Welcome to the "One Schedule to Rule them All!". Thank you for your interest by using this. This is an attempt to make things easier for you, the DEF CON attendee, to figure out the when/what/where during the chaos of DEF CON 31.
It started out simple. I had a Kindle and wanted an ebook of the schedule so I didn't have to wear out the paper pamphlet by pulling it out after every talk to figure out where to go next. Back then there was only the main DEF CON tracks, not really any Villages, and production of the ebooks were easy. Over time the Village system developed with a resulting multiplication in complexity, both for attendees and for my production. The offerings no longer include epub and mobi formats and instead now include html, csv, PDF, ical, public Google calendar, and mysql dump format files. Hopefully you'll find something of use.
The intent is still to be a resource to answer the question at the end of an hour of "What's next?"
As a general rule I do not include:
Be sure to check out the Links section at the bottom of this. Most all of the events listed here were derived from these links and a Infoboot data feed. There is much more going on at DEF CON than what is listed here.
Check out the Guides/Tips/FAQs links if you're new to Las Vegas. And finally, this is only as good as the ideas and information used to generate it.
I welcome your constructive suggestions and comments. Please send them to qumqats@outel.org
HDA Infopack is Live!
Posted 8.4.22
Many thanks to @A_P_Delchi for the
DEF CON 30 HDA Infopack
! This helpful guide for Hackers with Disabilities has venue maps, tips for traveling between venues and a concise explanation of DEF CON's HDA provisions. Let's look out for each other, and if you see a way we can improve our accessibility, let us know!
DEF CON Transparency Report Update
Posted 7.28.22
In preparation for DEF CON 30, we’ve updated the
transparency report
on the DEF CON website. While you’re there, take a moment to re-familiarize yourself with the
code of conduct
. We don’t have a ton of rules, but we take the ones we have very seriously.
DEF CON 30 Speaking Schedule is Live!
Posted 7.15.22
‘Tis the season, hackerfolk. DEF CON is almost here and all four tracks of the main speaker schedule are live on the website! Visit the
Schedule page
to start your planning. Our valiant CFP Review Board has put together a strong list of presentations over a wide array of subjects. We’re sure you’ll find plenty of interest.
Feel free to tweet at us about the talks you want to see, and feel equally to free to get hyped. Less than a month now, people.
Floorplan Maps are Live, Room Block discount Ends Soon!
Posted 7.7.22
The
floorplan maps for DEF CON 30
have been added to the Venue page of the DC30 website. Take a peek and plot your course, it's just a few short weeks now.
The DEF CON 30 room rate discount closes July 15 - so book soon to take advantage of the price break! Our room block in Caesars is full, but many others still have price breaks available.
Book a Room for DEF CON 30 Here
!
COVID Clarification for DEF CON 30
Posted 6.22.22
Just so there’s no confusion, DEF CON 30 will require masks, same as last year. We thank everyone for keeping each other safe last year, and we can’t wait to get the gang together responsibly just a few short weeks from now.
Original
DEF CON 30 Covid Policy
post from May.
First Batch of DEF CON 30 speakers is Live!
Posted 6.9.22
Friendly DEF CON 30 announcement -
the first bunch of speakers are selected
and available for your perusal on the DEF CON forums. Congrats to everyone already selected. Keep your eyes on this space for more selections!
DEF CON Training Site is Live!
Posted 5.31.22
DEF CON Trainings registration is LIVE! Right after DEF CON 30, we're excited to offer these intensive 2 day classes with a certificate of completion. First come, first served so don't procrastinate.Class descriptions and reg information are at
defcontrainings.myshopify.com
.
Weekend Updates! CTF Quals news, and New SE Community Q&A Today!
Posted 5.27.22
CTF News
CTF Quals are almost here (May 28 at 0000 UTC) and the CTF Chat on the DEF CON discord is already open!
From
@NautilusCTF
:
#defcon quals chat on the Defcon discord is open. Come visit us in
#ctf-discussion-text
to ask all the important questions, like “when is web?” and “this challenge is too hard unlock another one”
Time is short to get to the
Nautilus Institute Website
and register your team for CTF quals!
SE Community Q&A Today!
Join Social Engineering Community Village cofounders
@JC_SoCal
and
@sn0ww
to talk all about what kind of events the Social Engineering Community has in store for DEF CON 30. They'll be live on Twitch answering your questions at 5pm EDT Friday the 27th at
twitch.tv/se_community
. See you there!
The Black and White Ball is Back!
Posted 5.24.22
A little announcement about DEF CON 30's Black and White Ball: the best-dressed entrants will get some to enter early and enjoy a few free drinks before we let everyone else in. So look sharp - more details to come.
DEF CON Movie Night: 3 Days of the Condor
Posted 5.21.22
Join us Saturday the 21st at 8pm PDT for Sydney Pollack's 1975 spy thriller 'Three Days of the Condor'. Robert Redford plays a CIA researcher on the run and Ma Bell plays herself. We'll be hiding out in the DEF CON Discord (discord.gg/defcon) under the code name movie-night-text.
Check out Policy @ DEF CON!
Posted 5.19.22
Policy matters. The world has never been so connected, and mighty forces contend for the right to shape our digital lives. DEF CON believes the hacker community needs a voice in that process. To help people learn, connect and get involved with the leading edge of tech policy, we offer ‘
Policy @ DEF CON
’. We’ll have presentations, panels, and off-the-record evening lounges. Get yourself up to speed on the issues, connect with some of the players and maybe even get involved. The future is what we make it!
The DEF CON 30 Website is live!
Posted 5.13.22
Good news, everyone! The
DEF CON 30 official website is officially LIVE
and DEF CON season is officially IN EFFECT. Bookmark it for a handy place to check out all of the DC30 infoz as they roll in. Check the calendar, jump into the forums, book a room - it’s all in one place.
Now that we’ve reached cruising altitude, you are free to shimmy excitedly around the cabin.
Let’s GoOOoo!
COVID Updates for DEF CON 30
Posted 5.3.22
DEF CON 30 is getting closer, and that means we’re starting to get questions about Covid-19 protocols for the in-person event. Here’s the current state of play.
Some things have changed since DC29. The US has largely stopped checking vaccine status for entry to indoor events, owing at least partly to the knowledge that the vaccines serve more to prevent severe disease than to curtail transmission. COVID-19 testing is now mostly done privately with widely available at-home kits.
But most things haven’t changed. There are still new variants on the move. There are still spikes in transmission and hospitalization. Masks are still the most effective way to protect people in indoor events.
Barring a major change in the situation, we will not check proof of vaccination, but we will keep last year's mask requirement in place for DEF CON 30. Protecting the community is our first priority, and we want to make sure that everyone is as safe as we can make them. Everyone includes the healthy, the vulnerable and those who have immune compromised loved ones they need to protect.
Thank you for all you did to protect each other last year, and with your help we’ll do it again this year.
Training Coming to DEF CON 30, Call for Training is Open!
Posted 4.14.22
The wait is over - we’re ready to announce the Call for Trainers!
This year we’re adding DEF CON Training – intensive, two-day courses of study aimed at building specific skills. In some cases, these courses will even carry a certification. The Trainings will be held August 15-16, the Monday and Tuesday after DEF CON.
We’re looking for unique, technical, and practical presentations from trainers with deep knowledge of their subject. If that’s you, we’re offering:
- 50/50 split of the gross income.
- Optional test where students demonstrate their skill for a certificate.
All the info you need to apply is on the
Call for Training
page. Get your applications in early – we look forward to seeing what you’ve got to share.
New Payment Option for DEF CON 30!
Posted 3.25.22
DEF CON is a cash-at-the-door kind of conference. Paying in cash helps protect your privacy, and search warrants can't vacuum up PII we don't collect. You will always be able to lay down US dollars in the reg line and collect your badge.
Still, the experience of DC29 taught us a few things. Some of our attendees work DEF CON into their business travel schedule, and the option to pre-reg with a credit card over the web made things much easier for them. Some of our attendees need to manage a group purchase, or want a more detailed receipt.
For everyone who fits into those categories, we’re happy to announce that we’re keeping the option of online registration. Starting Monday, March 28th, you’ll be able to use
shop.defcon.org
to buy your ticket and get your receipt. We hope the online option makes the process more streamlined for those who need it. We thank people for their patience and feedback as we navigate the changing landscape.
The price for DEF CON 30 is $360, with a processing fee of $9.66 added to online orders.
Fine print: Currently we cannot provide beachballs and pizza to the online purchasing experience. For that, you’re gonna need LineCon.
DEF CON Movie Night: Dark Star!
Posted 3.16.22
DEF CON Movie Night this Saturday will feature some more 70s sci-fi with John Carpenter’s ‘Dark Star’ from ’74. Join us 3-19 at 8pm PDT in the #defcon discord (
discord.gg/defcon
). We’ll be in the movie-night-text channel.
Villages for DEF CON 30!
Posted 3.15.22
The list of
DEF CON 30 villages on the Forums
has been updated! Stop by to check out the full complement of village goodness we're offering this year. Comment, like, subscribe, volunteer to help out - but mostly get amped. #defcon30approaches.
Coming soon: Call for Training!
Posted 3.11.22
We’re excited to announce something new on the menu for DC 30 - DEF CON Training! We’re launching a lineup of intense two-day trainings taking place August 15-16 in the same venue, and we’re looking for trainers!
WHAT:
DEF CON We’re seeking Trainers for two-day training sessions right after DEF CON 30.
WHEN:
August 15-16, the Monday and Tuesday after DEF CON 30.
WHERE:
Same location, the Caesars Forum.
WHY:
For DEF CON attendees who love our free Workshop series but wish they could get an even deeper, more focused dive and maybe even a certificate. Like everything we do at DEF CON, we hope it will help to build and strengthen the hacker community and spread the kind of knowledge that makes the world more open and secure.
DEF CON Training will offer two-day paid training courses in the $1-$3k price range. We’re looking for unique, technical, and practical presentations from trainers with deep knowledge of their subject. If that’s you, we’re offering:
- 50/50 split of the gross income.
- Optional test where students demonstrate their skill for a certificate.
Interested? We will launch the Trainer submission form later this month! If you have questions, drop us a line at info@defcon.org.
The Dark Tangent
More DEF CON 30 Calls Opening!
Posted 2.15.22
Good news, everyone! We have more calls open for DEF CON 30!
Call for Parties and Meetups
: your dreams of throwing an epic party at DEF CON 30 are within your reach! If you have a solid concept to wrap some next level festivities around, get at us. The best ideas will get space and support. Details here:
Call for Parties
Call for Music
: we’re gonna need some tunes. Lots of tunes. This call is for established acts and bedroom Beethovens alike. We’re looking for live performers, so if you’ve got the stuff that puts the dip in our hip and the glide in our stride, get to the
Call for Music
and let us know.
Call for Vendors
: we’re always looking for new hacker gear and accessories to share with the community. Get your cool swag in front of a pretty savvy and curious audience by applying here at the
Vendor Application
New Calls Open for DEF CON 30!
Posted 2.1.22
You know how you can tell it’s DEF CON season? The Calls. When you hear the distinctive warble of the DEF CON Content calls, you know what’s up. It’s like the first robin of spring, if robins were cooler and more hacker-focused.
Today we’re opening three more DEF CON 30 Calls:
Call for Papers
The big one. If you want to speak at DEF CON 30, it’s time to get your submission together. As always, we’re looking for fresh, technical content and the sooner you get it in, the better your chances. We can offer suggestions to help you get over the finish line, time permitting. Fortune favors the bold, so don’t delay.
Call for Workshops
The very popular workshop series is back for DEF CON 30. Some topics need a more time and involvement than a main-stage talk can offer. The workshops are an amazing way to share your in-depth, hands-on content with the DEF CON community.
Demo Labs
Get your open source project in front of the knowledgable, curious humans of DEF CON. Get valuable feedback, find accomplices and raise your project’s profile. We provide the floor space and the audience, you provide the timely submission.
The DEF CON machine is revving up, and DC30 will be here before you know it. Don’t miss your chance to get involved. The community is waiting to see what you’ve got to share.
A Warm Welcome to the Next CTF Organizer Team: Nautilus Institute!
Posted 1.28.22
Big DEF CON 30 CTF update! Following several years of exemplary service by the Order of the Overflow, our world-famous Capture the Flag contest is under new management. The care and feeding of this year’s CTF is in the worthy and capable hands of the Nautilus Institute!
From Nautilus Institute:
Ahoy DEF CON and CTF communities!
We are the Nautilus Institute. We have been chosen, from a very respectable pool of applicants, to steer the DEF CON CTF ship starting in 2022. We are thankful for this honor, and hope to navigate straight and true no matter what waters lie ahead.
We’re a bit light on details, while we prepare for this year’s DEF CON CTF Qualifiers May 28-29, but we hope to flag you down with more information soon! Please follow us on twitter at
https://twitter.com/Nautilus_CTF
and keep a look out on our website at
https://nautilus.institute
.
Sea you soon,
@•̂≈
For the boldest and best prepared, glory awaits. Godspeed.
DEF CON Movie Night: Primer!
Posted 1.27.22
DEF CON movie night rolls on with ‘Primer’. Joins us on the
DC discord
Saturday 8pm PST for what has to be the most brainmelting time travel movie that could possibly be shot for $7000. Bring a cork board and a few different colors of yarn. We’ll be waiting for you in the movie-night-text channel.
DEF CON Movie Night: Tank Girl!
Posted 1.19.22
This week’s DEF CON movie night will feature the very weird ‘Tank Girl’ from 1995. Join us Saturday, 8pm PST in the movie-night-text channel of the
DEF CON discord
for a glimpse at what the apocalypse looked like from the more innocent viewpoint of the mid 90s. Bring your own water.
DEF CON New Year's Eve!
Posted 12.23.21
DEF CON is doing a small
New Year's Eve event
on the DEF CON discord. There will be several hangouts and contests to participate in. We’ll have music, a Kubernetes CTF, A Ham radio CTF, some Hacker Karaoke, movie watchalongs and more. We’ll have the full rundown on defcon.org and we’ll update in the NYE Forum threads. Join us in welcoming 2022 - can't wait to see you!
DEF CON 29 Transparency Report
Posted 12.6.21
The full DEF CON
Transparency Report for DEF CON 29
is now available. Our deepest thanks to everyone who reported issues to us and also to the people on staff who tracked down and handled those issues. It's a community effort, and it's good to see the progress we're making.
DEF CON Ornament Now Available!
Posted 11.23.21
The holiday season is upon us - time to spruce up your place with some festive hacker accents. This is the only
official DEF CON ornament
. Accept no substitutes. Suitable for all celebrations and a welcome addition to any decor.
Enter the DEF CON 30 Artwork Contest!
Posted 11.17.21
Now that the DEF CON 30 Theme is out there in the world, it’s time to go pencils up on the DEF CON Art Contest!
This year’s theme is ‘Hacker Homecoming’
, and you can read all about it on the DEF CON Forums. It’s a theme meant to celebrate our community’s much awaited reunion next August. It’s also meant to reference the 30th Anniversary we’re celebrating, which is a pretty big deal for a hacker conference.
So if you’ve got some art skills, you’ve got a luxurious 7+ months to get your take on the theme in to us. There’s so much time between now and the June 1 deadline that you could probably learn a brand new art style in which to make your submission. You can drop as many submissions to
pictures@defcon.org
as you want, so enter early and often.
### Theme:
We are looking for artwork that reflects a spirit of community and reunion. We’re looking for art that combines the 90’s hacker aesthetic of DEF CON’s history and our tribe’s 21st century future. We’re looking for your vision and vibes.
We hope you’ll take in the information in
the style guide
, but we hope that you’ll use that as a launching pad and not a set of limits. We want to see where you can take these ideas.
### Guidelines:
300 DPI. Convert type to outlines where applicable. Trust your instincts - we’re looking for genuine energy, not technical perfection. We want to share and amplify the artists in our community. If tlhat’s you, get your ideas down. If that’s not you yet, could it be? You’ve got a few months to find out.
Entries will be placed on the DEF CON Forums for voting, and there will be prizes. There will also be gratitude, and opportunities to inspire others with your special way of seeing the world. We can’t wait to see what you’ll make!
DEF CON 30 Theme: Hacker Homecoming
Posted 11.12.21
This has been a crazy couple of years.
A global pandemic turned DEF CON 28 into DEF CON Safe Mode. Some easing of the restrictions and some strict attendance rules gave us a hybrid con for DC29. An improvement, to be sure, but something short of a full DEF CON experience.
We want DEF CON 30 to have the energy of a reunion. We’ll be back togeher in a brand spanking new venue. We’ll be thirty years old - an amazing milestone for a hacker conference under any circumstances. In honor of all that, we’re calling DEF CON 30 ‘Hacker Homecoming’.
The first reason is that it’s literally a return home. After two years of separation, we’re looking forward to having more of our family under one roof, under the Vegas late summer sun.
There’s also a North American tradition called ‘Homecoming’. Secondary schools and colleges invite luminary alums back for a big celebration of the school’s history and a toast to its future. We intend to do just that for DC30. We’ll have some surprise guests from DEF CON’s illustrious past on hand to talk about the amazing places their life has taken them since joining the DC Community. We’ll also be laying out some of the map forward from our 30th Anniversary.
So please join us in the Caesar’s Forums if you can, and on the Discord if you can’t. Maybe even pack a fancy outfit for the homecoming dance. It’s high time for a reunion.
Design Inspiration
This year’s theme is about celebrating the past and getting geeked about the future, so we’re looking for smooth integration of old school hacker stylee with future vibes.
We took the color palette inspiration from arguably the most iconic DEF CON image of all time: the rooftop photo from DEF CON 1.
The photo is amazing for any number of reasons, but the most important is that even though it screams early 90s hacker culture, it also shows some of the essence of what DEF CON is even in the 2020s. It’s still a gathering of extraordinary digital misfits going Voltron in the Vegas night.
The fonts were also selected to be like a homecoming celebration, with some reverence for the past, some excitement about the future. The past is represented by the very 90s CityPop and Geom and the future by the futristic minimalism of Open Sans.
Homework
As always, we’ll be sharing movies, books, music and other random media to get you in the right frame of mind for maximum DEF CON. This year we’re even giving you an extra few months to get through the syllabus. Watch the DEF CON site for additions to all the lists. Pencils UP!
Movies:
Sneakers
The Imitation Game
Zero Days
Books:
The Shockwave Rider
The Cuckoo’s Egg
Kingpin: How One Hacker Took Over the Billion-Dollar Cybercrime Underground
The Cult of the Dead Cow
The DEF CON 30 Call for Contests and Events is OPEN!
Posted 11.1.21
DEF CON 30 is going to be a big deal, and we’re full speed ahead on planning. If you’ve got a stellar idea for a contest, this is your moment. Take advantage of the early opening to turn your idea into a real DEF CON Experience. The extra lead time helps us work with you to get the best ideas across the finish line, but only if you take advantage and get your submissions in.
You can read the rules and requirements on the
Call for Contests Page
. You can check the
DC29 Contest forum
for an idea of what we’ve accepted in the past.
Let’s see what you’ve got percolating out there, DEF CON fam. Let’s take DC30 up a notch.
Happy Halloween from DEF CON
Posted 10.31.21
DEF CON 30: Open and Upcoming Calls
Posted 10.26.21
The DEF CON 30 Call for Villages is already open! To see if your fave is already accepted, check out the
Villages forum for DEF CON 30
! Don't see what you want on the current list? Maybe that's your cue to
submit a proposal
!
For the truly ambitious, there is still a
call open for the coveted title of CTF organizers
! Only a little over two weeks left to put in your proposal to be the future of DEF CON Capture the Flag!
On the horizon very soon will be the Call for Contests! Polish those proposals for new DEF CON contests now and be ready for the call!
We only turn 30 once. Let's do it big!
DEF CON 30 Call for Villages has Opened!
Posted 10.1.21
DEF CON 30 may seem a long way off, but it’s never too soon to start planning. Especially for something as close to the heart of the DEF CON experience as Villages.
As always, we’re looking for new villages that will create welcoming, hands-on spaces for congoers to sharpen their skills, learn something new and maybe even find their newest obsession.
Space (both physical and metaphorical) is limited. Early submissions have increased chances of success. If the concept is strong but needs work, we can help but only if we have enough time.
You’ll want to famailiarize yourself with the requirements and submission guidelines at
https://defcon.org/html/defcon-30/dc-30-cfv.html
first. If you can meet the preconditions, and you have a stellar idea to propose, that’s the universe telling you it’s go time. Rise to meet your moment.
We can’t wait to see what’s on your mind.
CTF Call for Organizers is Officially Open!
Posted 9.28.21
The mighty and venerable Order of the Overflow is retiring from organizing the DEF CON CTF, and the torch must be passed. This means a rare opportunity for you, CTF enthusiasts.
Are you ready to create the next generation of elite CTF tournaments? Do you have the skill and creativity to elevate the game for the world’s best players? The drive to see your ideas through to completion? If this is you, it’s time for us to talk.
The lowdown is at
https://defcon.org/html/links/dc-ctf-cfo.html
. Get familiar, submit the CTF you want to see in the world. For the chosen, glory awaits.
Live Music from DEF CON 29 is Posted!
Posted 9.16.21
The
live music from DEF CON 29
is now available on the DEF CON Media Server! Whether you missed the party in Vegas or you just need a gang of .flac bops for your earbuds, media.defcon.org has you covered.
Get some, shake your groove things and pass it on.
Car Hacking and Blue Team Village Talks from DEF CON 29!
Posted 9.12.21
More DEF CON 29 Village videos on the DEFCONConference YouTube channel - this time it's the
Blue Team Village
and
The Car Hacking Village
! Please enjoy and share with everyone you think could gain from the information.
More Village Talks from DEF CON 29!
Posted 9.5.21
The Village talks deluge continues, with talks from
IoT Village
,
Blacks in CyberSecurity Village
, and
Aerospace Village
all ready to stream to your heart's content on YouTube! As always, enjoy and pass it on.
In-person Talks from DEF CON 29 Now Live on YouTube!
Posted 8.31.21
The
in-person talks from DEF CON 29
are now live on the DEF CON YouTube Channel! Time to catch up on some mighty fine panels and unique content you had to be in Vegas to see..UNTIL NOW!
Press Page Updated for DEF CON 29!
Posted 8.23.21
DEF CON 29 was about two weeks ago - thanks again to everyone who helped make a success of it both in person and online. We’ve updated the
press page
to include a bunch of later-breaking stories. Watch this space for a list of write ups!
Adversary Village Talks are Live!
Posted 8.17.21
More DEF CON 29 goodies for your enjoyment - the
talks from Adversary Village are live on our YouTube channel
! Binge away - more Village goodness to come!
DEF CON 29 Contest results So Far!
Posted 8.13.21
Congratulations to everyone who participated in any of the DEF CON 29 contests. Getting in the ring is 90 percent of the magic, and we hope that everyone had fun, learned something and met cool new people.
The
contest results
we have so far have been posted, and we'll be updating the page as we get more in!
Thanks for a Great DEF CON 29!
Posted 8.10.21
The past few years have been crazy, but you can’t stop the signal, even with global cataclysm. We are so happy to be reunited with so many of our friends, both here in Las Vegas and in the virtual con space. It’s good to be together.
Thank you for your support through everything. Your unending enthusiasm sustains our work and the DEF CON community never disappoints. Thanks for following the stricter rules the pandemic made necessary. Thanks for being kind and patient with each other and with us as we navigate the swiftly changing landscape.
Next year is a big anniversary for DEF CON, and we’re already at work planning how to make the big 3-0 memorable. Here’s to next year reuniting even more of us.
In the meantime, keep in touch with us on the DEF CON Discord server. Join a local DC Group, or start one. Stay safe and healthy. DEF CON hearts you.
Interviews from DEF CON 29!
Posted 8.9.21
We’d like to shout out newly minted Photogoon Alex Chaveriat aka ‘Silk’ who spent his DEF CON 29 racing around the con floor finding cool projects to interview people about. If you follow the DC social media feeds you’ve probably seen some of his work this year. Thanks to everyone who gave him some time, and thanks to Alex for putting out so much quality stuff so quickly.
Alex Chaveriat on YouTube
DEF CON 29 Press roundup!
Posted 8.8.21
We're on the last day of DEF CON 29, both in the virtual and physical worlds. There's so much going on it's easy to miss a few things. Here's a brief listing of some of the press coverage of our events this year.
AND!XOR’s DEF CON 29 Electronic Badge Is An Assembly Puzzle
Hackaday
Hands On: DEF CON 29 Badge Embraces The New Normal
Hackaday
Black Hat USA 2021 and DEF CON 29: What to expect from the security events
Tech Republic
Privacy Without Monopoly: DEFCON 29
EFF
We Have Questions for DEF CON's Puzzling Keynote Speaker, DHS Secretary Mayorkas
EFF
Hands-On: Whiskey Pirates DC29 Hardware Badge Blings With RISC-V
Hackaday
#DEFCON: Hacking RFID Attendance Systems with a Time Turner
infosecurity
#DEFCON: Why Social Media Security is Election Security
infosecurity
#DEFCON: A Bad eBook Can Take Over Your Kindle (or Worse)
infosecurity
#DEFCON: Ransomware Moves from Nuisance to Scourge
infosecurity
Black Hat USA 2021 & DefCon 29: Hybride IT-Security-Konferenzen starten in Kürze
Heise.de
The Cybersecurity 202: The year’s biggest cybersecurity conferences are back, but limited
The Washington Post
DEF CON 29 Badge Update (The Firmware Kind)!
Posted 8.5.21
In case you didn't know, you can head over to
defcon.org/signal
for a link to updated badge firmware and instructions! We hope you enjoy DEF CON 29, In-person, or from wherever you may be!
DEF CON 29 In-person Pre-Registration is Closed!
Posted 8.4.21
The DEF CON 29 pre-reg at shop.defcon.org is now closed. You can still get a badge with cash payment onsite while they last, and you can purchase the Human+ Discord role directly on our Discord (
discord.gg/defcon
) or at
plus.defcon.org
Thanks to everyone for supporting DEF CON this year, whether you’re attending virtually or here with us in Las Vegas. DEF CON ❤️ U. Tomorrow it begins!
Get the DEF CON 29 Soundtrack!
Posted 8.4.21
Get a head start on DEF CON 29 with this year’s Original Soundtrack! It’s waiting for you on the DEF CON media server right now. Like, right now. You have your assignment.
media.defcon.org/DEF CON 29/
Hackers with Disabilities Guide for DEF CON 29!
Posted 8.2.21
Thanks to
@A_P_Delchi
and Hackers with Disabilities for creating this helpful
accessibility guide to DC29
. Don’t hesitate to reach out if we can help maximize your DEF CON, either through goons or via social media.
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DEF CON 31 FAQ
FAQ
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When & Where will DEF CON be?
Aug. 10-13, 2023 at Caesars Forum + Flamingo, Harrah's and Linq in Las Vegas!
Can I book my hotel in Las Vegas now – and how should I do that?
Yes, hotel reservations are being accepted. In order to help us fill our room block with our contracted hotels please book under the DEF CON group room registration.
What is DEF CON doing for DC31, and how can I attend?
DEF CON 31 will be at full operating capacity this year, We will be hosting our full con in-person in Las Vegas and some approved villages and contests may be contributing additional online content within the official DEF CON Discord. All Online content will be similar to the 2020 & 2021 cons.
To see what happenings are currently planning to be in-person, hybrid, or virtual only please visit https://forum.defcon.org/node/243392
How much will DEF CON cost?
The price to attend DEF CON in-person will be $440 USD cash on site. You may not attend in-person without purchasing a badge. Attending virtual on our Discord will be free, and those with Human+ will have more permissions and access.
Can I buy a DEF CON badge with Black Hat?
Yes, it will be an option when you check out at Black Hat.
How do I participate in virtual DEF CON?
For the virtual portion of DEF CON you will need a Discord account.
You can find detailed instructions on getting on the DEF CON Discord server here. There is a FAQ for Humans on Discord as well.
Connect to the DEF CON Discord Server: https://discord.gg/DEFCON
To see what happenings are currently planning to be in-person, hybrid, or virtual only please visit https://forum.defcon.org/node/239768
What if I don't want a Discord Account?
While we don't think you'll get the full experience, all of our content will be released via YouTube and put on the DEF CON Media Server.
Will there be Uber Badges again?
Our annual tradition of awarding black "Uber" badges for CTF and other select contests, will continue, for in-person events only. To make sure that attendees are playing contests with the full hacker spirit we don't announce which contests qualify for an Uber Badge ahead of the contest (aside from the Official CTF) . We want to see how well each contest operates, and how players perform, so those decisions aren't made until Sunday of the con. Check out the registry of past black badge winners!
Where can I find more info on the DEF CON CTF?
DEF CON CTF Qualifiers May 26-27. Please follow Nautilus CTF on twitter at https://twitter.com/Nautilus_CTF and keep a look out on their CTF website at https://nautilus.institute. For a little history on the contest check out the CTF History page.
I have a black badge, do I need to pre-register?
No, just show up on site and go to inhuman registration. The rules governing the use of Black Badges are available on the Black Badge Policy Page. If you notice any errors or omissions in the list, please contact us at info@defcon.org. Congratulations to everyone who's earned a Black Badge and good luck to all who seek one.
What will capacity look like for the in-person event?
Capacity is currently capped at each given space’s fire code standard capacity. In case of changing health and safety recommendations, limits will be reviewed and revised at the direction of Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) and there will be dedicated support onsite to ensure our policies are being followed.
What health measures/protocols is DEF CON taking to ensure a safe environment on-site?
DEF CON is working closely with Caesars Entertainment hotels to provide a safe and healthy experience for all. We will comply with whatever safety measures are required of us. Check out DEF CON 31 Covid Policy for more details
Will I be required to wear a mask?
We’re adapting our protocols for DEF CON 31. The meeting space air handlers use Merv 13 filters for better filtration of particulate matter, the air handler coils are cleaned regularly, and we’re adding additional air filters to the areas likely to get crowded.
We will have masks on hand for anyone who needs them as well as a finite number of test kits onsite as well. There will be lists of resources for testing and treatment available in the program and at the Info Booth.
Wearing a mask remains the safest option, but with these changes our policy is masks strongly recommended.
We appreciate the DEF CON Community pulling together to keep each other healthy, and we trust you’ll continue to look after one another. The situation isn’t quite back to normal so be safe out there, and we’ll see you very soon.
What's DEF CON's official theme for DEF CON 31?
‘We are living through a revolt against the future. The future will prevail.’
This DEF CON is about the future we want to bring into being, together. DEF CON’s hacker community has a powerful role to play in whatever comes next, From hardware to policy, from biohacking to satellites. More info on our official theme is here on our DEF CON 31 Theme & Style Guide
Where can I get more information about what's happening?
Check out the following DEF CON Sites & Social Media.
Forums
Groups
Discord
Twitter
Facebook
Reddit
DEF CON YouTube channel
DEF CON Twitch
DEF CON Music Twitch
DEF CON Media Server of all past conference materials
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DEF CON FAQ
Frequently asked questions about DEF CON
What is DEF CON?
DEF CON is one of the oldest continuously running hacker conventions around, and also one of the largest.
How did DEF CON start?
Originally started in 1993, it was a meant to be a party for member of "Platinum Net", a Fido protocol based hacking network out of Canada. As the main U.S. hub I was helping the Platinum Net organizer (I forget his name) plan a closing party for all the member BBS systems and their users. He was going to shut down the network when his dad took a new job and had to move away. We talking about where we might hold it, when all of a sudden he left early and disappeared. I was just planning a party for a network that was shut down, except for my U.S. nodes. I decided what the hell, I'll invite the members of all the other networks my BBS (A Dark Tangent System) system was a part of including Cyber Crime International (CCI), Hit Net, Tired of Protection (ToP), and like 8 others I can't remember. Why not invite everyone on #hack? Good idea!
Where did the name come from?
The short answer is a combination of places. There as a SummerCon in the summer, a HoHoCon in the winter, a PumpCon during Halloween, etc. I didn't want any association with a time of year. If you are a Phreak, or just use your phone a lot you'll notes "DEF" is #3 on the phone. If you are into military lingo DEF CON is short for "Defense Condition." Now being a fan of the movie War Games I took note that the main character, David Lightman, lived in Seattle, as I do, and chose to nuke Las Vegas with W.O.P.R. when given the chance. Well I knew I was doing a con in Vegas, so it all just sort of worked out.
There are several resources that will give you an idea of what DEF CON is all about.
DEF CON Press: through the prism of the media
DEF CON Groups: Local groups that meet
DEF CON Media Server: DC 1 to the present, captured
Google: always a good research starting point
Just remember, DEF CON is what you make of it.
When and where is DEF CON?
DEF CON is generally in the last week of July or first week of August in Las Vegas. DEF CON 31 will be held August 10th through August 13th, 2023. Many people arrive a day early, and many stay a day later.
Isn't there a DEF CON FAQ already?
Yes, an unofficial one. It's quite humorous, sometimes informative, and DEF CON takes no responsibility for its content. It is archived here.
What are the rules of DEF CON?
Physical violence is prohibited. Harassment of any kind is prohibited. We don't support illegal drug use. Minors should be accompanied by their parent(s) or guardian(s). Please refrain from doing anything that might jeopardize the conference or attendees such as lighting your hair on fire or throwing lit road flares in elevators. DEF CON Goons are there to answer your questions and keep everything moving. Hotel security is there to watch over their property. Each has a different mission, and it is wise to not anger the hotel people. Please be aware that if you engage in illegal activities there is a large contingency of feds that attend DEF CON. Talking about how you are going to bomb the RNC convention in front of an FBI agent is a Career Limiting Move!
You can view the DEF CON Code of Conduct at https://defcon.org/html/links/dc-code-of-conduct.html.
Is DEF CON cancelled?
No.
What is there to do at DEF CON?
DEF CON is a unique experience for each con-goer. If you google around you'll find dozens of write-ups that will give you an idea of what people have experienced at DEF CON. Trust write-ups more than media articles about the con. Some people play capture the flag 24x7, while many people never touch a computer at DEF CON. Some people see every speech they can, while others miss all speeches. Other activities include contests, movie marathons, scavenger hunts, sleep deprivation, lock picking, warez trading, drunken parties, spot the fed contest, the official music events. Because DEF CON is what the attendees make of it, there are more events than even we are aware of. Half the fun is learning what happened at DEF CON after the fact!
I'm not a hacker, should I go to DEF CON?
Many people have different definitions of what is a ‘hacker’. I would recommend looking at previous years speeches, and write-ups from past attendees - this should give you a good idea if DEF CON is for you. This hacker FAQ might give you some insight into the matter as well. If you do not have any technical interests, DEF CON is probably not for you. Sure there is a lot of socializing you can do, but technology and hacking is the core of the con.
Do criminals go to DEF CON?
Yes. They also go to high school, college, work in your workplace, and the government. There are also lawyers, law enforcement agents, civil libertarians, cryptographers, and hackers in attendance. Ssshhh. Don't tell anyone.
What are Goons?
They are the staff at DEF CON. They have many roles including safety, speaker coordination, vendor room coordination, network operations, et cetera... Please try to be helpful to them if they make requests of you. If any goon tells you to move, please do so immediately as there may be safety issues they are attempting to address.
How can I help out or become a Goon?
The staff at DEF CON has grown organically. All positions have some degree of trust associated with them, so typically new goons are ‘inducted’ by friends of existing goons. There are many random points when goons need help and may ask people for help, generally for helping move stuff or other tasks that don't require high amounts of trust or unsupervised work. Just because you help out doesn't make you a goon. If you really want to be a goon, talk with one and see how much work they actually do (Hint: you may want to enjoy being at DEF CON, not working full-time at it). One year the network group got a new Goon when a networking engineer was needed, and he came to the rescue. The intent behind the goons is not to be elitist, but to have a network of trusted people who can help run the conference - please do not feel upset if you are not chosen to be a goon.
How can I help or participate?
DEF CON is not a spectator sport! Before the con, during, and after there are chances for you to get involved. Before the con you can read about the contests and maybe sign up for one like Capture the Flag. There are artwork contests for shirts and posters. You can practice your lock pick skills, or just get your laptop all locked down and ready to do battle. Organize your .mp3s. Check out the DEF CON Forums to see what other people are up to. If you want to create your own event, you can do that as well - you will not get official space or sanctions, but virtually every official event at DEF CON started out as an unofficial event.
I would love to see XYZ event, how do I make this happen?
Virtually all events at DEF CON were conceived by the attendees. The DEF CON forums are a great place for recruiting help for an event you want to put on, and making sure your efforts aren't being duplicated. If it doesn't require resources from DEF CON (space, namely) you generally don't have to ask anyone’s permission. Most events are unofficial until they've been going on for a couple of years. Please let us know if you have an idea for an event, we may help facilitate or promote it. Email [suggestions at DEF CON dot org] to keep us in the loop.
How can I speak at DEF CON?
You can submit a response to our CFP (call for papers). All entries are read and evaluated by a selection committee. We would love to have your submission. The call for papers usually opens in January and closes mid-May.
I'm press, how do I sign up, why can't I get in for free (I'm just doing my job)?
Please email press[at]defcon[d0t]org if you wish press credentials. Lots of people come to DEF CON and are doing their job; security professionals, federal agents, and the press. It wouldn't be fair to DEF CON attendees if we exempted one group from paying. If you are a major network and plan on doing a two minute piece showing all the people with blue hair, you probably shouldn't bother applying for a press pass - you won't get one. If you are a security writer or from a real publication please submit, and someone will respond with an answer.
I want to sell stuff, how do I do this?
If you want a space in our vendor area, you need to apply. Because of limited space and our attempt to have a diversity of vendors, you may not be able to get a booth. It is wise to think of staffing issues - if you are one person do you want to spend your entire time behind a vendors booth?
What are the different price rates?
Everyone pays the same: The government, the media, the ‘well known hackers’, the unknown script kiddies. The only discount is for Goons and speakers, who get to work without paying for the privilege.
How much is admission DEF CON, and do you take credit cards?
The price for DEF CON 31 is $440 USD Cash at the Door. We do this for a number of reasons. Paying in cash protects your privacy and we can’t be forced to hand over records we don’t collect.
Does my underage child need a badge?
Children under the age of 8 will not need to purchase a badge.
Can I get a discount on DEF CON badges?
DEF CON charges one price regardless of your social status or affiliation. Please know that we depend on attendee income to pay the costs of the conference and don't have sponsors to help defray the expenses.
We sometimes get requests for discounts [students, veterans, children], unfortunately we don't want to try and validate if you are a current student, look at your ID to determine your age, decode military discharge papers, etc.
If you really want to attend DEF CON for free then do something for the con.
You could:
Submit a CFP and be an accepted speaker or workshop instructor.
Work on a contest, event, or village.
Qualify for CTF/Contests that include entry.
Find a team to become a Goon newbie.
Contribute to content, or perform some entertainment.
I need a letter of invite for my visa application, how do I get that?
In most cases, DEF CON can send a signed letter of invite, usually within a few short business days once we have all the info. If you also require verification of housing, we can put you in touch with someone to help you get your hotel stay organized, let us know if you need that.
Along with your request, please email us the following to info(at)defcon(.)org
Name as is on passport:
Passport number:
Country of issue:
Date of issue:
Date of expiration:
Country of origin:
DEF CON is too expensive, how can I afford it?
DEF CON is cheaper than many concerts, and certainly cheaper than many shows in Vegas. Many people have made an art and science out of coming to DEF CON very cheaply. Here are a couple of tips.
Travel: Buy airfare in advance, go Greyhound, Carpool, hitch-hike. (Note: this may be dangerous and/or illegal.)
Lodging: Share rooms - some people have up to 10 people they share a room with, find a hotel cheaper than the one that the conference is scheduled at, stay up for three days, etc. (note: this can be hazardous to your health.)
Food: Pack food for your trip, go off site to find food, eat in your hotel rooms, and look for cheap Vegas food at Casinos. (Look for deals and specials that are trying to get you in the door to gamble.)
Booze: You don't need to drink. Brew your own and bring it. (It's been done.)
Entrance: Admission can be saved, mow some lawns. Try to go to another 4 day event for cheaper than this that offers so much. We have increased the fees slowly over the years, but also the amount and quality of events have increased.
Inevitably people will try to do some math and pretend that DT gets rich each DEF CON - they seem to lack the ability to subtract.
How many people typically attend DEF CON?
There have been roughly 25-28k attendees in the last few (pre-COVID) years of DEF CON. DEF CON 27 had a record showing with approximately 30,000.
Is there a network at DEF CON?
Why yes, DEF CON is FULLY network-enabled. Now that we've perfected the art of a stable hacker con network, we're ascending to a higher level - we're providing you a network that you feel SAFE in using! Since DEF CON 18 we're WPA2 encrypted over-the-air, with a direct trunk out to the Internet. No peer-to-peer, no sniffing, just straight to the net (and internal servers). We'll provide login credentials at Registration. We know the LTE airwaves will be saturated so we're putting our own cred on the line to give you a net that even we would put our own mobile phones on.
If you're feeling frisky, we'll still have the traditional "open" network for you - bring your laptop (we'd recommend a clean OS, fully patched--you know the procedure) because we don't police what happens on that net. Share & enjoy!
What is the age limit?
People have brought children to DEF CON - it is not recommended to do this unless you are going to constantly supervise them. It is generally an ‘adult’ atmosphere (language, booze, et cetera). If you've never been to DEF CON, you may want to refrain from bringing your children (unless they are demanding that you bring them). While there are no age limits, we have consistently cooperated with parents and/or private investigators who are looking for children that ‘ran away from home’ to go to DEF CON. You will have to be 21 to reserve a room.
What is a DEF CON "Black Badge"?
The Black Badge is the highest award DEF CON gives to contest winners of certain events. CTF winners sometimes earn these, as well as Hacker Jeopardy winners. The contests that are awarded Black Badges vary from year to year, and a Black Badge allows free entrance to DEF CON for life, potentially a value of thousands of dollars.
How can I get a hold of DT? I tried to mail him and haven't seen a response yet.
DT doesn't dislike you, isn't trying to hurt your feelings, and bears you no ill will. The fact is he gets an unmanageable load of mail continually. Mailing him again may elicit a response. Try mailing FAQ (at) DEFCON.ORG if you have a general question that isn't answered here or in the forums.
Is it hot in Vegas?
Yes. Bring sunscreen (high SPF), do not fall asleep near the pool (lest you wake up to sunburn), and do not walk far in the sun unless you are experienced in dealing with extreme heat. The sun is dangerous in Las Vegas. Sleeping in lawn chairs is a sure way to wake up to severe burns in the morning when that bright yellow thing scorches your skin. Drink plenty of water and liquids - remember that alcohol will dehydrate you.
What should I bring?
It depends on what you're going to do at DEF CON. This is discussed in quite some depth on the unofficial DC FAQ, as well as a thread in the DC Forums. You may want to bring fancy (or outrageously silly) clothes for the official Music events, on Friday and Saturday nights, where everyone shows off nifty attire.
How much do rooms cost, and how do I reserve a room?
The DEF CON 30 group room registration is now live! We have room rates at several hotels, until they run out of rooms in our block.
Follow this link: https://book.passkey.com/go/SHDEF3
Do not worry if the form doesn't immediately show the discounted rate. To verify that you're getting our price you can mouse over the dates you've selected or begin the checkout process.
How much is internet access?
We are looking into this. Free (and possibly more dangerous) internet access is available in the convention area.
Will the hotels broadcast the speeches on their cable system?
DEF CON TV has succcessfully streamed all tracks to all the hotels, and a couple of tracks out to the internet, for several years now. We don't expect this will change!
Will we have DEF CON branded poker chips?
You will have to attend DEF CON to find out.
Will conference attendees have entire floors of hotel rooms to themselves?
Probably not. The hotel is very cooperative in attempting to centralize the DEF CON attendees, for their convenience and ours, but there will be non-DEF CON attendees in hotel rooms next to us.
This FAQ didn't answer my questions, or was unclear, how can I get further information?
Check out the DEF CON Forums to ask follow up questions.
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Links to DEF CON 31 related pages
Villages Table
Each Village, as it’s name may imply, specializes in a topic or aspect of security or computers.
One Page All Villages list with descriptions
DEF CON 31 All Villages Forum page
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Contests Table
Various contests, some lasting all 4 days of DEF CON, some short time on stage
One Page All Contests list with descriptions
DEF CON 30 All Contests Forum page
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Party,Gather,Event Table
Various Parties, Gatherings, and Events
One Page All Parties, Gatherings, Events list with descriptions
DEF CON 31 All Parties, Gatherings, Events Forum page
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DemoLabs Table
Brief demonstrations for people to show off their project.
One Page All Demolabs list with descriptions
DEF CON 31 All Demolabs Forum page
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Abusing Microsoft SQL Server with SQLRecon – Sanjiv Kawa
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Am I Exploitable? (MI-X) – Ofri Ouzan & Yotam Perkal
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Attack Surface Framework – Prajwal Panchmahalkar & Mike Henkelman
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BBOT (Bighuge BLS OSINT Tool) – TheTechromancer (Joel Moore) & Paul Mueller
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BLE CTF – Ryan Holeman & Alek Amrani
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Build Inspector – A modern Javert on the trail of CI/CD Anomalies and Intruders – Jeremy Banker
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CNAPPGoat – Noam Dahan, Igal Gofman
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Dracon – Spyros Gasteratos
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Ek47 – Payload Encryption with Environmental Keys – Kevin Clark, Skyler Knecht
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EvilnoVNC: Next-Gen Spear Phishing Attacks – Joel Gámez Molina
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FlowMate – Florian Haag, Nicolas Schickert
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Glyph – Corey Hartman
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HardHat Command & Control Framework – Jonathan Owens
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ICS Forensics tool – Maayan Shaul & Ori Perez
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Katalina – Gabi Cirlig
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Kraken, a modular multi-language webshell for defense evasion – Raul Caro
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Lambda Looter – Doug Kent & Rob Ditmer
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Lupo: Malware IOC Extractor – Vishal Thakur
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OpenSSF Scorecard – Naveen Srinivasan & Neil Naveen
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OWASP crAPI: Completely Ridiculous API – Jayesh Ahire and Roshan Piyush
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Pcapinator: Rise of the PCAP Machines – Mike Spicer & Henry Hill
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ProjectDiscovery Nuclei – Brendan O’Leary & Pj Metz
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Red Wizard: user-friendly Red Teaming infrastructure – Ben Brücker
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RuleProcessorY & Gramify – Rule Optimization & Password Analysis tools – Niels Loozekoot
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Saturday – Joshua Herman
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Shufflecake, AKA Truecrypt on Steroids for Linux – Tommaso Gagliardoni & Elia Anzuoni
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Strix Interceptor – Lexie Thach
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SucoshScanny – Mustafa Bilgici, Tibet Öğünç
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T3SF (Technical TableTop Exercises Simulation Framework) – Federico Pacheco, Joaquin Lanfranconi
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The Metasploit Framework – Spencer McIntyre
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The Wifydra: Multiheaded RF Panopticon – Lozaning
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ThreatScraper: Automated Threat Intelligence Gathering and Analysis for VirusTotal – Aaron Morath & Dr. Scott Graham
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USBvalve – Expose USB activity on the fly – Cesare Pizzi
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Vacuum Robot Hacking – Dennis Giese
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Veilid – TC Johnson & Deth Veggie
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Vulnerable by Design: Unguard, The Insecure Cloud-Native Twitter Clone – Simon Ammer, Christoph Wedenig
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Workshops Table
Longer, more detailed, hands on, lasting half a day.
These have limited seating. These will fill up VERY quickly!
These workshops are all SOLD OUT. Their registration opened July 5 Noon PDT
One Page All Workshops list with descriptions
DEF CON 31 All Workshops Forum page
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SOLD OUT – Creating and uncovering malicious containers Redux – Adrian Wood, David Mitchell
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SOLD OUT – Flipping the Coin: Red and Blue Teaming in Windows Environments – Angus Strom, Troy Defty
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SOLD OUT – Snakes on a Screen: Taming… – Anthony Rose, Gannon “Dorf” Gebauer, Vincent "Vinnybod" Rose
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SOLD OUT – Pentesting Inductiral Control Systems: OCP-U-HACK – Arnaud SOULLIE, Alexandrine TORRENTS
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SOLD OUT – Hands-On TCP/IP Deep Dive with Wireshark – Chris Greer
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SOLD OUT – The Petting Zoo: Breaking into CTFs – Christopher Forte, Robert Fitzpatrick
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SOLD OUT – Hacking The Metal: An Intro to ARM Assembly Language Programming – Eigentourist
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SOLD OUT – Starbase: open source graph security analysis – Guillaume Ross, Austin Kelleher, Adam Pierson
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SOLD OUT – How hackers can send feedback directly to policymakers like the pros – Harley Geiger, Amit Elazari
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SOLD OUT – Long Live the Empire… – Jake "Hubble" Krasnov, Dylan "CyberStryke" Butler, Kevin “Kent” Clark
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SOLD OUT – Hide your kids, turn off your Wi-Fi, they Rogue… – James Hawk, Lander Beyer, Daniel Costantini
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SOLD OUT – Email Detection Engineering and Threat Hunting Inbox – Josh Kamdjou, Alfie Champion
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SOLD OUT – Analysis 101 for Incident Responders – Kristy Westphal
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SOLD OUT – Android App Hacking – Maria Uretsky, Kavia Venkatesh, Sajjad "JJ" Arshad, Olivier Tuchon
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SOLD OUT – Introduction to Cryptographic Attacks – Matt Cheung
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SOLD OUT – DotNet Malware Analysis Masterclass – Max Kersten
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SOLD OUT – BLE Security 201 – Maxine Filcher, Zach Reavis
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SOLD OUT – House… – Maxwell Dulin, Nathan Kirkland, Zachary Minneker, Kenzie Dolan, Elizabeth St. Germain
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SOLD OUT – Digital Forensics and Incident Response Against the Digital… – Michael Solomon, Michael Register
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SOLD OUT – These Port Scans are Trash: Improving Nmap by Writing New Scripts and Libraries – Phil Young
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SOLD OUT – Advanced WiFi Attacks for Red Team Professionals – Raúl Calvo Laorden
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SOLD OUT – Getting into Trouble with Machine Learning Models – Robert Koehlmoos
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SOLD OUT – Protecting the AWS ecosystem – Rodrigo Montoro
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SOLD OUT – Active Directory Attacks: The Good, The Bad, and… – Ryan Chapman, Aaron Rosenmund, Brandon DeVault
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SOLD OUT – Learning to Hack Bluetooth Low Energy with BLE CTF – Ryan Holeman
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SOLD OUT – Machine Learning for N00bs – Sam Bowne, Elizabeth Biddlecome, Kaitlyn Handelman, Irvin Lemus
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SOLD OUT – Introduction to Exploit Development – Sam Bowne, Elizabeth Biddlecome,Kaitlyn Handelman, Irvin Lemus
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SOLD OUT – Applied Emulation – Sergei Frankoff, Sean Wilson
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SOLD OUT – The Joy of Reverse Engineering: Learning With Ghidra and WinDbg – Wes McGrew
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SOLD OUT – Malware development on secured environment – Yoann DEQUEKER
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Paid Training Table
2 day training sessions on the Mon and Tue after DEF CON. There will be an additional cost for these.
One Page All Paid Training list with descriptions
DEF CON 31 All Paid Training Forum page
DEF CON 31 Training Signup Pages
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Cloud Security Masterclass Defender’s Guide to Securing AWS &… $2,000 early $1,600 – Abhinav Singh
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– API Exploration and Exploitation $2,800
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Hacking Organizations: Phishing Not Required $1,500 – Ben Sadeghipour
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Cyber Threat Intelligence A… $1,900 – Bobby Thomas, Matthew Lamanna, Kyle Smathers, Nathan Johnson
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TCP/IP Deep Dive for Ethical Hackers – Featuring Wireshark $1,400 – Chris Greer
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Hackable.sol: Smart Contract Hacking in Solidity $1,500 – Davide Cioccia
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Simulated Adversary – Jayson E. Street
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Cloud Forensics Workshop and CTF Challenge: Lab Rat Edition – Kerry Hazelton
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Hands-on incident response in the cloud — Microsoft edition $2,250 – Korstiaan Stam
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A Practical Approach to Breaking & Pwning Kubernetes Clusters $2,800 – Madhu Akula
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– Offensive IoT Exploitation $2,000
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SOC 101 – Rod Soto
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Hacking Cryptography $2,000 – Ruben Gonzalez
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Practical Code Review $2,000 – Seth Law & Ken Johnson
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– Software Defined Radios 101 $2,500
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Orange Cyberdefense $2,600 – Web Hacking Bootcamp
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Vendors Table
Vendors attending DEF CON
One Page All Vendors list with descriptions
The Vendor room is in Caesars Forum – Forum Ballroom, 130-132, 134
| 1BitSquared LLC |
| Ascent-Portal |
| Bizarre Magic Inc. |
| Black Hills Information Security |
| BoardSRC LLC |
| Capitol Technology University |
| Cigent Technology, Inc. |
| Cryptocurrency Hackers |
| DEF CON 31 CFP Review Panel |
| DEF CON 31 CFP Review Panel |
| DEF CON Communications |
| DesignFlaw |
| EFF |
| Hack The Box |
| Hacker Warehouse |
| HackerBoxes |
| Hak5 LLC |
| HotWAN |
| Keyport, Inc. |
| Lacework |
| Mar Williams |
| Miscreants LLC |
| Netool LLC |
| No Starch Press, Inc. |
| Nuand LLC |
| OpenVPN |
| PhysSec Education (Physical Security Village) |
| Salty Security |
| Science & Design, Inc. |
| SLNT Inc. |
| SPARROWS Lock Picks |
| SquareX Pte Ltd |
| Start9 Labs, Inc |
| The Calyx Institute |
| The Open Organisation of Lockpickers |
| The OWASP Foundation Inc. |
| The SecOps Inc. |
| The Tor Project, Inc. |
| Transportation Security Administration |
| University of Advancing Technology |
| Women in Security and Privacy |
| Xcape, Inc. |
| XXX.VPN |
Links
DEF CON . org Links
DEF CON Main page
DEF CON 31 Home Page
DEF CON Recent News
DEF CON FAQ
DEF CON 31 FAQ
DEF CON 31 Venue
DEF CON 31 Schedule
DEF CON 31 Policy
DEF CON 31 Training Signup
DEF CON CTF Nautilus Institute, Twitter @Nautilus_CTF
DEF CON YouTube channel, prev years talks
DEF CON Forum Calendar
DEF CON 31 Planning Forum page
DEF CON 30 Hackers with Disabilities HDA Infopack
DEF CON 31 Speakers & Presentations Forum page
DEF CON 31 Villages Forum page
DEF CON 31 Contests Forum page
DEF CON 31 Parties & Gatherings & Events Forum page
DEF CON 31 Demolabs Forum page
DEF CON 31 Workshops Forum page - Registration opened on July 5 at Noon PDT! - All Workshops are Sold Out!
DEF CON 31 Paid Training Forum page - These occur the 2 days following DEF CON
Thanks to the InfoBooth crew for providing access to their backend database. <claps> to their hard work!
Combined Schedules of DEF CON, Villages, and everything else DC31
Hacker Tracker - Android and IOS - the official DEF CON schedule app
The ONE! - A consolidated DEFCON 31 schedule in multiple file formats - html, PDF, CSV, ICAL, epub, mobi, Google calendar
info.defcon.org - the official DEF CON InfoBooth site
Other Interesting Links
Hackers with Disabilities DEF CON 31 HDA Infopack
@defconparties - calendar
defconmusic - Schedule/News from the DC Artists & Entertainment ( A&E ) Department
DEFCONorg Twitch stream
defconmusic DEF CON Entertainment Twitch stream
defconmusic YouTube channel
DCTV - DEF CON TV: Twitch streams and Hotel TV channels
#badgelife spreadsheet of unofficial badges for DC31
@qumqats Twitter List of Village accounts to assist in watching Village happenings
Other cons during #SummerHackerCamp
Guides/Tips/FAQs
DEF CON A&E - Resources - Rough Distances and Maps
Guide to Attending DEF CON 31
How to Survive Def Con 2022
OpSec For DEF CON 30
DCG 201 Hacker Double Summer 2023 Guides
Birds of a Feather-Resources for 2022 Hacker Summer Camp
Lonely Hackers Club - DEF CON n00b guide - reddit thread
The Lost Policymaker's Guide to Hacker Summer Camp
Holon DEF CON 30 Preparation
DEF CON: The Survival Guide
Preparing for "Hacker Summer Camp"
General / previous years
DEF CON for N00bs
JK-47 - BSidesLV & DEFCON Conference Tips
Just another DEF CON guide
HACKER SUMMER CAMP 2018 GUIDE
On Attending DefCon
