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[HOPE X] Elevator Hacking: From the Pit to the Penthouse

themarimbaincident · 40.4K views · 2014-07-23 · 1:55:54

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Overview

A HOPE X talk giving an in-depth explanation of how elevators work, from their history in hacker culture to using their control systems to bypass building security. It covers features and abilities of elevators that most people never see.

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HN commenters call it one of the most entertaining and informative con talks, and a good window into elevators from a hacker's view.

Recommended by 4 HN people across 5 months · HN mentions 2014–2023

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Security & hackingHacker culture & free softwareMechanical & precision engineering
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What people said

unixhero · 2018-10 · Strong recommendation

Elevator Hacking: From The Pit To The Penthouse by Deviant Ollam and Howard Payne [VIDEO] They've done several iterations of this, including a censored/shorter version for DEFCON 22. This version is the best, with all details, no secrets withheld. I find the content rather stunning, and I've even watched it several times.

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unixhero · 2016-08 · Strong recommendation

Does anyone know where the Blackhat 2016 videos will be posted? I've always found them incredibly educational. Okay I'll leave something behind as well. This is my favorite sec-conference video of all time: [HOPE X] Elevator Hacking: From the Pit to the Penthouse [VIDEO] Closely followed by DEF CON 18 - Joseph McCray - You Spent All That Money and You Still Got Owned... [LINK]

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nyolfen · 2015-08 · Strong recommendation

this reminds me of a truly excellent HOPE X presentation about elevator hacking[0]. one of the most entertaining con panels i've seen, and interesting information on an esoteric topic. [0] [VIDEO]

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