 30 minutes to 2 hours. The format is active and engaging, ensuring a hands-on learning experience.

Agenda:

• Introduction: Overview of the session and a basic understanding of the current security landscape.

• Hacking in General: Explore the world of hacking and the hacker mindset. Learn why hackers think in terms of “features” and how these ideas are mapped over time and space. Real-life hacking demonstrations to capture the attention and imagination of participants.

• The Criminal Chain Today: Learn how cybercriminals exploit these “features” for financial gain, particularly through mechanisms like ransomware. Understand the broader criminal ecosystem and how these attacks work.

• Hacking the Future: If we can anticipate future threats, we can secure against them today. Understand how concepts like Zero Trust fit (not as a solution but as inspiration) into this proactive defense strategy.

• How to Protect Yourself: Prevention starts with knowing your enemy. Learn how to be prepared for the methods and strategies used by cybercriminals, and how to apply a hacker’s mindset for defense.

• A Fun Hacking Exam: Test your newly acquired knowledge in a playful, interactive hacking exam. The top scorer will even receive a prize!

Why Attend?

This session is ideal for anyone interested in cybersecurity, ethical hacking, or simply understanding how to think like a hacker to defend against them. It’s perfect for individuals at all levels, from management teams to technical staff, offering insights into the real-world methods of hackers and actionable strategies to protect your systems.

Are you interested in this workshop / training? Please contact us on info@xmon.nl