Dawson Medin - Security Speaker and Author

Dawson Medin

Offensive Security Speaker & Writer

Conference Presentations

War Stories from an Attacker: Part 2

Iowa CyberCon X | 2025

A continuation of the highly-rated 2022 session, providing updated techniques, real-world engagement scenarios, and tactical advice for modern defenders.

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Password Hygiene & PAM

Iowa CyberCon VIII | 2023

An exploration of Privileged Access Management (PAM) from an offensive mindset. This session covers why tiered access is critical and how attackers exploit common configuration gaps.

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War Stories from an Attacker

Iowa CyberCon VIII | 2022

Compiling seven years of offensive security experience into actionable "war stories." Focused on common entry points and the defensive pivots that actually stop attackers.

Microsoft Told Me to Play Candy Crush at Work!

Iowa CyberCon VI | 2021

An analysis of how built-in Windows 10 applications and default settings can be leveraged by attackers to compromise enterprise endpoints.

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Vulnerability Management Best Practices

Iowa CyberCon V | 2020

Designing and executing a risk-based vulnerability management program that aligns with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

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Blog Articles & White Papers

6 Tips for Implementing PAM
Google Cloud / Mandiant | August 2023

Front-line observations and best practices for implementing Privileged Access Management in complex cloud and on-prem environments.

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The Attack Path is Paved with Good Intentions
ProCircular | June 2021

A white paper detailing how cybersecurity solutions can inadvertently introduce new vulnerabilities and expand an organization's attack surface.

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LLMNR & NBT-NS Spoofing
ProCircular | April 2019

A deep dive into legacy Windows protocol exploitation and how to properly remediate internal network spoofing vulnerabilities.

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Awards

2021 Corridor Business Journal Workforce Leader All Star Award

Awarded by ProCircular
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