Our research at the Beyond Defense Lab centers on advancing cybersecurity in critical digital infrastructures, with a particular emphasis on VPNs, space systems, mobile applications, and web services. We combine malware analysis, vulnerability management, and threat intelligence to identify weaknesses, develop threat models, and build robust defenses against emerging attack vectors.
We investigate attacks and defenses in mobile VPNs, focusing on vulnerabilities and user privacy risks. Our work aims to enhance secure adoption of VPN technologies.
View publications ↗Our research addresses the unique security challenges of space systems, including onboard communication paradigms, satellite-to-ground station interaction, and onboard data integrity. We develop threat models and defense mechanisms to protect space-based assets from cyber threats.
View publications ↗We sometimes conduct security audits of mobile applications and web services, identifying vulnerabilities such as insecure data handling, API weaknesses, and authentication flaws. This line of work contributes to safer technology adoption and informed trust in digital ecosystems.
View publications ↗We are also interested in designing and implementing tooling for malware creation and analysis, vulnerability scanning, and decision-making in resource-constrained environments. Our works supports both offensive research and the development of novel defenses.
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