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🔐 Seasoned Cryptographer | Expert in (D)TLS Security | Senior Cryptographer at Technology Innovation Institute, Abu DhabiWith over 11 years of hands-on experience, I specialize in the analysis and fortification of cryptographic protocols, with a primary focus on (D)TLS. Currently serving as a Senior Cryptographer at the esteemed Technology Innovation Institute in Abu Dhabi, I lead research endeavors in cryptographic protocols.🎓 Holding a Ph.D. with highest honors from Ruhr-University Bochum, I uncovered vulnerabilities within the TLS specification itself during my PhD. Notably unveiling the Raccoon Attack and Alpaca Attack. My contributions to the field have been consistently showcased in esteemed conferences such as USENIX Security.🛠️ As the lead developer of the widely-adopted TLS-Attacker framework, I've pioneered influential tools for TLS analysis, empowering practitioners worldwide. My expertise extends to side-channel attacks, and I've had the privilege of mentoring numerous students, guiding them towards impactful contributions within the realm of cryptography.💼 I possess a distinct proficiency in vulnerability research, protocol analysis, and the rigorous testing of TLS implementations. My dedication lies in identifying and mitigating threats to secure communications, ensuring robustness in an ever-evolving digital landscape.🏆 Notable for my role in uncovering critical vulnerabilities within TLS libraries and products from industry-leading vendors, I use my in-depth insights into protocol specifications to discern design flaws and implementation vulnerabilities.🌍 Committed to fostering the advancement of cryptography, I actively engage in technical dialogues and knowledge dissemination within the global security community, facilitating collaborative efforts towards fortified digital security measures.