Bernie Garnell
Hi, I'm Bernie - you might know me from the AUT cybersecurity club or AKL ISIG. I'm quite new to the industry, having only graduated in August 2024. I'm a cybersecurity consultant by day and a roast kumara vendor by night :) A few years back, I was cyberstalked, and I became somewhat obsessed with stalking myself to ensure I understood my digital footprint.
Session
I’ll be sharing my story of being cyberstalked — luckily for me (and now, for you), my stalker was pretty bad at it. That meant I was able to collect evidence, piece together what was happening, and now I get to share it with the world.
This session aims to raise awareness about a topic that often goes undiscussed, along with some cyber safety tips, and a touch of humour to make sense of a scary situation. I’ll walk you through how things escalated and what I did to protect myself. Expect some laughs and real-world advice to help you and your loved ones stay safer online.