DEF CON Demo Lab

Learn how Nuclei, Nuclei templates, and other open source ProjectDiscovery tools can help automate your reconnaissance attack surface management, vulnerability detection programs.

Presented by Brendan O’Leary & Pj Metz

Join us Saturday, August 12, from 2 to 4 pm

We will delve into the world of Nuclei, a robust open source security scanning tool.

Whether you're a defense security professional, a penetration tester, a bug bounty hunter, or in DevSecOps, this demo lab is for you.

What is Nuclei?

Nuclei is a GO-based open source security scanning tool designed to aid in identifying vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and other security-related issues across various network services.

By utilizing YAML templates, Nuclei ensures fewer false positives and fast scanning across multiple hosts

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Why attend this Demo Lab?

This Demo Lab will provide a in-depth understanding of Nuclei's capabilities and how it can be a vital addition to your security toolkit. You will learn how to:

  • Install and set up Nuclei

  • Utilize Nuclei templates for a variety of protocols

  • Leverage Nuclei for vulnerability scanning and modeling security checks

  • Integrate Nuclei into your existing security workflows and automation pipelines

Who are our presenters?

Brendan O'Leary and Pj Metz bring years of experience in the cybersecurity, developer tooling, and open source domains. They're excited to share their knowledge and expertise in using Nuclei and other ProjectDiscovery tools.

Want to attend?

Interested in learning more about Nuclei and how it can revolutionize your security practices? Register your interest below and we'll send you email reminders leading up to the event.

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ProjectDiscovery at DEF CON 31

  • Countdown to Discovery

    July 1 - August 13

    Learn how to contribute Nuclei templates or directly to ProjectDiscovery tools themselves and win cool prizes.

  • Cocktails and Conversations

    August 10, 9 pm

    Join PD at the Cabinets of Curiosity Thursday. Answer a riddle to access wondrous treasures, enjoy delicious drinks, and lively conversations.

  • DEF CON Demo Labs

    August 12, 2-4 pm

    Join us at DEF CON Demo Labs for an end-to-end demonstration of the power of Nuclei and Nuclei templates in recon, attack surface management, and vulnerability detection.