Introduction to lockpicking and bypassing physical security

DEF CON 20

Presented by: Dr. Tran
Date: Thursday July 26, 2012
Time: 17:00 - 17:50
Location: Track 5 / Penn & Teller

Everyone relies on their locks to keep things secure. From front doors to filing cabinets, they give us the sense of security that no one else can get inside without the proper key. However, in reality, most locks can be picked trivially without any evidence of exploitation. You will learn how and why lockpicking works as well as what manufacturers have done to protect against such shenanigans.

Dr. Tran

Dr. Tran is a security professional in Switzerland by day, but some say he’s a super-secret agent by night. He’s been tinkering and taking apart technology since childhood, but hasn’t necessary figured out how to reassemble them. When Robert is not wrenching on motor vehicles or traveling the world, he’s picking locks. He’s been an active member of TOOOL for over 3 years and has taught at conferences including Shmoocon, CarolinaCon, NotaCon, Security BSides, QuahogCon, HOPE, & DEF CON.


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