About

Purpose of this blog: Blogs written here are intended to share some particulars that I came across or felt the need for, sometimes new topics or approaches to understanding something. Occasionally, non-technical blogs will be included too.

About me: I’m currently working as a senior consultant for a global OEM. I’m involved in Automotive and IoT Ecosystems Security research with a passion for enhancing the security landscape of the Internet of Vehicles (IoV). I actively contribute to open-source communities as part of the organizing team for the Seasides conference and ASRG (Vulnerability Management and SOS conference) communities, focusing on fortifying vehicle security and mentoring individuals interested in Cyber Security. In simple terms, I enjoy focusing on breaking and securing things.

Education: In contrast, I studied Mechanical Engineering and possess a bachelor’s degree in the same.

Open Source: I try to contribute to communities whenever I can. I’m a proud volunteer at:

• Seasides: Organizing Committee.
• ASRG VM: Technical Committee - Vulnerability Management.
• Secure Our Streets: Organizing Committee and CFP Review Board.

Projects:

• CANalyse 2.0

Achievements:

• May 2023: Speaker - CANalyse V2.0 was Selected for BlackHat Asia Arsenal.

• Sep 2022: Trainer - Delivered a workshop Automotive Security Primer at C0C0N.
  • Trained niche audience from different backgrounds about connected vulnerabilities of Automotive ecosystems. Also, expertly demonstrated advanced CAN protocol attacks and the implementation of TARA in accordance with ISO/SAE 21434 standards.
• Sep 2022: Trainer - Delivered a training on Practical IoT Hacking at Nullcon.
  • Successfully designed and delivered insightful training on cutting-edge protocols such as UART, JTAG, SPI, I2C, CAN, MQTT, Zigbee, and BLE to a highly specialized audience of over 35 participants, demonstrating exceptional management skills throughout the three-day live session period.

• Aug 2022: Speaker - Demonstrated CANalyse 2.0 at various conferences such as DEFCON USA Car Hacking Village, BlackHat USA Arsenal, Seasides, Secure our Streets.

• May 2021: Speaker - CANalyse V1.0 was Selected for BlackHat Asia Arsenal.

• Mar 2020: Winner - Secured First place in the Hardware CTF conducted by Quarkslab, played along with Team bi0s Nullcon, Goa, India.

• Oct 2019: Speaker - BSides Delhi Car Hacking Village, Delhi, India.

Contact info: mail - linkedin