Blog – We Hack People

Open a Locked Door With Canned Air or Hand Warmer – Covert Entry Techniques

January 24, 2022

The Attack: In our presentations on “Covert Entry“, we discuss bypassing locked doors equipped with REX (request-to-exit) sensors as it’s one of the go-to vulnerabilities that we exploit during assessments. The vulnerability is very common, and the attack is quick. When we share this information, there are those who think it’s just a “trick” and … More Open a Locked Door With Canned Air or Hand Warmer – Covert Entry Techniques

Covert Entry Specialist – EDC

September 14, 2020

I wanted to share the gear that has become my EDC (Every Day Carry) setup. I carry these custom-built tools with me on covert entry assessments, as well as most trips. I like to be prepared for the “what if” scenarios. Let’s start from left to right with the image above. Hand Cop Up first, … More Covert Entry Specialist – EDC

OSINTion Podcast with Joe Gray

May 8, 2023

On March 07, 2023, we enjoyed conversation with friend and OSINT specialist Joe Gray on his “OSINTion” podcast. Discussions were based around intelligence report writing, rules-of-engagement when dealing with personal devices and individuals, certifications, and of course, social engineering techniques and topics. We appreciated being on the show and hope that you enjoy watching and … More OSINTion Podcast with Joe Gray

Quick Talk – Hacker Memory Lane

August 29, 2022

Join Tim and Brent as they discuss stories of their early exploits with old-school hacking, phone phreaking, 90’s hacker culture, \as well as what motivated them to pursue careers in Information Security.

War Story: “Can I see that?”

August 18, 2022

When traveling for these types of assessments, we always consider the location of a client’s facilities. Often, we’re fortunate enough that these locations are adjacent to a hotel, café, food court, or a shared facility in general. How does this help, other than the convenience of a nap or food in between efforts? To a malicious actor, one can use this to conduct passive reconnaissance to gather useful information which is anything from the target facility’s dress code, ingress/egress points, security camera placement, style of… … More War Story: “Can I see that?”

Podcast – Security Weekly

June 8, 2022

Thanks to the crew at Security Weekly for having me on their show! This was a fun conversation around physical security, covert entry, EDC (every day carry) tools and concealed covert entry tools and escape devices. Here’s a link and description of the podcast from their website:https://securityweekly.com/shows/covert-edc-physical-pen-tests-brent-white-psw-726/ Discussing every-day-carry items that are utilized during covert … More Podcast – Security Weekly

Adams-Rite Deadlatch Bypass Custom Tool

February 10, 2021

The Adams Rite style mortised dead latch is susceptible to a simple bypass by reaching inside of the lock, pulling the correct bold, and it will unlock. There are tools that you can purchase such as the “long shot” tool from Sparrows. These tools work great, and I have no issues with them. However, my … More Adams-Rite Deadlatch Bypass Custom Tool

War Story: The Key

February 10, 2021

Assessment Type: Covert Physical Security Assessment (Onsite)Target Type: Corporate Financial Institute Assessment Background When performing red team engagements that include physical and onsite social engineering components, our ability to piggyback/tailgate into target buildings and sensitive areas has an extremely high success rate. Walking in a confident manner and going through the motions of “badging in,” is simple … More War Story: The Key

War Story: Piggyback BBQ

October 7, 2020

Assessment Type: Red Team (Onsite)Target Type: Corporate Healthcare Institute Assessment Background With a loose-fitting patterned tie, white button-up shirt, some gray slacks, and a fake badge draped around my neck (that I had made up and printed at the hotel earlier that morning during breakfast), I was dropped off at the target facility by a fellow consultant. … More War Story: Piggyback BBQ

Tactical Reversed Lock Picking Practice Stand

September 4, 2020

“This device allows you to practice lock picking as though you’re having to reach through security bars, and the lock is not in clear view.“ When we first learn to pick locks, we often hold the padlock comfortable in our hands, placing it in the perfect position. This helps us to learn the basic, and … More Tactical Reversed Lock Picking Practice Stand

War Story: Keyloggers and Coffee

September 3, 2020

We have several war stories like this and often share them as case studies during the presentations and training that Brent and I conduct. I am kicking off a series of regular War Stories that will be shared here! By sharing these stories, I hope to provide some legitimate examples of how we have been … More War Story: Keyloggers and Coffee

Portable RFID Access Control Lab

August 27, 2020

When teaching how to attack access control systems such as proximity card readers, it’s much easier to have a solution that allows me to demonstrate, as well as provides students the ability to practice these attacks in the classroom.Access control systems vary from location to location, and getting approval from the facility’s owner to attack … More Portable RFID Access Control Lab

Covert Entry Multi-tool Build

August 18, 2020

During Covert Entry assessments, the last thing that you want to do is to be noticed. Fumbling around in a bag trying to find the bypass tool that’s needed will certainly draw attention. If you have seen my other posts or videos, you will see that I focus on creating tools for Covert Entry that … More Covert Entry Multi-tool Build

BosCloner – Review and Tips

August 17, 2020

The “BosCloner” is an extremely handy, on-the-fly, RFID badge cloning tool. Since I’ve had the privilege of using this tool on a few covert entry engagements, I find myself telling people about it in all RFID-related conversations–and we have quite a few. The product video on the website is pretty accurate in that you can … More BosCloner – Review and Tips

Who’s Your Hacker -Presentation

June 10, 2020

Who’s Your Hacker interviewed Tim and I regarding social engineering, penetration testing, red teaming, surveillance, and much more. There were great questions, and some great insight to what we do. 🙂 Thanks for having us on!

Podcast – Covert Entry Closet

June 9, 2020

Thanks to Low Voltage Nation for inviting me to be on another fun podcast!This one was in my office, where I focused on a handful of tools utilized for covert entry, wireless surveillance, social engineering, and a few more. You’ll hear me refer to other videos that demonstrate that particular tool being used. To … More Podcast – Covert Entry Closet

Open a locked door with a piece of plastic

January 29, 2020

Opening a locked door with just a piece of plastic is just as bad and simple as it sounds. If a lock is not equipped with, or has a deadlatch button that’s improperly configure, it’s very easy and quick to slip the latch and let yourself in. In the following videos, you’ll see where I … More Open a locked door with a piece of plastic

We Hack People – Covert Entry

Tim Roberts, Brent White – Covert Entry, Social Engineering, Red Team, Hacking, Physical Security, Bypass, Lock picking