Aidan Knowles

Ethical Hacking Engineer, IBM

Aidan Knowles is an Ethical Hacking Engineer at IBM in Ireland. Specialized in delivering web application security insights, Aidan's role at IBM encompasses penetration testing, secure engineering and threat modelling. He is a regular participant at industry events as well as a frequent volunteer in cybersecurity education and awareness initiatives. Aidan holds a BA in Journalism from the Dublin Institute of Technology and a MSc in Computer Science from University College Dublin.

Written By Aidan Knowles

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Behind the Scenes at a Capture the Flag (CTF) Competition

A CTF competition can help an IT expert, student or budding cybersecurity enthusiast develop new skills and knowledge in a safe, competitive environment.

December 8, 2016 | By Aidan Knowles

The key to establishing an overarching, standardized code of cybersecurity ethics is education and awareness. Students should be introduced to the rules and legal implications of hacking before they develop the skills required to work in the field.

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Tough Challenges in Cybersecurity Ethics

Without a standardized, consistent code of cybersecurity ethics, professionals throughout the industry struggle to distinguish right from wrong.

October 12, 2016 | By Aidan Knowles

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Hungry Hippos Meet Interactive Cyber Management at Black Hat USA 2016

A unique, interactive game at this year's Black Hat USA event will test players' ability to stay calm in a crisis, a key skill to have during a cyberattack

July 31, 2016 | By Aidan Knowles

Black-hat hackers may have a bad reputation, but there are many ways in which white-hat and gray-hat hackers can help identify vulnerabilities and enhance security within an organization. Leaders must understand how to leverage these experts.

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How Black Hats and White Hats Collaborate to Be Successful

There are many types of hackers, but under certain circumstances both black hats and white hats may collaborate to reach a common goal.

May 4, 2016 | By Aidan Knowles