The document is a comprehensive guide on vulnerability assessments (VAs), covering their purpose, execution, and the importance of critical thinking in the process. It discusses various aspects such as security culture, insider threats, and common reasoning errors in security practices. The content is structured into chapters that delve into specific topics, ultimately aimed at improving the effectiveness of VAs.

1. Vulnerability Assessment: The Missing Manual for the Missing Link
Contents
Introduction
Chapter 1 - What are VAs And What are They Not?
Chapter 2 - The Purpose of VAs
Chapter 3 - How to Do Effective VAs
Chapter 4 - Who Should Do the VA?
Chapter 5 - Brainstorming and Creativity in VAs
Chapter 6 - The VA Report
Chapter 7 - Cognitive Dissonance & Intellectual Humility
Chapter 8 - Sham Rigor & The Fear of VAs
Chapter 9 - Security Culture & Security Theater
Chapter 10 - Security Metrics, the Fallacy of Precision, & Marginal Analysis
Chapter 11 - Insider Threat Mitigation
Chapter 12 - Security Reasoning Errors
Chapter 13 - Attacks on Security Hardware
Chapter 14 - Other Security Tips
Appendix - Security Maxims
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