Ghost is in the Air - Traffic - Security Aspects of ADS-B and "Flying" Technology

Explore the security vulnerabilities of ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast) and emerging air traffic control technologies in this Black Hat USA 2012 conference talk. Delve into the potential risks associated with technological advancements in aviation, drawing parallels to the mobile communication networks and smartphones evolution. Examine practical techniques that attackers could exploit to generate and inject false air traffic data, potentially compromising air traffic control systems. Learn about the current state of ADS-B implementation in Australia and the USA, and understand the perspectives of users and the aviation community. Analyze technical aspects, possible threats, and mitigation strategies for ADS-B security issues. Discover the implications of publicly available flight data and the challenges posed by false data injection, fake airplane generation, and denial of service attacks. Witness a demonstration of verifiable multilateration and gain insights into open issues surrounding ADS-B technology.