Protecting your digital self at Hacker Summer Camp

As we all prep for #HackerSummerCamp in Vegas next week [aka BlackHat / Defcon / B-Sides / QueerCon / Diana Initiative / etc.], spend some time reviewing this invaluable resource from the Electronic Frontier Foundation (eff.org) on protecting your personal digital security and privacy.

SURVEILLANCE SELF-DEFENSE

Here are some key takeaways:

1. Use encrypted messaging
2. Don't bring your RFID badges unless you absolutely need them. They can be read and copied from significant distances away
3. Disable Bluetooth and automatic connection to WiFi in public places
4. ENABLE MULTI-FACTOR AUTHENTICATION! Seriously, do it for every account you care about
5. Examine ATMs and credit card machines for skimmers
6. TRUST BUT VERIFY - be aware of social engineering in all your interactions
   • figure out a way to corroborate things people tell you or you read online
   • confirm someone is who they say they are, esp hotel security
   • never give out your password, pin, etc.
   • be careful about divulging personal facts that could be used in knowledge-based authentication

Be smart and look out for each other!