This page provides standardized citation formats, usage guidelines, and attribution requirements for SDSUG publications. All SDSUG research is practitioner‑authored, independently published, and maintained as versioned documents.
How to Cite SDSUG Reports
Use the following format for all SDSUG research publications:
Storm, Hunter. [Report Title]. Southwest Defensive Security User Group (SDSUG), Version X.X, 2026.
Example:
Storm, Hunter. Arizona Cybersecurity Posture Report. Southwest Defensive Security User Group (SDSUG), Version 1.0, 2026.
Referencing SDSUG as an Organization
When citing SDSUG as the publisher or institution:
SDSUG. Independent, practitioner‑led cybersecurity community founded in 2001.
Usage Rights
SDSUG publications may be:
- quoted
- referenced
- excerpted
- linked
- included in presentations
- used in academic or professional work
…as long as proper attribution is provided.
Commercial redistribution or modification requires written permission.
Versioning Policy
All SDSUG reports are maintained as living documents.
- v1.0 — initial publication
- v1.1 / v1.2 — clarifications, formatting improvements, added context
- v2.0 — major revisions or annual updates
When citing a report, always include the version number.
Media and Press Inquiries
For interviews, quotes, or clarification requests, contact:
President@sdsug.org
and / or
Media@hunterstorm.com
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Last Updated: April 2026