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John Mallory, a member of BKD’s Forensics & Valuation Services group, specializes in the practical applications of computer orensics and network security. He works as a consulting expert in a wide range of litigation matters, providing assistance with electronic discovery requests, deposition questions and clarification of technology issues.
He also works with businesses and attorneys in addressing risks associated with electronic data, including consultation with respect to disclosure and preservation obligations. John has experience in a variety of case types, including wrongful death, labor and employment issues, theft of trade secrets and fraud. In addition, he has conducted numerous computer forensics examinations of laptop and desktop computers as well as BlackBerry handheld devices.
A nationally recognized public speaker in the area of computer forensics and network security, John has developed continuing legal education programs for the legal community, as well as accredited programs for law enforcement around the country. His unique background as an entertainer, investigator and information technologies specialist has enabled him to develop a series of programs that are both highly informative and entertaining. He keeps up with current trends and issues which makes him an excellent resource for those facing technology challenges. John is currently a co-instructor in computer forensics at Johnson County Community College, Overland Park, Kansas, and past adjunct professor at University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg.
John is an active member of the High Technology Crime Investigation Association, and has served two terms as the local chapter president. He is a contributing editor of Security Technology Executive magazine with more than 35 published articles on security-related topics. John is co-author of the book Hardening Network Security, McGraw-Hill/Osborne, First Edition 2005. He also has appeared on CNN’s NewsNight with Aaron Brown and the show Next@CNN hosted by Daniel Sieberg.
John is a 1980 graduate of University of Tampa, Florida, with a B.S. degree in marine science and biology.
Topic
Since computers are utilized by nearly everyone to create, store and transmit data, it is important for businesses to understand some of the issues posed by the prevalence of digital information. Proprietary information can be disseminated to competitors with the click of a mouse. Employees can collect trade secrets and use them as a bargaining tool when negotiating a salary with their next employer. Those intent on fraudulent activities can easily take advantage of networked systems to access and modify financial, personnel and medical records. Few business professionals understand the threats to their information. This presentation shows how widely disseminated data can be, and why it is nearly impossible to maintain control of this information. Case studies are provided to demonstrate how employees have taken advantage of this lack of control to defraud their employers. Many different industries are addressed to show that this threat is not limited to a particular industry. Proactive mechanisms are discussed that may help protect information. Reactive mechanisms are also addressed, including the advantages of using computer forensics to investigate the inappropriate activities of employees.
Topics include:
- The prevalence of digital data, specifically how it often falls outside the control of most businesses and organizations.
- Detailed information on the mechanisms used by employees to steal proprietary information.
- Why computer forensics is such a valuable investigative tool.
- Why computer forensics is a cost effective tool during civil litigation
- “War Stories” - investigation of employee misconduct – theft of trade secrets, sexual harassment, fraud and embezzlement.
- Why this is not just an IT issue.
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