Chinese Mechanical Locks: An Insight into a Unique World of Locks
Lucas Zhao examines in most of the world, the lock market is pretty unremarkable.
Summary
Architecture and Background
In most of the world, the lock market is pretty unremarkable. However, there is a whole other world of lock designs that are sold exclusively to the Chinese domestic market.
Vulnerability Analysis
This presentation will discuss a variety of topics regarding Chinese mechanical lock designs, from the unique dynamics of the market that fostered these designs, to flaws present in these designs, as well as how we can use some of these principles present in these locks for use in other situations. Lucas Zhao (UrbanHawk) is a 19-year-old lockpicker (albeit a mediocre one) with a special interest in Chinese locks, and an avid collector of locks from all over the world.
Exploitation and Demonstrations
He has been dissecting and researching locks since he was 10 years of age, and has a fairly comprehensive knowledge of all things related to locks. He loves to talk endlessly about his lock interests to anyone who will listen, much to the annoyance of his friends, who now avoid actively avoid him.
Remediation and Defensive Strategies
He currently attends Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, OH as an undergraduate student. Twitter: @TheUrbanHawk
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