Owning Electronic Locks Without Leaving A Trace

Explore a decade-long investigation into bypassing the world's most widely used electronic lock system in this 50-minute conference talk from HITB Security Conference. Delve into the story of a mysterious hotel room theft that sparked a quest to uncover potential vulnerabilities in electronic locks deployed across millions of doors worldwide. Learn how persistence and dedication in hacking can lead to unexpected discoveries, extending beyond hotel room security. Gain insights from seasoned cybersecurity experts Tomi Tuominen and Timo Hirvonen as they share their journey, techniques, and the broader implications of their findings for physical access control systems. Discover how this research not only solved a decade-old mystery but also contributed to improving security measures in the hospitality industry and beyond.