Season Cherian
Season Cherian is a hacker and entrepreneur with deep expertise in technical and strategic security across both private and public sectors. Leading Hardware Security Research at Traboda Cyber Labs, he specializes in OT System Security Analysis, IoT Security, and N-day research. Beyond his entrepreneurial pursuits, Season is a key organizer of the bi0s meetup, collaborating with a team to host monthly sessions that draw top cybersecurity experts and researchers, promoting cutting-edge discussions and advancements. Additionally, he is a speaker and trainer at premier conferences, including Black Hat, SINCON, and InCTF.
Sessions
Grab a soldering iron, clip in a shield, and choose your playground. Our drop-in Hardware CTF lets attendees build, and then break, two purpose‑built open‑source boards: CompatrIoT, which mirrors everyday smart‑home devices, and CompatriOT, a pocket‑sized PLC rig that behaves like the gear running factory floors. A quick solder‑on gateway earns the first flag; after that, players explore firmware extraction, wireless and NFC tricks, protocol tampering, and control‑logic mischief. Achievements pop straight onto a live scoreboard, mentors keep queues short, and everyone leaves with new skills and a fun experience in the world of Cyber Security. No prior hardware background required, just curiosity and a sense of fun.
Grab a soldering iron, clip in a shield, and choose your playground. Our drop-in Hardware CTF lets attendees build, and then break, two purpose‑built open‑source boards: CompatrIoT, which mirrors everyday smart‑home devices, and CompatriOT, a pocket‑sized PLC rig that behaves like the gear running factory floors. A quick solder‑on gateway earns the first flag; after that, players explore firmware extraction, wireless and NFC tricks, protocol tampering, and control‑logic mischief. Achievements pop straight onto a live scoreboard, mentors keep queues short, and everyone leaves with new skills and a fun experience in the world of Cyber Security. No prior hardware background required, just curiosity and a sense of fun.