The Exploit

Notes from the Front Lines of Penetration Testing

Ryan Chaplin

Ryan, OSCP, has performed penetration testing services for clients across a variety of industries from hospitals to non-profits to S&P 500 companies. He has been awarded for his work from numerous companies including NASA JPL. Prior to working in Offensive Security his work focused on the intersection of Software Development, Digital Marketing, and Security. He also enjoys playing basketball, reading, the arts, and watching way too much Netflix.

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