Acceptable Use Policy

1. Introduction and Scope

This Acceptable Use Policy ("AUP" or "Policy") governs your use of all tools, services, content, and materials provided on chriswilson.ai ("Website"). This includes but is not limited to the Cybersecurity Tabletop Exercise Simulator, AI Security Risk Assessment tools, code examples, documentation, blog content, and any other resources made available through this Website.

By accessing or using any part of this Website, you ("User" or "you") acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by this AUP. If you do not agree to these terms, you must immediately cease all use of this Website and its resources.

2. Prohibited Uses

You expressly agree that you will NOT use any tools, services, or content provided on this Website for any of the following purposes:

• a. Illegal Activities: Any purpose that violates federal, state, local, or international law, including but not limited to fraud, identity theft, money laundering, terrorism, espionage, or violation of export control regulations.
• b. Harmful or Malicious Purposes: To cause damage, harm, harassment, or distress to any individual, organization, or system, including but not limited to developing or deploying malware, conducting unauthorized penetration testing, or facilitating cyber attacks.
• c. Unauthorized Access: To gain unauthorized access to computer systems, networks, data, or accounts, or to circumvent security measures or access controls.
• d. Interference or Disruption: To interfere with or disrupt the operation of this Website, its servers, or networks, including but not limited to denial-of-service attacks, excessive automated requests, or attempts to probe or exploit vulnerabilities.
• e. Intellectual Property Violations: To infringe upon or misappropriate the intellectual property rights of myself or any third party, including unauthorized copying, redistribution, reverse engineering, or creation of derivative works.
• f. Commercial Exploitation: To resell, redistribute, sublicense, or otherwise commercially exploit any tools, content, or services without my express written permission.
• g. Misrepresentation: To misrepresent the source, sponsorship, or endorsement of any materials or results obtained from this Website, or to use my name, likeness, or trademarks without authorization.

3. No Warranties - "AS IS" Provision

All tools, services, content, and materials on this Website are provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranty of any kind, either express or implied.

I expressly disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:

• Implied warranties of MERCHANTABILITY
• Implied warranties of FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
• Warranties of TITLE
• Warranties of NON-INFRINGEMENT
• Warranties arising from course of dealing or usage of trade

I make no warranty that the Website or its tools will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, error-free, or free from viruses or other harmful components. I do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or suitability of any content, tools, or services for any particular purpose.

4. Disclaimer of Guarantees

I make NO GUARANTEES, REPRESENTATIONS, OR WARRANTIES regarding:

• a. Specific Outcomes: No guarantee is made that use of any tool, service, or content will achieve any specific result, outcome, or business objective.
• b. Compliance Certification: The Cybersecurity Tabletop Exercise Simulator and related tools are training and educational resources only. Completion of exercises does NOT constitute certification of compliance with SOC2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, NIST CSF, or any other regulatory framework.
• c. Professional Advice: AI Security Risk Assessments, blog content, and other materials are provided for educational and informational purposes only and do NOT constitute legal advice, professional consulting services, or expert recommendations tailored to your specific situation.
• d. Accuracy or Completeness: While I strive for accuracy, I do not guarantee that any information, data, code, or guidance provided is accurate, complete, current, or suitable for your specific needs.
• e. Security or Compliance: Use of these tools does not guarantee that your organization will pass audits, avoid security incidents, achieve compliance, or meet any specific regulatory requirements.

5. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall I be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, exemplary, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use or inability to use this Website or its tools and services.

This includes but is not limited to damages for:

• Loss of profits, revenue, or business opportunities
• Loss of data or information
• Loss of use or functionality
• Loss of goodwill or reputation
• Business interruption
• Cost of procurement of substitute services
• Personal injury or property damage
• Regulatory fines, penalties, or enforcement actions
• Third-party claims or litigation

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory on which the claim is based (whether contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or otherwise) and even if I have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. In such jurisdictions, my liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

6. No Participation in Legal Proceedings

By using this Website and its tools, you expressly agree that I will not be required, compelled, or obligated to participate in any legal proceedings, litigation, arbitration, mediation, depositions, expert witness testimony, or any other dispute resolution process arising from or related to your use of the Website or its services.

This includes but is not limited to:

• Providing expert witness testimony or opinions
• Participating in depositions or discovery proceedings
• Reviewing or analyzing evidence
• Providing affidavits or declarations
• Appearing in court or administrative hearings
• Supporting litigation or regulatory enforcement actions
• Certifying or verifying results, findings, or outcomes

All tools and services are provided strictly for educational, training, and informational purposes. They are not intended to be used as evidence, expert analysis, or professional opinions in any legal or regulatory matter.

7. User Responsibility and Assumption of Risk

By using this Website, you acknowledge and agree that:

• a. Sole Responsibility: You are solely responsible for your use of any tools, services, or content provided on this Website and for any consequences that may result from such use.
• b. Professional Evaluation: You are responsible for independently evaluating the suitability, accuracy, completeness, and appropriateness of any materials for your specific needs and circumstances.
• c. Compliance Verification: You are responsible for ensuring that your use of any tools or services complies with all applicable federal, state, local, and international laws, regulations, and professional standards.
• d. Assumption of Risk: You voluntarily assume all risks associated with using this Website and its resources, including risks that may not be foreseeable at the time of use.
• e. Independent Verification: You are responsible for independently verifying any information, data, code, or guidance before relying on it for any purpose, particularly for mission-critical, regulatory, or high-stakes applications.
• f. Professional Consultation: You acknowledge that you may need to consult with qualified legal, compliance, security, or other professional advisors before making decisions based on materials from this Website.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Chris Wilson, and any affiliates, contractors, or service providers, from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

• Your violation of this Acceptable Use Policy
• Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations
• Your misuse of any tools, services, or content provided on this Website
• Your infringement or violation of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights
• Any harm or damage caused by your actions or omissions in connection with your use of this Website
• Any claims by third parties related to your use of materials obtained from this Website

9. Enforcement and Termination

I reserve the right, at my sole discretion, to:

• a. Suspend or Terminate Access: Immediately suspend or terminate your access to this Website and its services if I believe you have violated this AUP or engaged in prohibited conduct.
• b. Report Violations: Report any illegal activity or violations of this AUP to appropriate law enforcement, regulatory authorities, or other relevant parties.
• c. Cooperate with Authorities: Cooperate with law enforcement investigations and provide information as required by law or legal process.
• d. Modify or Discontinue Services: Modify, suspend, or discontinue any tool, service, or content at any time without prior notice or liability.
• e. No Refunds: No refunds, compensation, or damages will be provided for termination or suspension of access, regardless of the reason.

Termination of your access does not relieve you of any obligations or liabilities incurred prior to termination, including but not limited to the indemnification obligations set forth in Section 8.

10. Educational and Informational Purpose

All tools, services, and content on this Website are provided strictly for educational, training, and informational purposes only. They are not intended to and do not constitute:

• Legal advice or legal opinions
• Professional consulting services
• Security audits or penetration testing
• Compliance certifications or attestations
• Expert testimony or forensic analysis
• Recommendations for specific actions or decisions
• Guarantees of regulatory compliance or security posture

Users should not rely solely on materials from this Website for critical business, legal, security, or compliance decisions without independent professional verification and consultation.

11. Intellectual Property

All content, tools, code, designs, graphics, logos, and other materials on this Website are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Except as expressly permitted by this AUP or by written permission:

• You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, republish, download, display, transmit, or create derivative works
• You may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any software or tools
• You may not remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices
• You may not use any content for commercial purposes without express written permission

Limited personal, non-commercial use is permitted for educational purposes only, provided that all proprietary notices are retained and attribution is given.

12. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of this Website is also governed by the Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into this AUP by reference. By accepting this AUP, you also accept the terms of the Privacy Policy.

You are responsible for ensuring that any data you submit through Website tools (such as the Tabletop Exercise Simulator) does not violate any privacy laws, confidentiality obligations, or third-party rights.

13. Severability

If any provision of this AUP is found to be unenforceable or invalid under applicable law, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable, or if modification is not possible, it shall be severed from this AUP. The remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

14. Changes to This Policy

I reserve the right to modify or update this Acceptable Use Policy at any time, at my sole discretion, without prior notice. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this Website. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will be revised to reflect the date of the most recent changes.

Your continued use of this Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the modified AUP. You are responsible for reviewing this Policy periodically to stay informed of any updates.

15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Acceptable Use Policy and any disputes arising from or relating to your use of this Website shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, United States of America, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any legal action or proceeding relating to this AUP or your use of this Website shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Texas, and you hereby consent to the personal jurisdiction and venue of such courts.

16. Reporting Violations

If you become aware of any violations of this Acceptable Use Policy or any illegal, harmful, or abusive use of this Website, please report it immediately:

17. Entire Agreement

This Acceptable Use Policy, together with the Privacy Policy and any other legal notices or terms published on this Website, constitutes the entire agreement between you and Chris Wilson regarding your use of this Website and supersedes any prior agreements or understandings, whether written or oral.