- 5 Jun 2013
Mercury v2.2.1
Mercury, an Android security testing tool, released its final version 2.2.1 with significant updates. The release included a new BSD license, improved PATH functionality, and a new Windows installer. The project will transition to its successor drozer at BlackHat Arsenal.
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Alex Plaskett - 3 Jun 2013
Is Blackberry Dead?
Alex Plaskett from MWR presented an overview of Blackberry 10's security features at the MWR Briefing in 2013. The presentation explored the mobile operating system's security capabilities and potential future. A PDF of the presentation is available for download.
- 16 May 2013
HackFu Venue - Clue 7
The 7th clue in a puzzle references a person named Juliet working in Hartley during the 1980s. The clue appears to be part of a cryptic challenge or puzzle context. Specific details about the purpose or full meaning of the clue remain unclear.
- 16 May 2013
MWR HackLab - Getting Frequency with SDR
A Software Defined Radio (SDR) workshop explored wireless signal interception and replay techniques using tools like USRP E100 and GNU/Radio. The project focused on analyzing low-cost wireless devices, such as 433MHz doorbells, demonstrating vulnerabilities in basic wireless technologies through signal capture and replay attacks.
- 16 May 2013
MWR HackLab - MWRcade
MWR HackLab developed a custom arcade machine capable of running multiple console emulators across different platforms. The project aimed to create a unified gaming interface using Linux, SDL, and Python for settling office disputes between employees. The machine supports multiple gaming consoles and was designed to enable remote multiplayer gaming between different office locations.
- 10 May 2013
HackFu Venue - Clue 6
The 6th clue for a HackFu event provides a betting-related instruction. The clue specifies betting on 6 doubles, 4 trebles, and a fourfold accumulator. The context appears to be part of a game or challenge involving betting strategies.
- 2 May 2013
HackFu Venue - Clue 5
The fifth clue for the HackFu venue location is presented as a mathematical puzzle involving exponents and arithmetic operations. The puzzle requires solving an equation to determine the event's location. This clue is part of a series of puzzles leading to the final venue reveal.
- 30 Apr 2013
MWR Challenge 2013
MWR InfoSecurity launched its 2013 cybersecurity challenge called "The Hunt for Ilichy". The competition invited participants to solve counter-intelligence puzzles with the opportunity to win tickets to HackFu, their annual hacking event. Ten winners would receive event entry, accommodation, and potentially travel prizes for exceptional submissions.
- 25 Apr 2013
HackFu Venue - Clue 4
A HackFu event puzzle presents a riddle about a ballet dancer's post-university experience. The clue challenges participants to fill in a two-word blank describing the dancer's situation after graduating. The puzzle is presented as a Blankety Blank-style challenge with an accompanying image.
- 25 Apr 2013
MWR HackLab - Chubby Data
A team analyzed a massive 9TB internet scan dataset using cloud and NoSQL technologies. Multiple approaches were explored to make the data searchable, including Amazon CloudSearch for FTP banners, SQL databases for NBTStat scan results, and NoSQL databases like CouchDB and ElasticSearch for HTTP headers. The project focused on developing efficient parsing and search techniques for large-scale internet infrastructure data.
- 25 Apr 2013
MWR HackLab - Root/Beer Fridge
A cybersecurity team created an innovative beer fridge that unlocks through hacking challenges. The system uses a Raspberry Pi and Arduino with solenoid locks to create an interactive reward mechanism for solving technical puzzles. The project aimed to gamify hacking achievements by providing beer as a reward for completing security challenges.
- 22 Apr 2013
MWR HackLab
MWR Labs hosted an internal hackathon where team members collaborated on diverse technology projects. Participants worked on innovative ideas across areas like data analysis, hardware hacking, and electronic systems. The event fostered creativity and team engagement through hands-on exploration of technical challenges.