Hrishikesh Somchatwar

Masters Student Eurecom, Sophia Antipolis

BIOGRAPHY

Meet an esteemed cybersecurity expert and distinguished speaker who has graced prestigious stages such as c0c0n, Bsides Delhi 2019, Bsides Ahmedabad 2021, and HackFest Canada 2021. Despite an accepted village invitation at DefCamp Romania 2019, unforeseen circumstances hindered attendance. Their insights have found a profound resonance with diverse audiences, cementing their status as a revered authority in the cybersecurity realm. Beyond the podium, this luminary author penned the acclaimed “Hacking the Physical World,” capturing readers’ attention on Amazon’s bestseller lists. 

Venturing further into the intricate tapestry of technology and human narratives, they host the “StorytellingHacker” podcast. Here, they unravel the captivating intersection of storytelling and electronics hacking, sharing compelling tales and insights that bridge the gap between technology and human experiences. 

Join this expert on an enlightening journey into the captivating world of cybersecurity and innovation. Your presence enriches this shared exploration, adding depth and diversity to the discourse.

Wheels of Wonder: Unveiling Car Hacking Poetry at DefCamp

In the realm of telecom and hardware hacking, this research embarks on a thrilling exploration of the vulnerabilities inherent in modern vehicular networks. Leveraging cutting-edge tools like FakeBTS and USRP, our study meticulously dissects the intricate world of car hacking. We unravel the cryptic techniques behind Firmware Over-The-Air (FOTA) exploits, decode the enigma of Firmware Reverse Engineering, manipulate GPS coordinates through Spoofing, exploit covert Processor Side Channels. 

From a hacker’s perspective, this investigation not only identifies these vulnerabilities but also illuminates the pathways for potential exploits. Through ingenious Radio Rolling Codes bypassing methods, we expose chinks in the armor of contemporary security protocols, opening a Pandora’s box of possibilities for the astute hacker. 

This research serves as a beacon for telecom enthusiasts and hardware hackers, beckoning them to dive into the intricate world of vehicular cybersecurity. Our findings underscore the urgent need for innovative countermeasures, pushing the boundaries of existing security paradigms. As technology hurtles forward, understanding and exploiting these vulnerabilities become paramount, shaping the future landscape of telecom and hardware hacking in the realm of connected vehicles.

Are you the next cyber security superstar?

If you are passionate about an information security topic or you have strong technical skills developing researches on your own, you should definitely Apply at Call for Papers. By submitting you will have the chance to showcase your work to +2000 attendees.

Other speakers joining this year

Mihai Vasilescu

Security Research Engineer Keysight Technologies Romania

Carina Deaconu

Software Engineer Pentest-Tools.com

Andrei Niculae

Student Faculty of Automatic Control and Computer Science from Politehnica University of Bucharest

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