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Ryan Pullen |

TEDxUniversityofBristol

• April 2022

Is cybercrime getting easier? Cybersecurity expert Ryan Pullen dives into his work investigating massive digital breaches and testing security blindspots — which led to him gaining access to the software controls of a well-known building in London. Learn more about how cybercriminals exploit human vulnerabilities and hear the latest on how to recognize and protect yourself from scams.

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Is cybercrime getting easier? Cybersecurity expert Ryan Pullen dives into his work investigating massive digital breaches and testing security blindspots — which led to him gaining access to the software controls of a well-known building in London. Learn more about how cybercriminals exploit human vulnerabilities and hear the latest on how to recognize and protect yourself from scams.

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About the speaker

Cyber security leader

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Ryan Pullen is a respected figure in the cybersecurity community, having charted an unconventional path into the field, characterized by impactful experiences — from working with government agencies to managing offensive global cyber operations.

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This talk was presented to a local audience at TEDxUniversityofBristol, an independent event. TED's editors chose to feature it for you.

Read more about TEDx.

Listen to Restricted Access with Ryan Pullen and learn more about the world of defense, protection and cybersecurity.