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Learn the art and science of credential counterfeiting in this 21-minute conference talk that exposes the vulnerabilities in event security systems. Discover how anticounterfeiting measures work in the secretive world of credential protection, where companies rely heavily on security through obscurity, and understand why live events present unique challenges for both counterfeiters and security professionals due to their fast-moving, dynamic nature and limited timeframes. Explore the basic techniques that can defeat most event credentials using a combination of social engineering, arts and crafts skills, and careful observation, including methods to overcome advanced security features like UV ink and holograms using simple DIY approaches you might have learned in art class. Examine 11 common beginner mistakes that would-be counterfeiters make and learn how to avoid them through analysis of real historical credentials from prestigious organizations including NASA, NATO, the US Navy, and the NFL. Gain insights into the escalating arms race between event producers and counterfeiters as ticket prices continue to rise and live events become increasingly targeted for fraudulent access.
