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> For the rest of us, it's a nice convention where we can talk to real engineers and security researchers about problems that affect us Good for you. I'm glad
by jstarfish 8y ago
> For the rest of us, it's a nice convention where we can talk to real engineers and security researchers about problems that affect us
Good for you. I'm glad you got a chance to talk to real engineers and security researchers about problems that affect you. I hope you feel more secure as a result.
There are a number of other attendees who would also like to discuss the security problems that affect them, such as the notion that putting up a DnD sign on your hotel door is an implicit expectation that random men will corner you in your room. If these visitors aren't who they say they are, the only way out is through them. It being a convention of professional hackers, the fact that the only thing between you and an intruder is an electronic lock does not bestow much confidence in one's security.
Is it ok with you if we discuss this for a bit? Hopefully it doesn't get in the way of the important engineering and security research weighing on your mind.
- rustcharm 8y agoI had the DND sign up when I was in the room. But when I left, I took it down so the room could be cleaned. Nobody other than the cleaning staff came in my room and they did a good job (I have video!) I was not visited by security. I had tools including soldering irons and 2-way radios in my room. If you don't allow the cleaning staff in the room at least once a day, someone from Security will check the room. Don't create drama when it's not needed. Worry about important things.