October 26, 2024 at 05:49AM Pwn2Own Ireland 2024 concluded with over $1 million awarded for 70+ zero-day vulnerabilities. Security researchers targeted devices across eight categories, earning $1,066,625. Viettel Cyber Security won the “Master of Pwn” title. The next event will be in Tokyo on January 22, 2025, focusing on the automotive industry. **Takeaways from Meeting … Read more
October 25, 2024 at 03:07AM On Day 3 of Pwn2Own Ireland 2024, white hat hackers exposed 11 more zero-day vulnerabilities, raising the prize pool to $874,875. Viettel Cyber Security excelled, securing significant rewards. By Day 3’s end, a total of 114 vulnerabilities had been revealed, highlighting the event’s importance in enhancing device security. **Meeting Takeaways … Read more
October 24, 2024 at 10:04AM On day two of Pwn2Own Ireland 2024, white hat hackers exposed 51 zero-day vulnerabilities, winning $358,625. The Viettel Cyber Security team led the competition, with participants like Pham Tuan Son and Ken Gannon achieving significant points and payouts. Overall, 103 vulnerabilities have been exploited, totaling $847,875 in prizes. **Meeting Takeaways … Read more
October 23, 2024 at 10:03AM On the first day of Pwn2Own Ireland, participants showcased 52 zero-day vulnerabilities, earning $486,250 in prizes. Viettel Cyber Security led with 13 points, while notable exploits included a $100,000 success by Summoning Team. The event featured various challenges, with three days remaining for competitors to exploit patched SOHO devices. ### … Read more
September 25, 2024 at 05:18PM The Pwn20wn Automotive contest returns to Tokyo in 2025 with over $1 million in cash and prizes. A random drawing determines the schedule of attempts, focusing on four categories: Tesla, in-vehicle infotainment (IVI), electric vehicle chargers, and operating systems. Prizes range from $20,000 to half a million dollars. Registration closes … Read more