In this course, you will delve into the world of IoT (Internet of Things) penetration testing. By the end, you'll be able to identify vulnerabilities in IoT devices and understand the security challenges associated with them. You'll explore various tools, methods, and strategies used in IoT pentesting, equipping yourself with practical knowledge to analyze and secure IoT systems.
Intro to IoT Pentesting
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level
Recommended experience
12 hours to complete
3 weeks at 4 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Understand the key vulnerabilities and security issues within IoT devices, including the OWASP IoT Top 10.
Gain practical skills in using hardware tools like multimeters and JTAGulators for IoT pentesting.
Learn how to extract and analyze firmware from IoT devices to identify potential security flaws.
Develop the ability to conduct comprehensive security tests and exploit vulnerabilities in IoT devices.
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There are 6 modules in this course
In this module, we will provide an overview of IoT, including its purpose, types of devices, and common security challenges. We will also familiarize you with the essential hardware components found in IoT devices and their potential vulnerabilities.
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4 videos1 reading1 assignment
In this module, we will dive into the various tools needed for IoT pentesting, ranging from hardware solutions like multimeters and JTAGulators to software tools for analyzing firmware and interacting with IoT devices. You'll gain hands-on knowledge to equip yourself with the essential tools for penetration testing.
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13 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will focus on analyzing IoT targets by using both traditional reconnaissance techniques and hardware enumeration methods. This will help you gather essential information about the IoT devices to target during a penetration test.
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2 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will explore how to exploit vulnerabilities in IoT devices, from attacking their embedded operating systems and network services to exploiting weaknesses in custom web applications. You'll learn how to successfully penetrate IoT devices and gain unauthorized access.
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3 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will cover everything related to firmware analysis, from acquiring and extracting the firmware to performing dynamic analysis and modifying firmware to create backdoors. These techniques will help you uncover and exploit vulnerabilities in IoT devices.
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5 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will focus on hardware hacking techniques, specifically accessing IoT devices through UART. You will learn both manual and automated methods for identifying UART pinouts and utilizing these skills to interact with IoT firmware, uncovering valuable information for penetration testing.
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3 videos2 assignments
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