This article argues that the common understanding of "unknown unknowns" in cybersecurity is flawed. It proposes a revised model that incorporates time and awareness, emphasizing that true unknowns are unpredictable due to a lack of awareness, not inherent unknowability. This model highlights the importance of understanding past knowledge and present awareness for predicting future threats.
Share this post
Breaking the habit of talking about…
Share this post
This article argues that the common understanding of "unknown unknowns" in cybersecurity is flawed. It proposes a revised model that incorporates time and awareness, emphasizing that true unknowns are unpredictable due to a lack of awareness, not inherent unknowability. This model highlights the importance of understanding past knowledge and present awareness for predicting future threats.