Disclaimer

Last Updated: December 8, 2025

General Disclaimer

The information provided on Nine Lives, Zero Trust (“the Site”) is for general informational and educational purposes only. All content is provided in good faith, but I make no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness of any information on the Site.

Not Professional Advice

Security Advice Disclaimer

The content on this Site reflects general security principles, best practices, and the author’s professional experience. However, it is not a substitute for professional security consulting, assessment, or advisory services.

Every organization has unique:

Risk profiles and threat models
Regulatory and compliance requirements
Technical environments and constraints
Business objectives and resources

You should consult with qualified security professionals before implementing any security recommendations discussed on this Site in your specific environment.

No Legal Advice

Nothing on this Site constitutes legal advice. Content discussing compliance frameworks (NIST, CIS, CMMC, FedRAMP, GDPR, etc.) is provided for educational context only. Consult with qualified legal counsel for advice on legal and compliance matters.

No Financial Advice

Any discussion of security investments, tools, or vendor products does not constitute financial advice or product endorsements. Make purchasing decisions based on your own research and organizational needs.

Use at Your Own Risk

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE (including, without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits) arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this Site.

By using this Site, you acknowledge that:

Security implementations carry inherent risks
What works in one environment may not work in another
You are solely responsible for testing and validating any approaches before implementation
You assume all risk for actions taken based on information from this Site

Accuracy and Timeliness

Information May Be Outdated

Cybersecurity is a rapidly evolving field. Information that was accurate when published may become outdated due to:

New vulnerabilities and threats
Changes to products, services, or platforms
Updated standards and best practices
Vendor deprecations or changes
Evolving regulatory requirements

Always verify information against current official documentation before relying on it.

No Guarantee of Accuracy

While I strive for accuracy, I make no guarantees that information on this Site is:

Complete
Current
Free from errors
Applicable to your situation

If you find an error, please contact me and I’ll review and update as appropriate.

Views Expressed

Personal Opinions

The views and opinions expressed on this Site are those of Jerrad Dahlager personally and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any employer, client, or organization with which he is affiliated.

No Employer Endorsement

Content on this Site is not reviewed, approved, or endorsed by any employer or affiliated organization. Blog posts represent independent analysis and personal professional opinions.

Third-Party Content

External Links

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The inclusion of any link does not imply:

Endorsement or recommendation
Affiliation with the linked site
Verification of the linked content
Agreement with the views expressed

Visit external links at your own risk. I recommend reviewing the privacy policy and terms of use of any site you visit.

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Threat Feed Data

The Threat Feeds feature aggregates data from third-party sources including:

CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog
NIST National Vulnerability Database (NVD)

This data is provided “as-is” from these government sources. I make no representations about its accuracy, completeness, or timeliness. Always verify vulnerability information against official sources before taking action.

Code and Technical Examples

No Warranty

Code snippets, scripts, configurations, and technical examples are provided for educational purposes only. They are offered without warranty of any kind and may:

Contain bugs or errors
Not work in all environments
Require modification for your use case
Become outdated as technologies change

Test Before Use

ALWAYS TEST CODE IN A NON-PRODUCTION ENVIRONMENT before deploying to production systems. I am not responsible for any damage, data loss, or security issues resulting from the use of code examples from this Site.

Security Testing Content

Some content may discuss security testing techniques, penetration testing, or vulnerability research. Such content is provided for educational and defensive purposes only. You are responsible for ensuring you have proper authorization before conducting any security testing.

Testimonials and Results

Any case studies, success stories, or results mentioned on this Site represent individual experiences and should not be construed as guarantees of similar results. Your results will depend on many factors unique to your situation.

Affiliate Disclosure

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Links to products where I may receive compensation will be identified
My opinions and recommendations will not be influenced by affiliate relationships

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Changes to This Disclaimer

I reserve the right to modify this Disclaimer at any time. Changes will be reflected by an updated “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any changes.

Contact Me

Questions or concerns about this Disclaimer?

Email: jerrad@nineliveszerotrust.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jerraddahlager

Summary

In plain English:

This is an educational blog, not professional consulting
Information may be outdated - always verify
Views are my own, not my employer’s
Test everything before using in production
Use at your own risk
I’m not liable for how you use this information

Building secure systems requires professional judgment applied to your specific context. This blog can inform that judgment, but it can’t replace it.