Wirefall

Update: 2024-02-02

Description

Wirefall is an Air Force veteran and cybersecurity expert. Wirefall shares his journey into hacking, from his early days of electronics tinkering to his career in security consulting. He also discusses the founding of the Dallas Hackers Association and the importance of community in the cybersecurity field. Wirefall explores the evolving cyber threat landscape and the potential impact of AI on hacking. Plus, he reveals how his newfound passion for improv has helped him overcome fear and become a better communicator.

TIMESTAMPS:
0:03:37 - Wirefall’s early exposure to technology and computers
0:06:06 - How Wirefall started hacking and manipulating computer systems
0:10:50 - Wirefall’s curiosity about the World Wide Web and exploration of the internet
0:12:40 - Transitioning from a network technician to a security consultant during the dot-com boom
0:14:23 - The need for security on the enterprise level and the awareness of professionals
0:19:31 - The desire for a different format of talks at local cybersecurity groups
0:23:11 - The meetup is held at encore family karaoke
0:28:26 - The threat landscape has remained similar over the years
0:30:22 - Wirefall’s transformation and interest in AI and machine learning
0:35:19 - Wirefall’s experience with improv and its parallels to hacking
0:41:33 - Improv helps with pivoting and redirecting
0:47:46 - Finding Wirefall on social media

SYMLINKS
Twitter: @DHAhole
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wirefall/
Telesploit: https://www.telesploit.com/
DHA (Dallas Hackers Association): https://www.meetup.com/dallas-hackers-association/
DC214:https://www.meetup.com/dc214dfw/

DRINK INSTRUCTION
Lone Ranger
1 1/2 oz Blanco Tequila
3/4 oz Freah Lemon Juice
1/2 oz Simple Syrup
2 oz Sparkling Wine
Lemon Twist
Fill a shaker with ice. Add in tequila. lemon juice and simple syrup. Shake well and then strain into an ice filled glass. Top with sparkling wine. Optionally garnish with a lime twist.