Chapter 372
Chapter 372: Chapter 44 Chu Anqing’s Life Gamble_2 Chapter 372: Chapter 44 Chu Anqing’s Life Gamble_2 “But…
what about September 17th?
If it weren’t for the kind citizen providing us with the vulnerability information today, we would not have even been able to detect Kevin Walker’s traces.
Such a genius youth certainly has more powerful trump cards hidden, doesn’t he?
He has already infiltrated the security defense systems of many countries, even including Mi Country’s Pentagon, without a single defeat.
I am really worried…”
…
Director Liu An waved his hand, dismissing the technicians and instructing them to urgently repair the vulnerabilities and, by generalizing from this particular case, to learn from Kevin Walker’s new thoughts and attack habits, and to understand the enemy better.
Bang.
The soundproof door to the secret meeting room closed.
Director Liu An rose solemnly, walked to the opposite side of the meeting table, and firmly shook Lin Xian’s hand:
“Mr.
Lin, I’m extremely grateful for the vulnerability information you’ve provided us.
Without your timely help… it’s hard to imagine, how terribly we would have lost on September 17th, and how embarrassing it would have been.”
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He turned his head to glance at Teacher Gao Yan, and after they exchanged nods, Liu An faced Lin Xian again and said:“Mr.
Lin, one doesn’t get rewarded without merits, and we speak plainly here.
I also know that your purpose in coming here isn’t just to deliver details of vulnerabilities.
You must have other matters.”
“You’ve helped us, you’ve done a great favor for the country, so whatever request you have, just say it.
As long as it doesn’t go against principles and regulations, I will certainly agree!”
Lin Xian nodded with a smile.
On his way here, Dean Gao Yan had spoken to Lin Xian about Liu An, describing him as straightforward and sometimes impulsive, lacking a bit of steadiness and composure when needed, but a person of good character and heart.
Liu An was devoted to the country, contributing outstandingly in the field of national security.
He was also very direct and didn’t beat around the bush or indulge in circuitous talk.
Any demands could be discussed openly with him.
A ‘yes’ meant ‘yes,’ and a ‘no’ meant ‘no.’ Liu An was a person who wouldn’t evade or be vague and perfunctory.
“Director Liu, then I’ll just speak frankly.
Actually, I have two requests for coming here today,” Lin Xian stated truthfully:
“The first request might be a bit difficult…
I want to join our team that’s participating in the World Hacker Competition.
I don’t aim to be an official member; being a substitute or even a water cooler attendant is fine.
I just want to go to the competition to have a look and experience it.”
“That’s no problem at all, not difficult at all,” Director Liu An laughed heartily:
“Our contest team this time is led by the National Security Bureau, with special forces providing escort and protection.
There are already many accompanying staff; one more won’t make a difference.
It’s not a problem.”
“Moreover…
on the contrary, I’m actually more curious.
Mr.
Lin, you helped us find so many vulnerabilities in the Great Firewall, which shows your skills are way above our technicians.”
“Of course, don’t misunderstand, I don’t mean to investigate.
I have also dealt with all sorts of hackers domestically.
Everyone has different objectives and identities, they also have their ways of surviving.
So I won’t ask you any detailed questions.
But, to return to the subject…”
“I can’t help but have expectations of you.
So, could you disclose what kind of hacking program you’ve prepared?
What is it designed to break into?”
“My skills are actually quite ordinary…” Lin Xian said with a smile:
“The thing about vulnerabilities wasn’t just my effort alone.
As you said, there are many experts out there.
Let’s not delve into that.
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If you really let me join as an official team member for the Hacker Competition, the vulnerability I’ve prepared involves hacking Tesla cars.”
“I will execute a TOCTOU attack on the Tesla Gateway, and use heap overflow and OOB writing to hack into the Tesla car system, gaining full driving and safety permissions.”
Director Liu An had a moment of realization:
“Then this…
would mean a complete hack of Tesla, that’s very impressive!
As far as I know, hacker teams that target Tesla around the world have only managed to hack the infotainment system.
Gaining vehicle control…you would be the first one I know of.”
He nodded thoughtfully:
“Not to hide it from you, our five contestants have prepared vulnerabilities that, in terms of difficulty, aren’t much stronger than yours, perhaps even weaker.”
“Moreover, one of our colleagues in the Information Security Department, he actually didn’t want to take part in this World Hacker Competition.
He says that competing in such an event is meaningless, akin to handing out vulnerabilities to internet companies for free.
He believes that the top priority is to secure the Skynet System.
He has repeatedly applied to me, requesting a replacement to take his place in the Hacker Competition, while he stays back to protect the Skynet System.
I understand his position, as he is one of the founding builders of the Skynet System and holds deep affection for it, like a child.”
“However, the considerations of the country are multifaceted.
The idea is definitely to protect the Skynet System while also winning this World Hacker Competition.
It might not be about flaunting our national prowess, but at least it’s to teach those arrogant people who look down on China’s internet technology a lesson.
So, after weighing the options, we still decided to let this highly skilled colleague participate in the World Hacker Competition.”