Jamie Woodruff

PROFILE

In his late 20s, Jamie Woodruff is one of the world’s leading authorities on hacking and cyber security.

Woodruff entered the public eye when he successfully hacked Facebook as part of a student competition at Bangor University where he was studying computer information systems. He has since uncovered security holes in numerous high-profile operations, including Kim Kardashian’s website, which he hacked to reveal that it was putting her fans’ data at serious risk.

He is currently Chief technology Officer of an IT Support and Security specialist company in the UK. They specialise in training, cloud solutions, penetration testing and support schools with a full range of IT. He is also the cyber safety advisor for the Cyber Smile Foundation which specialises in online cyber bullying.

Jamie Woodruff talks about the importance of system and network security and is known for disclosing world-wide exploits and vulnerabilities within leading security applications such as Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Apple and Google. He finds existing exploits by infiltrating the companies in question. He demonstrated this by impersonating a Domino’s pizza delivery boy at a large financial institution and gaining access to their server room via pick-locking. All carried out under fully authorised, ethical penetration testing.

Woodruff is now also focusing on AI Security strategy and Development.

TOPICS

BUILDING A HUMAN FIREWALL

Jamie Woodruff reveals how hackers exploit human psychology to breach security by demonstrating social engineering techniques and offering essential tips to protect against these threats. He teaches employees how to spot potential social engineering attacks by providing practical advice on identifying suspicious emails, phone calls, and interactions. This training empowers employees to recognize and respond appropriately to various social engineering tactics, thereby strengthening the organization’s overall security posture.

THE NEW FRONTIER OF CYBER THREATS

Jamie Woodruff explores the evolving cybersecurity landscape, highlighting AI-driven risks and IoT vulnerabilities, and stressing the need for proactive, robust measures to combat future cyber threats. He shares how artificial intelligence is being used by hackers to enhance cyber attacks, while also discussing the dual role of AI in both threatening and defending cybersecurity.

UNDERSTANDING REAL-WORLD CYBER THREATS WITH LIVE HACK DEMONSTRATION

Jamie Woodruff can engage corporate audiences with live hack demonstrations, showcasing real-world cyber threats by accessing unsecured devices, manipulating systems, and demonstrating social engineering techniques. He will highlight the ease with which systems can be compromised and emphasize the importance of robust security measures. By breaking down the methods and tools used in these live hacks, Jamie provides an analysis of the hacking process, identifying common vulnerabilities and offering practical advice on how to address them. His demonstrations underscore the need for strong security practices and effective incident response strategies, encouraging organizations to foster a cybersecurity-first culture and utilize the latest technological safeguards to prevent breaches.