It's in the Airwaves - Deconstructing 2017's Biggest RF Attacks

Explore the evolution of network security technology and the impact of Software Defined Radio on wireless attacks in this 48-minute RSA Conference talk. Delve into the vulnerabilities of wireless communication systems in the Internet of Things, from compromised insulin pumps to hacked public safety systems. Witness technical demonstrations of high-profile wireless attacks, including the Dallas Tornado Siren Attack and St. Jude/Abbott Pacemaker Attack. Gain insights into the ease and prevalence of wireless exploitation, RF fuzzing, and defensive security applications. Learn about the defining attributes of RF versus wired networks, and understand how promiscuity affects reconnaissance and attribution in wireless environments. Discover the challenges of wireless network sniffing and the implications of embedded system design compromises. Through live demos and in-depth analysis, grasp the changing landscape of offensive and defensive security in the era of commodified Software Defined Radio.