This security nihilism is probably the most relatable sentiment I’ve seen on HN in a while.
replyIs it still nihilism if you ran a proper risk assessment first?
replyIt’s nihilism if you didn’t run a risk assessment at all because you know you’re already pwned.
replyWhat if, as a result of a risk assessment, I've learned that I'm already pwned? Nihilism or rationalism?
replyThat’s the rationalism to nihilism pipeline in action.
replyIt does make a difference.
replyThe price of carelssness is too high of an irreversible lesson.