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November 2024 – Connecting the Conference

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Get ready for a spine-tingling November RISE meeting on Thursday, November 14th at 6PM at VWCC (details below). We’ve got a chilling lineup of spooky good tech talks and announcements.

A Hauntingly Good Talk

First up, Ben, Aaron, and Mark of the BSides Roanoke Badge Team will be conjuring up a spellbinding presentation titled “Connecting the Conference”. Prepare to be amazed as they unveil the secrets behind their magical creations. They shared the following:

This presentation isn’t your typical tech talk – prepare to enter the whimsical world of electronic badge creation! We’ll journey through the entire process, from the initial spark of an idea to holding a fully functional, interactive badge in our hands. But this is no ordinary badge. It’s a pocketful of puzzles, a platform for playful hacking, and a testament to the fusion of creativity and technology. Imagine a badge that can communicate with its brethren, battling it out in a silent game of rock, paper, scissors, all thanks to the magic of near-field communication (NFC).

Get ready to explore the fascinating world of microcontrollers, firmware, and the intricate dance of bits and bytes. We’ll unravel the mysteries of crafting a custom circuit board, breathing life into LEDs that blink in Morse code, and even constructing a central “kiosk” that acts as the beating heart of our badge ecosystem. Brace yourself for tales of coding triumphs and troubleshooting tribulations, all seasoned with a dash of humor. We’ll share the secrets of designing puzzles that range from deciphering flashing lights to cracking codes hidden in a “wacky font.” Oh, and be warned, you might even encounter a riddle about an “army of the undead.” By the end, you’ll leave not only with a newfound appreciation for the art of electronic badge building but also be armed with the knowledge to embark on your own badge building adventure.

Call for Dark Arts Demonstrations

Are you a wizard of the digital realm? Do you possess the power to thwart the forces of darkness? We’re seeking skilled practitioners to showcase their abilities in RBTC’s  Defense Against the Dark Arts session. Submit your proposal to unleash your arcane knowledge at https://go.vacr.io/2024-dark-arts-rfp.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gather with fellow tech enthusiasts and delve into the shadowy corners of the digital world.

See you there, if you dare!

November 14th Meeting Details

We will be meeting at Virginia Western Community College in the Hall Family Business/Science Building.   Take the stairs to the left and go to the third floor and go to the CyberSecurity lab in room M302.

Meeting info:

Virginia Western Community College
Business/Science Building, Room M302
November 14th, 2024 @ 6PM
https://maps.app.goo.gl/ToJyoaMJ5BUy417QA

Online Session: Sign up for the mailing list to get the online session!

June 2024 – Left of Boom

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Hey there! Get ready for an action-packed couple of months!

First things first, let’s talk about our June RISE meeting on June 13th. It’s called “Left of Boom,” a fantastic collaboration between RISE and RBTC. We’re diving deep into proactive IT security strategies. We’ll delve into disaster recovery and business continuity from an IT security perspective, exploring how to identify and mitigate potential risks before they escalate into major security incidents. Our very own Rob Garbee will kick things off with a concise presentation, followed by an interactive discussion on best practices for enhancing IT security resilience.

So, join us at Virginia Western Community College in Room M302 for an evening of knowledge-sharing and networking.  Note: there will be a nominal fee of $10 to cover the cost of food and drinks.

Secure your spot by registering here: Link to Register

Secondly, don’t miss out on registering for BSides Roanoke 2024!  This event will be held at Virginia Western Community College in the Whitman Theater on July 12th.  This is a great opportunity to learn and collaborate with others in the Information Security community.  We will have a wide range of talks and workshops that are sure to meet you where you are in your information security journey.  From badge hacks, CTF’s or engaging talks about ready-to-use Jupyter Notebooks for large-scale threat hunting, this conference has it all.  Check it out and get your ticket now at Link to register

Additional event details can be found at BSidesroa.org. 

That’s about all I have for this month.  See you on June 13th and then later at BSides Roanoke 2024!

Directions to Virginia Western Community College
3094 Colonial Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24015