Module 9: Watch this video about a 12-year-old cyber security expert.  Pay attention to how he has embedded himself into the cybersecurity culture.  Also, pay attention to how the ideas of knowledge, technology, and secrecy relate to his expertise.  On the discussion board post an entry about how the video relates to something you read for this class – either from the readings or this module.

This video shocked me for many reasons. One reason is that a 12-year-old was able to manipulate a bear meant to connect family and turned malicious. Module 6 in classes briefly discussed trust with the web and this elaborates on how we trust free Wi-Fi or “cuddle bears” and that puts us at risk. This touched on the diverse cultures and inclusions discussed in class such as age and culture. Cyber security is online and does not care who is on the other side. The CBS story also touches on motives previously discussed such as fun and boredom from module 5. The kids go and speak around the world and do it for their pleasure with no obligations.