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OffSec Learning Path: Internet of Things (IoT)
Embark on a journey into the world of embedded systems and gain a holistic understanding of their design, components, and inner workings. This Learning Path covers a wide range of topics, from the basics of embedded systems and hardware/software interfaces to common operating systems, firmware analysis, and ARM assembly. Learners will:
Explore the hardware/software boundary and common embedded operating systems
Learn about firmware, its common image formats, and analysis tools
Dive into ARM assembly language and architecture
Explore the world of embedded systems
This Learning Path empowers you with the technical skills essential for understanding and working with embedded systems. In an era where embedded devices are increasingly prevalent in various industries, gain a solid foundation in embedded system basics, master firmware analysis techniques, and dive into the ARM architecture – all tailored to the unique world of embedded devices.
Who is this Learning Path for?
- Embedded systems professionals seeking a comprehensive understanding of fundamentals
- Developers and engineers looking to expand their knowledge of embedded system design
- Curious learners wanting hands-on experience with firmware analysis and ARM assembly
Learning objectives
- Gain a solid understanding of embedded system basics, architecture, and design
- Explore the hardware/software boundary and common embedded operating systems
- Master firmware analysis techniques and tools, including Binwalk and unblob
- Learn ARM assembly language and architecture through hands-on exercises
- Write and execute programs in ARM assembly, including "Hello World" examples
Key modules in the Internet of Things (IoT) Learning Path
Introduction to Embedded Systems
- Introduction to embedded systems of all kinds, including some basic hardware and operating system concepts.
Introduction to Attacking Embedded Systems
- Introduction to concepts and techniques required when preparing to attack embedded systems.
Firmware Analysis Basics
- The fundamentals of firmware analysis.
Automated Firmware Unpackers
- Introduction to two of the most useful automated firmware unpackers, along with an assessment of their relative pros and cons.
Introduction to ARM Assembly, Part I
- Introduction to 32 bit ARM assembly, including registers, stack, common instructions, comparisons, jumps and calls
Introduction to ARM Assembly, Part II
- Introduction to 64 bit ARM assembly, including registers, stack, common instructions, comparisons, jumps and calls
The Art of Crafting Shellcodes (Linux ARM64 Edition)
- This topic covers how to create shellcodes using system calls on Linux ARM64 machines. It goes through in detail how to create a bind shell and execve shellcode. Finally it covers how to transform a C code to shellcode.
Internet of Things overview
7
modules
15
hours of content (approx.)
3
labs
Earning an OffSec Learning Badge
Showcase your growing IoT security proficiency! Upon completing 80% of the Internet of Things (IoT) Learning Path, you'll receive an exclusive OffSec badge signifying:
- IoT expertise: Proven knowledge of the fundamentals of embedded systems
- Industry recognition: Adds a powerful OffSec credential to your skillset
- Hands-on skill: Demonstrated ability to identify and exploit IoT flaws
Why train your team with OffSec?
Specialized IoT skills
Develop in-demand expertise to address embedded device security
Real-world focus
Practical training for dissecting and exploiting IoT systems
Stay ahead of trends
Understand the latest IoT attack trends and mitigation tactics
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- Introduction to Embedded Systems
- Introduction to Attacking Embedded Systems
- Firmware Analysis Basics
- Automated Firmware Unpackers
- Introduction to ARM Assembly, Part I
- Introduction to ARM Assembly, Part II
- The Art of Crafting Shellcodes (Linux ARM64 Edition)
A strong understanding of the skills covered in the following Learning Modules:
- Linux Basics I
- Linux Basics II
- Networking Fundamentals
You'll learn the basics of firmware analysis, reverse engineering, ARM assembly, IoT threat modeling, and shellcode development.
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- Practical application: Hands-on labs reinforce your ability to identify and mitigate real-world cloud vulnerabilities.
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