Relaying EMV Contactless Transactions Using Off-The-Shelf Android Devices

Explore groundbreaking vulnerabilities in EMV Contactless technology through this eye-opening Black Hat conference talk. Discover how relay attacks can be executed using readily available off-the-shelf Android devices, potentially compromising the security of contactless card transactions. Learn about the world's first relayed transaction that outpaces direct card use, challenging conventional timing restriction countermeasures. Delve into specific vulnerabilities found in certain Maestro and Visa cards, as well as popular Point-of-Sale terminals in the Netherlands. Examine the implications of these findings on public acceptance of contactless transactions and the potential reputational risks for banks. Gain valuable insights into the current state of EMV Contactless security and the urgent need for improved safeguards in the digital payment ecosystem.