Mind Hacks Exposed: 11 Ways to Engineer a Human Firewall
What if you could harness the same psychological tactics hackers use—only this time, for good? In this session, ethical hacker and AI innovator Joshua Crumbaugh reveals how behavioral science can turn your workforce into an active defense against phishing, social engineering, and other human-centric threats.
Drawing on real-world exploits (like strolling into bank vaults and NBA operations centers) and peer-reviewed research, Joshua will show you how to transform employees from ‚Äúweak links‚Äù into a resilient firewall. You’ll learn how gamification, just-in-time feedback, and a growth-oriented culture dramatically reduce risky clicks and keep users engaged. By tapping into social engineering for good, organizations can create a sustainable security posture‚Äîone that respects human psychology and fosters long-term behavioral change.
Whether you’re looking to shift organizational culture, motivate staff to adopt secure habits, or streamline user-centric training, these behavioral principles will guide you toward a simpler, more effective approach. Get ready to see how the right mix of psychology and technology can supercharge your security awareness program and set a new standard for user-driven defense.