Listen to the Whispers: Web Timing Attacks that Actually Work
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Black Hat USA 2024 · Day 1 · Briefing
In "Listen to the Whispers: Web Timing Attacks that Actually Work," the speaker delves into the often-misunderstood realm of **web timing attacks**, an attack class notorious for its theoretical potency yet practical elusiveness. The talk addresses a fundamental "timing divide" – the vast chasm between what appears possible in academic research or controlled lab environments and what genuinely works against real-world web applications. The speaker, whose personal circumstances involved the unexpected early birth of his daughter, delivered this presentation virtually, bringing a candid and personal perspective to a decade-long avoidance of this challenging research area.