DropSmack - How Cloud Sync Services Render Your Corporate Firewall Worthless

Explore a comprehensive analysis of how cloud synchronization services can compromise corporate network security in this Black Hat Europe 2013 conference talk. Delve into the potential risks associated with cloud backup solutions like Dropbox, examining their ability to bypass Data Loss Prevention (DLP) systems and corporate firewalls. Learn about a real-world case study demonstrating how these services can be exploited as malware delivery vectors and command and control channels. Discover the functioning malware tool "DropSmack," designed to leverage Dropbox for data exfiltration. Gain insights into the implications of cloud sync services in corporate environments, detection strategies, and potential security controls. Watch a live demonstration of the tool in action and consider the broader implications for network security in the age of cloud synchronization.