Bad Quote by Tim Cook
“National security always matters, obviously. But the reality is that if you have an open door in your software for the good guys, the bad guys get in there, too.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Apple WWDC 2020 Keynote, 2020
Open access in software benefits both defenders and attackers, so security must be prioritized.
In simple terms: Security openness lets attackers in too.
Key Takeaway
Secure every entry point.
Themes
security
software
risk
trust
Mood
cautious
serious
Type
advisory
pragmatic
When to use this quote
- software development
- IT infrastructure
- cloud services
- IoT devices
Key Concepts
cybersecurity
defense
vulnerability
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance openness and protection?
- What controls reduce attacker entry?
A Different Perspective
Security measures can’t guarantee absolute safety.
