"DEF CON is one of those places where you walk in expecting to learn one thing and walk out realizing the possibilities are far greater than you imagined."
Notable Moments
[02:24] – Trevor explains what DEF CON is and why it's unique.
[04:36] – The rise of inclusivity and community groups like WISP and Diana Initiative.
[06:55] – Villages and Capture the Flag competitions explained.
[09:22] – A boat inside the Maritime Hacking Village surprises attendees.
[10:32] – The AI Cyber Challenge: DARPA and ARPA-H host a $4M competition.
[15:23] – Kubernetes workshops bring practical, take-home lessons.
[15:48] – Attacking AI image classifiers sparks conversations about healthcare.
[21:36] – Matt shares why exposure to diverse ideas at DEF CON benefits the Redox team.
Trevor Wilson, Staff Security Engineer at Redox, shares his experiences at DEF CON 2025. Trevor highlights the inclusive community, hands-on villages, and thought-provoking workshops. From hacking drones and boats to exploring vulnerabilities in AI models used in healthcare, the discussion reveals how DEF CON inspires curiosity and broadens security perspectives.
Episode Resources
https://aicyberchallenge.com/ - Main Site
https://archive.aicyberchallenge.com/ - Open Source Repos
Resources
https://redoxengine.com/
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