DEF CON 33 VIdeo - TeamHackerPager
Source: YouTube · DEFCONConference · published Oct 4, 2025 · 16:19
The Hacker Pager is a community-driven, open-source device inspired by the movie Hackers, blending real-time mesh networking with security research tools. 0:48-0:57
Key Takeaways:
• Designed as a functional tool, not just a badge, rooted in the Hackers ethos and real-world security research 1:00-1:30.
• Supports Meshtastic and Laura radio protocols, enabling packet capture and real-time telemetry analysis via SD card and Wireshark 2:40-3:30.
• Features a spectrum analyzer to detect active frequencies, aiding users in identifying optimal channels for communication 7:52-8:24.
• Functions as a standalone device with an on-screen keyboard and emoji support, allowing message sending without a phone 10:40-11:09.
• Open-source firmware allows customization of radio bands and exploration of new research, with plans to share findings on SX patching and mesh protocols 9:04-9:42.
• Built by Ian, Cody, and SGX, overcoming hardware and customs challenges to deliver a more robust final product 12:04-13:52.
The Hacker Pager embodies the hacker spirit—fusing community, security, and hands-on innovation. 16:14
Sources:
- 0:48 Inspiration from Hackers and the device’s purpose as a tool, not just a badge
- 1:00-1:30 Origin story and design philosophy of the Hacker Pager
- 2:40-3:30 Packet capture, telemetry, and Wireshark integration
- [7:52-8:24](https://www.youtube.com
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I'm sitting down with the guys who created Hacker Pager and I know it's like a whole team behind it, but I do want to ask like this thing has been in production for quite some time. >> Badges always start with a story. >> Where did this one come from? >> You want to take this one? >> Yeah. Yeah. I think it was your idea. >> Yeah. Um, so, you know, every year we try to come up with something that would be just like really great for the community. Uh we always are looking at kind of making a badge that's not just a badge, but is a tool. Something that doesn't live in your uh drawers or in a cabinet, but you can use all year long and provides not just some blinky lights, but just some good functionality so that people can use it for research and can we can further kind of the security agenda …