Explore the world of locksport in this 24-minute conference talk from BSides Cleveland 2014. Delve into the intricacies of lock picking, understanding its scope beyond mere lock manipulation. Learn about the community involved in locksport and the importance of adhering to ethical guidelines. Gain insights into lock security, focusing on the vulnerabilities of pin-tumbler locks. Master the basic technique of Single Pin Picking, complete with a python pseudocode explanation. Discover the concepts of binding pins and security pins, and learn how to clear a spool from a "false set". Get hands-on with instructions on making your own lock picking tools, demonstrated in a sped-up pick-making session. Finally, find out how to get involved in the locksport community and take your first steps into this fascinating hobby.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Is Locksport more than picking locks?
Who does locksport?
Know the rules!
Lock Security
Why are pin-tumbler locks pickable?
Single Pin Picking - basic technique
Picking python pseudocode
Binding Pins
Security Pins
Clearing a spool (picking out of "false set")
Make your own tools
Pick making (10x speed)
How do I get involved?
