The reaction of 63 Red to being named and shamed by a security researcher could set a dangerous precedent for the community and send a bad message. The researcher, who offers free security assessments, highlighted the risks of poorly built websites and applications, exposing the vulnerability of the new ad-hoc app recently launched by 63 Red.
The interviewee highlights the risks of poorly built websites and applications, and emphasizes the importance of secure website development. He also offers free security assessments to people and discusses the dangers of ad hoc security measures.
The podcast discusses how apps can be created using JavaScript and HTML5, which can run just like websites, with the example of an app similar to Yelp but for Donald Trump supporters.
The podcast discusses the importance of responsible disclosure in cybersecurity and the potentially negative consequences of not properly disclosing vulnerabilities.
The security researcher, who remains anonymous, found a vulnerability in the ProTrend app, which is aligned with the beliefs of Donald Trump. However, they mentioned that they would be willing to find vulnerabilities in other US American applications as well.