Thousands of video game enthusiasts are unintentionally building experience in cybersecurity by becoming speedrun glitch hunters. These individuals use tools like IDA Pro and Ghidra, typically used in the cybersecurity industry, to dissect their favorite games and discover new glitches. The most dedicated fans go as far as developing entirely new tools and techniques, similar to those used in vulnerability research. This overlap between video game glitch hunting and cybersecurity research highlights the technical competence of these individuals, who may not even realize that their hobby could lead to a career in reverse engineering or vulnerability research. Share to spread awareness!
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