Methodology for Creation and Practical Applications of Polyglots

Explore the fascinating world of polyglots in this 37-minute conference talk from LASCON 2014. Learn about data that can be parsed as multiple formats without changes, such as JPEG images that open as RAR files. Discover the general construction methods for polyglots, techniques for creating your own, and how to analyze data formats. Examine past uses of polyglots and potential future applications in computer security. Gain insights from speaker Daniel Crowley on both simple and complex polyglot creation techniques, including quick methods achievable on any major operating system.