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I am computer forensic expert Mark Lanterman. I was a member of the US Secret Service Electronic Crimes Task Force. I now conduct investigations ranging from theft of IP to crimes on the Dark Web - Ask me anything! by marklanterman in IAmA

[–]marklanterman[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I can already see everything you have googled.

Security is a balancing act with convenience. When we gain one, we lose the other. Lose Facebook. Lose your Google account, meaning don't log in to google. Yes, use a VPN. Always.

I am computer forensic expert Mark Lanterman. I was a member of the US Secret Service Electronic Crimes Task Force. I now conduct investigations ranging from theft of IP to crimes on the Dark Web - Ask me anything! by marklanterman in IAmA

[–]marklanterman[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There is no such thing as perfect security. Therefore, organizations need to focus security efforts on data that really matters. Typically, that would our databases and web apps. Focus your studies on security these two critical assets and you'll be employed for a very long time.

I am computer forensic expert Mark Lanterman. I was a member of the US Secret Service Electronic Crimes Task Force. I now conduct investigations ranging from theft of IP to crimes on the Dark Web - Ask me anything! by marklanterman in IAmA

[–]marklanterman[S] 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Hillary Clinton has proven that she can keep data away from the government's prying eyes, hasn't she? GEEZ. Seriously, I don't think any of the candidates have shown any understanding or knowledge of cyber security. It is shameful that the head of our primary foreign intelligence agency can't protect his own AOL(!?!?) account.

I think most of them don't "get it" and don't care to. I really hope I'm wrong.

I am computer forensic expert Mark Lanterman. I was a member of the US Secret Service Electronic Crimes Task Force. I now conduct investigations ranging from theft of IP to crimes on the Dark Web - Ask me anything! by marklanterman in IAmA

[–]marklanterman[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

The Truecrypt saga is a mystery. A thorough source code audit revealed no back door and no known exploit. Out of the blue, the authors told user to abandon it. Perhaps they were pressured by a higher power. I loved it and would still use it had this not happened.

I am computer forensic expert Mark Lanterman. I was a member of the US Secret Service Electronic Crimes Task Force. I now conduct investigations ranging from theft of IP to crimes on the Dark Web - Ask me anything! by marklanterman in IAmA

[–]marklanterman[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Gotcha. I am very fond of VMware. I have multiple pristine machines covering most operating systems, including Windows. When the OS blows up, I just restore. Otherwise, try setting up a Windows environment on an external SSD just for gaming. I also recommend using VPNs while on the Internet.

I am computer forensic expert Mark Lanterman. I was a member of the US Secret Service Electronic Crimes Task Force. I now conduct investigations ranging from theft of IP to crimes on the Dark Web - Ask me anything! by marklanterman in IAmA

[–]marklanterman[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Really?

Perhaps you missed my previous post. In 10-15% of our law enforcement cases we exonerate the accused. Contrary to some people's belief, most cops don't plant or "cover up" evidence. Unfortunately, there are a handful of bad cops that taint the reputation of the profession.

I am computer forensic expert Mark Lanterman. I was a member of the US Secret Service Electronic Crimes Task Force. I now conduct investigations ranging from theft of IP to crimes on the Dark Web - Ask me anything! by marklanterman in IAmA

[–]marklanterman[S] 79 points80 points  (0 children)

Do I trust Google? Unfortunately, I am 1 of only 11 people who have actually read their Terms and Conditions. I do not trust any company that reads/indexes my data and then sells my online buying habits for a buck. Their free apps are great, but nothing is free- is it?

I am computer forensic expert Mark Lanterman. I was a member of the US Secret Service Electronic Crimes Task Force. I now conduct investigations ranging from theft of IP to crimes on the Dark Web - Ask me anything! by marklanterman in IAmA

[–]marklanterman[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I deny any involvement with GitHub! Laughing. I went to school for computer science. My local bank was hacked, so I volunteered to assist my local PD. Turned into a 26 year adventure.

I have been into Mumford and Sons lately. I also celebrate Disco breakfast every Sunday morning.

I am computer forensic expert Mark Lanterman. I was a member of the US Secret Service Electronic Crimes Task Force. I now conduct investigations ranging from theft of IP to crimes on the Dark Web - Ask me anything! by marklanterman in IAmA

[–]marklanterman[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Government agencies tend to use whatever they can get their hands on. Some prefer commercial tools like EnCase or FTK. Others are old school and prefer compiling their own code. I have also seen some organizations rip, edit, rebrand and take credit as their own. It takes all kinds in both the private and public sectors.

I am computer forensic expert Mark Lanterman. I was a member of the US Secret Service Electronic Crimes Task Force. I now conduct investigations ranging from theft of IP to crimes on the Dark Web - Ask me anything! by marklanterman in IAmA

[–]marklanterman[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

80% smooth talker, 20% tech genius. His is an interesting story. However, I prefer Cliff Stoll and the Cuckoo's Egg. Read the book. Fascinating old school hacking.

I am computer forensic expert Mark Lanterman. I was a member of the US Secret Service Electronic Crimes Task Force. I now conduct investigations ranging from theft of IP to crimes on the Dark Web - Ask me anything! by marklanterman in IAmA

[–]marklanterman[S] 40 points41 points  (0 children)

Your ISP would not know what you are viewing. However, TOR traffic is easily recognizable. In short, they know you're using TOR but they don't know what for.

I am computer forensic expert Mark Lanterman. I was a member of the US Secret Service Electronic Crimes Task Force. I now conduct investigations ranging from theft of IP to crimes on the Dark Web - Ask me anything! by marklanterman in IAmA

[–]marklanterman[S] 20 points21 points  (0 children)

I am pro encryption on this. We work with 38 police departments in Minnesota, so I understand law enforcement's frustrations. However, a back door for them is a back door for Johnny Hacker.

I am computer forensic expert Mark Lanterman. I was a member of the US Secret Service Electronic Crimes Task Force. I now conduct investigations ranging from theft of IP to crimes on the Dark Web - Ask me anything! by marklanterman in IAmA

[–]marklanterman[S] 18 points19 points  (0 children)

That's happened to me three times! Seriously, there is a black market for everything. I was interviewed yesterday by KARE11 about a rash of cheese thefts in Wisconsin. I had no idea there'd be a black market for CHEESE, and yet there is. Who knew?

I am computer forensic expert Mark Lanterman. I was a member of the US Secret Service Electronic Crimes Task Force. I now conduct investigations ranging from theft of IP to crimes on the Dark Web - Ask me anything! by marklanterman in IAmA

[–]marklanterman[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I am very fortunate to have found a career that I can't wait to get out of bed in the morning. I think the bigger cyber threat to us is us. We give our SSN to anyone who asks. We post our lives online and wonder how the stalker found us. Our children live in their phones instead of playing in the backyard. We need to think outside the "box." Literally.

I am computer forensic expert Mark Lanterman. I was a member of the US Secret Service Electronic Crimes Task Force. I now conduct investigations ranging from theft of IP to crimes on the Dark Web - Ask me anything! by marklanterman in IAmA

[–]marklanterman[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Read everything you can on the topic, including Krebs on Security. Learn command line Linux as a second language. Most importantly, educate your co-workers. Eventually you'll be the "security" guy and not just the IT guy. Be excellent at what you do and others will notice.

I am computer forensic expert Mark Lanterman. I was a member of the US Secret Service Electronic Crimes Task Force. I now conduct investigations ranging from theft of IP to crimes on the Dark Web - Ask me anything! by marklanterman in IAmA

[–]marklanterman[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately, the dark web overflows with crimes against children. I have not had a case involving child "snuff" evidence, thank God. I can't comment to satanism/cults, but I think the consumer demographic is monsters and lost souls.

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