How Extra Features In Contactless Payments Break Security, What We Can Do

Explore the security vulnerabilities in contactless payment systems through this 35-minute conference talk that examines how additional features compromise payment security. Learn about the specific weaknesses introduced by extra functionalities in contactless payment technologies and discover the technical mechanisms that attackers can exploit. Understand the current state of contactless payment security, including how convenience features create attack vectors that weren't present in traditional payment methods. Gain insights into the research methodology used to identify these vulnerabilities and examine real-world examples of how these security flaws can be exploited. Discover practical recommendations and potential solutions that the payment industry can implement to address these security concerns while maintaining the convenience that users expect from contactless payments.