Rafay Baloch

Rafay Baloch, a renowned Pakistani ethical hacker and security researcher, has marked his trail in the field of cybersecurity. He has been featured in various international publications, indicating the global recognition of his work in cybersecurity and digital privacy issues. In 2021, Baloch's expertise was acknowledged by the Islamabad High Court, appointing him as an amicus curia in a case related to social media regulations. Additionally, he has reported numerous critical vulnerabilities in multiple browsers.

His refusal to accept a job offer from PayPal, despite a $10,000 reward for identifying a critical vulnerability, testifies to his strong ethical foundation. Baloch was recognized as one of the world’s top five ethical hackers by Checkmarx in 2014, a testament to his proficiency. In 2018, he uncovered address bar spoofing vulnerabilities in multiple browsers such as Apple Safari and Microsoft Edge. Along with another researcher, Baloch discovered various security vulnerabilities impacting PureVPN's Linux desktop client.

Baloch has also made significant contributions to the cybersecurity literature. He is the author of "Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing Guide" and "Web Hacking Arsenal: A Practical Guide to Modern Web Pentesting". These books underline his expertise and dedication to the field. His notable achievements culminated in receiving the "Pride of Pakistan" award from ISPR in 2022 for his exceptional contributions to Cyber Security. Baloch continues to reside and work in Karachi, Pakistan, contributing significantly to cybersecurity worldwide.