From Phantom to Inception: Leaking Data Using Branch-Free Predictor Training
Offered By: OffensiveCon via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore a groundbreaking conference talk that delves into the innovative technique of leaking data using branch-free predictor training, presented by Daniel Trujillo and Johannes Wikner at OffensiveCon24. Discover how this method, dubbed "From Phantom to Inception," challenges conventional security assumptions and potentially revolutionizes data extraction methodologies. Gain insights into the intricacies of branch prediction mechanisms and their unexpected vulnerabilities, as the speakers demonstrate how these can be exploited to exfiltrate sensitive information. Understand the implications of this research for cybersecurity professionals, hardware designers, and software developers alike, and explore potential countermeasures to mitigate these newly uncovered risks.
Syllabus
OffensiveCon24 - Daniel Trujillo and Johannes Wikner
Taught by
OffensiveCon
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