Lecture Notes on Cybersecurity and Related Concepts

Key Concepts

• Exclusivity in Schools: Discussion around exclusivity in science programs at Lawson College.
• Cybersecurity Techniques:
  • Dumpster Diving: Searching through trash for confidential information.
  • Shoulder Surfing: Observing someone’s private information over their shoulder, often in public places.
  • SQL Injections: A code injection technique that exploits security vulnerabilities in an application's software.
  • Social Engineering: Manipulating people into divulging confidential information.
  • Brute Forcing: An attack method that involves trying numerous combinations to gain access to accounts.

Anecdotes and References

• Cultural References:
  • Mention of a nursery rhyme: "Three men in a tub and who do you think they'd be? The butcher, the baker, the candlestick maker."
  • Refers to a humorous anecdote involving Dr. Pinar and a squirrel.

Individuals Mentioned

• Gregory Middleton: Reference to a colleague or student in connection with specific projects.
• Jeffrey Spy: Possibly discussing a case or individual in the context of cybersecurity.
• Names in Context:
  • Thrifty Friends
  • Actor Evans
  • Sputwell
  • Greg Fedor Pinar
  • Hachifaniri (possibly a cultural reference or term)

Summary

• The lecture touched on various aspects of cybersecurity and techniques used to breach security, interspersed with cultural references and anecdotes that add humor and relatability to the discussion.