Episode 98: Team 82 Sharon Brizinov - The Live Hacking Polymath

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Nov 21, 2024

Sharon Brizinov, a leading IoT/ICS security researcher at Claroty, shares his captivating journey from iOS development to cybersecurity. He dives into the contrasting worlds of Pwn2Own and HackerOne, revealing their unique exploit ecosystems. The discussion explores the challenges of SCADA protocols and hacking vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure systems. Sharon also touches on the intricacies of IoT firmware and the importance of security in device communication, all while emphasizing the creativity essential for mastering the bug bounty landscape.

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INSIGHT

Hacker Mentality Origin

Hacker mentality forms from building solutions piece by piece rather than formal education.
This mindset leads hackers to deeply understand systems by layering knowledge organically.

ANECDOTE

Early iPhone Development Story

Sharon started his journey hacking with the original iPhone around age 16, developing iOS apps early on.
His passion was sparked by early access and building things despite limited resources like creating a Hackintosh VM.

ANECDOTE

Real-World Impact: Crashing Elevators

Sharon exposed critical vulnerabilities in building management systems, including crashing elevators.
These exploits could shut down entire buildings by manipulating operational network protocols.

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