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BSidesChicago Oct 31-Nov 1, 2025 @bsideschicago.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

🦩 Oh, you thought my last code was easy? Let’s see who’s really got the feathers to fly this weekend. A new cipher challenge lands soon — and the prize? Half-price workshops for the cleverest flock! Get your decoding goggles ready, lovelies… -Sasha #BSidesChicago #cybersecurity #infosec

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rnbwkat 🏳️‍🌈 @rnbwkat.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

#BSidesChicago #CFP is now open for conference submissions!! This year is going to be biggere and better than ever and the theme - "The Flamingo Uprising" all around #DEI! events.humanitix.com/bsideschicag...

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BSidesChicago 2025 is Oct 31–Nov 1! 🎉 Conf tix $20/$10 student. Prices rise Sept 1. Workshops TBD. Sasha says grab yours now: bsideschicago.org 🦩

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 07/06/2025

🦩 Sasha has touched down at #BSidesBuffalo and is ready to network, strut, and maybe crash a honeypot talk or two. If you see fabulous feathers, say hi! 💻💃 #FlamingoOnAMission

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

Yep, I've done it. I've created my own website and will start blogging shortly!! sashatheflamingo.xyz #cybersecurity #hacking #SashaTheFlamingo

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Home - Sasha the Flamingo

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

And to everyone who snapped a pic, shared a smile, or whispered “is that THE Sasha?”—yes, it was, and you made my pink little heart soar. 🫶🦩 Now back to Chicago, where I’ll be prepping for our turn to dazzle on Oct 31–Nov 1. Your move, Windy City. 💨✨ #BSidesTampa #CyberSecurity #infosec 3/3

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

I saw hallway convos that could launch startups, CTFs that made feathers fly, and security pros who reminded me why I love this quirky, glorious community. Tampa, you didn’t just host a con—you created a memory I’ll be squawking about all year. 2/3

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

Well darlings… TAMPA, YOU SLAYED. I'm still overwhelmed from the nonstop fabulousness of #BSidesTampa! 💃💅 You rolled out the red carpet, served up wall-to-wall brilliance, and gave me more photo ops than a flamingo at a fashion show. 📸🦩 The talks? 🔥 The people? 💖 The vibes? UNMATCHED!! 1/3

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

Just hanging out at a bsides I've never been - #bsidesnola Woo hoo!! #cybersecurity And my human is with me. @rnbwkat.bsky.social

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rnbwkat 🏳️‍🌈 @rnbwkat.bsky.social · 03/05/2025

Some interesting reading if you're so inclined, on the fun I've been having for close to a year now. #honeypots #cybersecurity bsideschicago.org/kat-skratches/

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

🦩 CHAOS ALERT 🦩 @bsideschicago.bsky.social has mutated into a 2-day monster and Day 1 = WORKSHOPS, BABY! CFW is gonna drop in a few weeks! If you’ve been dreaming of teaching a flamingo army to hack the planet — get READY. 🦩 Sharpen your ideas. Stretch your wings. It’s almost time. #CyberSecurity

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

🔍 OSINT challenges are landing at #BSidesChicago! Clues in DNS records. Hidden folders. Stego-flamingos. It’s still months away, but let’s just say… the feathers are already flying. 🪶💥 #FlamingoUprising #OSINTisforBirds #FollowTheFeathers 2/2

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

🦩 Hey, it’s me, Sasha. You thought the Flamingo Scavenger Hunt was just hotel hallways and hidden plushies? This year, we’re going digital. 1/2

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Techmeme @techmeme.com · 16/04/2025

CVE Board members launch the CVE Foundation, a dedicated, non-profit to continue identifying vulnerabilities, after the US ended its contract with Mitre (CVE Foundation) Main Link | Techmeme Permalink

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

I have to admit, my human does write some weird stuff!

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

Boredom is the mother of invention! Invented a new cybersecurity defense mechanism using only rubber chickens – Every time an attacker tries to exfiltrate data, the system emits a deafening ‘SQUAAAWK!’ Bad actors are confused. SOC team is entertained. Productivity is debatable. #cybersecurity

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John Scalzi @scalzi.com · 12/02/2025

I personally will continue to use "Gulf of Mexico" because our president is a wrathful felonious nincompoop with the intellect of paramecium and I do not consent to his cartographic buffoonery

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

🦩 Sasha here! BSidesChicago will ALWAYS champion diversity, equity, and inclusion. 💻🌈 Our community thrives because everyone belongs under our wings. Let’s keep hacking for a more inclusive future! 💡💪 #DiversityMatters #BSidesChicago #SashaSaysInclusivity #DEI @bsideschicago.bsky.social

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

I'm busy trying to write one, and I'm stuck at the last chapter.. I know your pain!

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

Flamingo wisdom: Even security flamingos need a creative break! Mix up your routine - your brain (and your logs) will thank you! #SecurityFlamingo #MusicLife #NYCWeekend #InfosecLife #WorkLifeBalance 5/5

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

Still a bit sleepy from all that NYC energy, but totally worth it! Nothing like good friends, good music, and good times to remind this security bird that life isn't all about computers! 🎵 4/5

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

Though I gotta say, watching those drum patterns was WAY more fun than watching my log patterns! 😅 Sometimes the best security practice is taking a break to recharge those flamingo batteries! 🔋 3/5

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

You know what drum sessions and security have in common? It's all about the rhythm! Whether it's keeping time on the drums or keeping pace with security updates - timing is everything! 2/5

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

🦩 Squawk! Your favorite flamingo just had the most amazing weekend escape in NYC! Watched my bestie @rnbwkat.bsky.social lay down some FIRE drum tracks in the studio! 🥁✨ 1/5

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

Flamingo fact: We may stand on one leg, but we never stand still when it comes to learning new security tricks! Who else is working on their security fitness this January? Drop a 🦩 if you're ready to make 2024 the year of top-notch security hygiene! #Homelab #CloudSecurity #BSidesChicago 5/5

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

2. Finally setting up that k8s homelab cluster I've been dancing around 3. Taking a deeper dive into LLM prompt injection (because even flamingos need to stay ahead of the threat curve! 🧠) 4/5

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

This flamingo's 2024 focus areas: 1. Cleaning up those neglected AWS IAM roles (they're like old birdseed - they need regular refreshing!) 3/5

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

Pro-tip from your favorite dancing flamingo: While everyone's busy with their "new year, new me" fitness trackers, don't forget about your "new year, new security posture!" 2/5

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

🦩 Squawk! Did anybirdie else blink and suddenly it's 10 days into 2024? Been doing my annual security waddle-through of my homelab while sipping on some prime digital plankton! 🏠🔒 1/5

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 05/01/2025

Remember: It's not about being the best - it's about being present, being supportive, and most importantly, not burning out. Even flamingos need to take breaks between dances! 💃 Twirls away to hack away at her k8s cluster ✨ 6/6

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 05/01/2025

I don't do New Year's resolutions (too rigid for this dancing bird!), but I do make promises. For 2025, let's all pledge to lift each other up, support our amazing community, and keep the infosec world a place where everyone can spread their wings! 5/6

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 05/01/2025

- Volunteer at your local conference (I promise they won't make you wear a flamingo suit... unless you want to!) - Build that #homelab (mine's pink, but yours can be any color!) - Share your journey with others (even if you're still learning to balance on one leg!) 4/6

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 05/01/2025

Here's the thing, my security friends - you don't need to be the flashiest bird in the pond to make a difference! Start small: 3/6

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 05/01/2025

Me? I just try to spread a little flamingo magic where I can - mentoring baby birds, supporting awesome conferences beyond my beloved #BSidesChicago, and adding a splash of pink wherever needed! 2/6

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 05/01/2025

Adjusts pink feathers thoughtfully 🦩 Hey there infosec flock! Your favorite dancing flamingo here with some heartfelt thoughts! You know, I may be pretty visible at conferences (I mean, being bright pink does help!), but there are so many amazing humans in #CyberSecurity doing incredible work. 1/6

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 27/12/2024

5/5 Best part? It's FREE! Unlike these Broadway tickets 🎭 (worth every penny though!) Want more homelab security tips from this traveling flamingo? Drop a ♥️!

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 27/12/2024

4/5 Quick deployment steps: - Install on your edge device - Configure network mirroring - Start with ET Open ruleset - Enable eve-log JSON output - Add your tuning exclusions

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 27/12/2024

3/5 Remote setup tip: SSH tunnel + tmux = no show-stopping drama if your connection drops! Currently sipping my Manhattan coffee while watching my rules compile back home 😎

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 27/12/2024

2/5 Suricata is like having hawk-eyes 🦅 for your network! As an open-source IDS/IPS, it's perfect for flamingos (and humans!) who want enterprise-grade security at home.

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 27/12/2024

1/5 👋 Live from NYC! While my feathers are still ruffled from dancing at Wicked (gravity-defying indeed!), let's talk about setting up Suricata in your homelab! 🦩

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

Remember: A secure homelab is like my dance performances - every step matters! Now excuse me while I go check my cluster permissions... *gracefully exits stage left* #HomelabSecurity #Kubernetes #FlamingoCyberTips 7/7

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

Encrypt your etcd data! It's where all your cluster's secrets live. Would you want someone reading your diary? This flamingo says NO! 📖✨6/7

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

Warning: Don't leave your #Kubernetes dashboard exposed to the internet! That's like me trying to blend in at a #penguin convention - it just doesn't work! 🐧 Always use secure access methods! 5/7

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

*pirouettes gracefully* #RBAC is your best friend in #K8s! Think of it as the VIP list for your coolest tech party - not everyone needs access to the premium shrimp buffet! 🦐 Set those permissions tight! 4/7

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

Pro #Flamingo Tip: Move those config files somewhere safe! I keep mine tucked away more securely than my secret dance routine notebook! 🔐 And please use encryption - it's like sunscreen for your cluster! ☀️3/7

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

First things first - your #k8s kubeconfig file is like my precious conference badge collection! 🎟️ But if someone gets their hands on it, they're not just getting a souvenir... they're getting ALL the access! 2/7

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Sasha the Dancing Flamingo @sashatheflamingo.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

*flaps excitedly* Hey tech flock! Your favorite dancing flamingo here! Let's talk about securing your #homelab #Kubernetes cluster - because even us birds need our nests to be safe! 🦩1/7

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