Veracode Webinar Examines Sony PlayStation Network Security Attack Vectors

May 23, 2011

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Session Led by Security Researcher Chris Lytle Will Address Speculation Associated with the Sony Breaches and Examine What the Attacks Mean for the Company and Gamers Going Forward

BURLINGTON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Veracode, Inc., provider of the world’s only independent cloud-based application risk management platform, today announced details of an upcoming webinar, “Musings on the Sony PlayStation Network Attack Vectors.” On May 26, Veracode’s Chris Lytle will work to break through the speculation, hone in on the most likely vulnerabilities exploited in the Sony breaches, and discuss what they mean for the company and gamers over the long term.


Who:				Chris Lytle, security researcher, Veracode

What:				Over the past few weeks there’s been a lot of speculation about the attacks on Sony’s PlayStation Network (PSN). To date, there has been little insightful discussion of how PSN was breached. As the story continues to unfold, and conjecture increases, what the breaches mean for Sony will be largely defined by how they happened.

				Based on his research and associated blog, “Possible PlayStation Network Attack Vectors,” Veracode’s Chris Lytle will explore the rumors in the marketplace and discuss the probable vs. possible attack vectors.

When:				Thursday, May 26 at 11:00 a.m. EDT and again at 2:00 p.m. EDT

How:				To attend the 11:00 a.m. EDT webinar, please visit:
				https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/479326544

				To attend the 2:00 p.m. EDT webinar, please visit:
				https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/928759120

About Veracode

Veracode is the only independent provider of cloud-based application intelligence and security verification services. The Veracode platform provides the fastest, most comprehensive solution to improve the security of internally developed, purchased or outsourced software applications and third-party components. By combining patented static, dynamic and manual testing, extensive eLearning capabilities, and advanced application analytics Veracode enables scalable, policy-driven application risk management programs that help identify and eradicate numerous vulnerabilities by leveraging best-in-class technologies from vulnerability scanning to penetration testing and static code analysis. Veracode delivers unbiased proof of application security to stakeholders across the software supply chain while supporting independent audit and compliance requirements for all applications no matter how they are deployed, via the web, mobile or in the cloud. Veracode works with customers in more than 80 countries worldwide including Global 2000 brands such as Barclays PLC and Computershare as well as the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). For more information, visit www.veracode.com, follow on Twitter: @Veracode or read the ZeroDay Labs blog.