Explore the legal landscape of anti-hacking laws in this 59-minute Black Hat USA 2013 conference talk. Gain insights into the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA), its broad language, and severe penalties. Examine notable legal precedents relevant to the infosec community, including cases on port scanning, website terms of use violations, and bypassing technical access controls. Delve into the prosecution of Andrew Auernheimer (Weev) and its implications for security researchers. Learn strategies to reduce potential legal risks, understand the state of the law, and navigate ethical considerations in information security. Discuss topics such as unauthorized access, public disclosure, professional conduct, open WiFi, DMCA exceptions, and active defense measures.
What Security Researchers Need to Know About Anti-Hacking Law