Exploiting the physical plane: Red team intrusion techniques and tools

Thursday
 
28
 
November
10:15 am
 - 
10:55 am

Speakers

Austyn Guo

Austyn Guo

Managing Consultant - Offensive Security
Tesserent

Synopsis

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the importance of physical security is often understated, even though it forms an integral component of a comprehensive security strategy. This presentation aims to bridge this gap by shedding light on physical intrusion techniques and tools used by red teams, and how these can be mitigated to uplift an organisation's security posture.

The problem statement revolves around the fact that despite technological advancements in security controls, organisations continue to face threats due to overlooked vulnerabilities in their physical security. These vulnerabilities may be exploited by adversaries to gain unauthorized access to sensitive areas, leading to data theft, system compromise, or even direct sabotage.

This talk aims to cover at a high level the various techniques used by red teams to test and improve an organisation's physical security measures. I will cover a range of topics from lock picking, door bypass, access control system hacking, and social engineering. In addition, the session will explore the tools used to facilitate these intrusions, providing an insight into a red team operator's toolkit. The audience will gain a deeper understanding of the threats they face and the countermeasures that can be employed to mitigate them.

This presentation offers a unique opportunity for participants to learn about red team physical intrusion techniques and tools from a professional perspective. The knowledge gained from this talk will not only bolster their understanding of physical security but also equip them to identify potential vulnerabilities within their own organisations.

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