Why It's Worth Your Time

Modern society relies on countless hardware-based devices, from smart home gadgets and automotive electronics to industrial controllers, and these have become prime targets for hacking. However, hardware security remains unfamiliar to many and accessible resources are limited.
This path offers a step-by-step learning experience, covering everything from basic electronics theory and debug interface usage to advanced physical attack techniques like voltage glitching and timing-based attacks, using real hardware for hands-on exercise. It is ideal for those aiming for embedded security careers, such as IoT security specialists or automotive security researchers, as well as anyone curious about hardware hacking.

Topics Covered

• Fundamentals of electronics and understanding PCB (Printed Circuit Board) structures
• Using debugging interfaces like JTAG and UART
• Extracting firmware data from flash memory and eMMC
• Identifying hardware vulnerabilities through firmware analysis
• Side-channel attacks for hardware such as voltage glitching and fault injection
• Building circuits and practicing physical security attacks through timing-based exercises

Recommended For

• Aspiring white-hat hackers, IoT security specialists, and automotive security researchers
• Those interested in exploring and mastering hardware hacking

Prerequisite Knowledge

• Basic understanding of C language and assembly
• Interest or foundational knowledge in electronics and electrical concepts
• Experience in reverse engineering or firmware analysis (helpful)