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Despite rigorous testing that software and electronic devices using them go through before the release, we know that no device is perfectly safe. There are points of vulnerability that are difficult to detect, but which can be exploited by hackers for financial or other gain. There is a competition in China that draws hackers which are tasked to break into the protected systems and devices. The results of this competition point out weak spots, so in general, manufacturers welcome these kinds of contest.
Key Takeaways:
- Patches exist for a reason. Although new devices are routinely reviewed for problems prior to their release date, issues can still slip by the checkers.
- The Tianfu Cup is an annual Chinese competition and a part of the country’s yearly Cybersecurity Summit.
- Besides talks and demonstrations, the summit affords cyber-geeks and ethical hackers a chance to strut their stuff.
“It is also not common for people who don’t work in the cybersecurity industry to discover these flaws.”
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