Hacking Airplanes - The Reality vs the Hype
Explore the reality of airplane hacking in this 29-minute conference talk from Ekoparty 2021: Patagon Aerospace. Delve into Ken Munro's research on airplane security, made possible by the unexpected retirement of aircraft due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Learn about the vulnerabilities discovered in fully functional retired planes, including A320s and B747s, and gain insights into the challenges and misconceptions surrounding airplane hacking. Discover tips and tricks for conducting safe research in aviation cybersecurity, and understand the importance of responsible vulnerability disclosure. Gain valuable knowledge from Pen Test Partners' experience in contributing to aviation regulators' cybersecurity guidance and their involvement with the DEFCON Aerospace Village.