Owfuzz - WiFi Nightmare
Explore the intricacies of WiFi security in this 31-minute Black Hat conference talk. Delve into the unique challenges faced by WiFi networks due to their use of unprotected air as a medium. Trace the evolution of WiFi security protocols alongside the development of WiFi technology itself. Examine persistent vulnerabilities in WiFi protocols and implementations, even with the advent of WiFi 6 and WPA3. Learn about the Owfuzz architecture, fuzzing strategies, and anomaly detection techniques. Discover various WiFi attack surfaces, including authentication DoS, (re)association DoS, beacon DoS, and channel-based MitM attacks. Gain insights into WiFi protocol families, elements, extensions, and protocol stack implementations. Understand frame fuzzing mutation strategies and Qualcomm IEs parsing. Conclude with a comprehensive overview of discovered vulnerabilities and their implications for WiFi security.