Digital Deception

A critical examination of the foundational flaws that have led to the current cybersecurity crisis. This book takes a historical approach to understanding how short-term decision-making, driven by convenience and profit, compromised the long-term security of the internet. From the introduction of public access to secure networks to the widespread deception associated with Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), this book uncovers the decisions, both intentional and negligent, that have allowed cybers