Should You Be Afraid of Hands-On Payment Devices?

Explore the vulnerabilities of Point of Sale (PoS) terminals in this eye-opening conference talk from the Hack In The Box Security Conference. Delve into the world of payment device security as experts Timur Yunusov and Aleksei Stennikov uncover the lifecycle of popular PoS terminals, from their market release to potential exploitation. Discover how hackers bypass anti-tampering mechanisms, access segregated memory for private crypto keys, and overcome multiple layers of protection. Gain insights into the process of breaking and cloning terminals, and understand the journey of compromised devices to the dark market. Learn about the real-world implications for retail security and the methods used by cybercriminals to exploit these systems for financial gain. This talk provides valuable knowledge for security professionals, retailers, and anyone interested in the intricacies of payment device security.