xiaoming90

Biography

I'm a Founding Security Researcher at @blackthornxyz, Lead Senior Watson at @sherlockdefi, Security Researcher at @SpearbitDAO, and Certified Warden at @code4rena, specializing in smart contract audits with a proven track record in public audit contests (with 37 top-three finishings) and extensive experience auditing complex and high-profile protocols.

Previous Life: 8 years of experience in reputable cybersecurity firms performing a wide range of security engagements for clients around the globe. Holder of multiple industry-recognized security certifications - Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), CREST Registered Penetration Tester (CRT PEN), and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).

For more details regarding my security experience, contest wins, and past audits, check out:

Following are some of my Web3 highlights:

• Ranked in the top 3 in 37 audit contests at Code4rena and Sherlock
• Achieved #1 ranking on Sherlock's audit leaderboard [1]
• Achieved #1 ranking on Code4rena's leaderboard (last 90 days) on September 2022
• Founding Security Researcher at @blackthornxyz