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Hardware

Hardware
Penetration Testing

What we look for

Hardware and firmware flaws we hunt for

Connected devices expose attack surfaces most security programs never see. We test at the firmware, interface, and physical layers to find the flaws before they reach the field.

Firmware Weaknesses

Extractable or poorly protected firmware that reveals keys, credentials, and device logic.

We test for

  • Firmware extraction and analysis
  • Hardcoded secrets and keys
  • Insecure update mechanisms
  • Signature and integrity checks

Debug & Physical Interfaces

Exposed ports that give an attacker direct access to the device internals.

We test for

  • UART, JTAG, and SWD access
  • SPI and I2C flash readout
  • Boot process manipulation
  • Console and debug shells

Wireless & Radio Protocols

Insecure communication an attacker can intercept, replay, or spoof.

We test for

  • BLE, Wi-Fi, and RF review
  • Replay and relay attacks
  • Weak or absent encryption
  • Pairing and authentication flaws

Physical & Side-Channel

Tamper and analysis attacks against the physical hardware itself.

We test for

  • Tamper resistance review
  • Chip-off and fault injection
  • Side-channel leakage
  • Secure element usage

How it works

How your engagement runs

From scope through the final retest, your team stays in the loop at every step, with findings tracked live in our platform.

  1. 01

    Scope & kickoff

    Targets, roles, and rules of engagement defined in writing, with a fixed scope and timeline.

  2. 02

    Testing goes live

    Findings post to your live platform dashboard the moment our testers confirm them.

  3. 03

    Track remediation

    Follow every finding from open to fixed, with severity, evidence, and status in one place.

  4. 04

    Report & retest

    Executive and technical reports land, then request a free retest in one click.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What teams most often ask before scoping hardware penetration testing.

Still have questions?
01What kinds of devices do you test?

We test IoT, embedded, medical, automotive, and operational technology hardware, covering the firmware, debug interfaces, wireless protocols, physical layer, and any companion apps or APIs.

02Do you need physical access to the device?

Yes. Hardware testing involves hands-on work with the device, so we agree how units are shipped or accessed during scoping. Companion applications and cloud services can also be tested remotely.

03How long does a hardware penetration test take?

Timelines depend on the device complexity and the number of interfaces, but most engagements run one to a few weeks, followed by reporting and a complimentary retest.

Ready to test your defenses?

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