Airborne Cybersecurity Experiment Goes Awry The DEF CON crowd's alleged spoofing of Delta flight 591's onboard Wi Fi has sparked a mixture of intrigue and concern among cybersecurity experts and passengers alike.
The incident raises questions about the growing presence of amateur hackers in the security community, who may have the best intentions but can inadvertently put thousands at risk.
DEF CON is an annual conference that brings together some of the world's most skilled hackers to test vulnerabilities and push boundaries.