Glossary
Key terminology and technical concepts referenced throughout the wiki.
References & Talks
Curated collection of foundational literature, industry standards bodies, community lockpicking organizations, and conference presentations in physical penetration testing.
Pinning Specifications
Accurate pinning specifications, spacing, depth tolerances, and Maximum Adjacent Cut Specifications (MACS) are essential for cylinder rekeying, master key calculation, key decoding, and field forensic analysis.
Facility & Lighting Standards
Architectural physical security relies on formal engineering standards that balance detection, physical delay, access control, and illumination. Assessing a commercial or critical infrastructure facility requires evaluating how its defenses measure against established standards from ASIS International and the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES).
Travel & Field Operations
Physical penetration testers and red team consultants frequently travel with specialized tools (picks, tensioners, under-door tools, bypass wires, Proxmarks, and electronic implants). Navigating airport security, regional laws, and on-site law enforcement interactions requires rigorous operational preparation.