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Live hacking: Think like a hacker – attack is the best way to defend yourself

We show how easy it is to break into companies – from USB sticks to domain administrators.
Real-life attack methods, practical examples!

Topic

Awareness / Phishing / FraudNetwork Security / Patch Management

When & Where

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Wed, 10/08/2025, 16:50 - 17:15

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Forum E, Booth 9-105

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Details

  • Format:

    it-sa insights

  • Language:

    German

Session description

Cyberattacks are no longer uncommon these days – they happen every day, in every industry, and often go unnoticed. But to protect yourself effectively, you need to understand how attackers think and act. In our live hacking, we take you to the other side: into the world of hackers.

You'll experience firsthand how an attack unfolds – from the first contact with a compromised USB stick to accessing internal data. Without using jargon, but with clear, practical examples, we show how quickly a minor oversight can escalate into a serious security incident.

Our live hacks are based on real attack methods used by cybercriminals. We demonstrate, among other things:

Initial gateway: How a seemingly harmless USB stick or link becomes a gateway.