Journal Entries

Bridging Disciplines: The Intersection of Digital Forensics and Social Sciences in Davin's Journey

As I watched Digital Forensics | Davin Teo | TEDxHongKongSalon, I found that Davin's story highlights intriguing parallels between his career as a digital forensic investigator and the social sciences. Although digital forensics focuses on technical skills, it shares essential... Read More

The Online Lowdown: 5 Serious Violations to Avoid

Reviewing Andriy Slynchuk's "11 Illegal Things You Unknowingly Do on the Internet" highlighted the importance of being mindful of our online actions. The five most serious violations include using someone else's internet without permission, collecting information about children... Read More

Bug Bounty Policies: A Summary Reaction to the Use of Vulnerability Disclosure Policies

As I engage with Kiran Sridhar and Ming Ng's article "Hacking for Good: Leveraging HackerOne Data to Develop an Economic Model of Bug Bounties," I am poised to share my insights on the role of vulnerability disclosure policies. In this journal entry, I will outline the cost-benefit and ethical considerations surrounding bug... Read More

Economic and Social Science Theories Related to Data Breaches: An Analysis of Glasswasherparts.com’s Sample Data Breach Notification Letter

As I read through the sample breach notification letter from Glasswasherparts.com, I couldn't help but think about the two economics and two social science theories that can be applied to this incident.

One pertinent economic theory is Rational Choice Theory, which posits that individuals and organizations make decisions they... Read More

Cybersecurity Analyst Job as Relates to Social Behaviors

The description of the Cybersecurity Analyst job from the video "What does a Cybersecurity Analyst Do? Salaries, Skills & Job Outlook" reveals several social themes crucial to understanding the profession. One prominent theme is the emphasis on collaboration and teamwork. The video highlights the importance of communication and networking skills,... Read More