Course Duration
2 Days
Cyber
Authorized Training
IT
Course cost:
£5,320.00
IT Certification Overview
This two-day comprehensive course, from the world renown hardware hacker Joe Grand, teaches fundamental hardware hacking concepts and techniques used to reverse engineer and defeat the security of electronic devices.
Combining lecture and hands-on exercises, it provides students with the skills, resources, and confidence needed to explore, manipulate, and exploit electronic systems. This course only available as a private class, taught virtually or in-person, minimum participation 12 learners.
Learners will be provided with the following course materials:
- Grand Idea Studio’s custom training circuit board (one for each student to keep)
- Lecture slides (in electronic format)
- Hardware hacking reference material and software tools (in electronic format)
- Hardware hacking equipment, including soldering iron, multi-meter, logic analyser, and device programmer.
Additional advanced hardware hacking courses are available upon request for private delivery, for 12 minimum participants.
- Firmware Extraction and Manipulation
- Defeating Microcontroller Code Protection
- Hardware Implants and Espionage
Newto Training Reviews
What Our Happy Alumni Say About Us
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The tutors at Newto are consistently patient, clear and more than willing to help. I couldn't have asked for a better learning environment.
From day one I felt welcomed and supported. The live sessions were interactive and the resources well thought-out. I passed my exam on the first attempt thanks to them.
I was nervous about switching careers but the practical approach and continual 1-to-1 support gave me the confidence I needed to succeed."
The training material was excellent, and the instructors really brought the subject to life with hands-on lab work. I feel fully prepared for the workplace."
What impressed me most was the flexibility and responsiveness of the support team. Whenever I had a question, they were there even outside of normal hours.
The course structure was superb. A great mix of theory and practice delivered at a pace that made sense even for beginners. Highly recommended.
Switching into IT felt overwhelming, but Newto Training made the journey manageable and quite enjoyable. Their coaching style is top class.
I particularly appreciated the way complex topics were broken down into manageable chunks, and the tutor actively encouraged questions at every stage.
The live-taught interactive classes set Newto apart from other providers. It wasn't just video-based learning and the real engagement made all the difference.
The cyber course exceeded my expectations. They've been on hand for everything and are constantly in touch with me
The resources provided were spot on and the teaching style made everything easy to understand. I particularly appreciated the extra help offered when needed.
Enrolling with Newto was one of the best decisions I've made. The job-readiness focus, strong teaching and excellent support all stood out.
I completed my SQL course and now feel confident in my skills. The real-world examples and supportive tutors made it all click.
I've just passed my AZ-900 exam thanks to the support received from Ken in the boot camp and his exam preparation sessions.
I've gained a qualification and the confidence to use it in real-world scenarios.
Their commitment to student success is obvious from the personalised guidance to the quality of delivery. I'd recommend them without hesitation.
Every tutor I encountered was professional, encouraging and keen to see me succeed. That personal touch made a big difference.
I'm now in a role I once thought was out of reach, thank you to the all the team
The bootcamps were excellent, we were given practical projects to complete and I feel so much more confident with my coding skills
I had absolutely no experience in this field, but Newto Training recognised my potential and supported me every step of the way. The real-life scenarios were invaluable in making me job-ready.
The tutors at Newto are consistently patient, clear and more than willing to help. I couldn't have asked for a better learning environment.
From day one I felt welcomed and supported. The live sessions were interactive and the resources well thought-out. I passed my exam on the first attempt thanks to them.
I was nervous about switching careers but the practical approach and continual 1-to-1 support gave me the confidence I needed to succeed."
The training material was excellent, and the instructors really brought the subject to life with hands-on lab work. I feel fully prepared for the workplace."
What impressed me most was the flexibility and responsiveness of the support team. Whenever I had a question, they were there even outside of normal hours.
The course structure was superb. A great mix of theory and practice delivered at a pace that made sense even for beginners. Highly recommended.
Switching into IT felt overwhelming, but Newto Training made the journey manageable and quite enjoyable. Their coaching style is top class.
I particularly appreciated the way complex topics were broken down into manageable chunks, and the tutor actively encouraged questions at every stage.
The live-taught interactive classes set Newto apart from other providers. It wasn't just video-based learning and the real engagement made all the difference.
I had absolutely no experience in this field, but Newto Training recognised my potential and supported me every step of the way. The real-life scenarios were invaluable in making me job-ready.
The tutors at Newto are consistently patient, clear and more than willing to help. I couldn't have asked for a better learning environment.
From day one I felt welcomed and supported. The live sessions were interactive and the resources well thought-out. I passed my exam on the first attempt thanks to them.
I was nervous about switching careers but the practical approach and continual 1-to-1 support gave me the confidence I needed to succeed."
The training material was excellent, and the instructors really brought the subject to life with hands-on lab work. I feel fully prepared for the workplace."
What impressed me most was the flexibility and responsiveness of the support team. Whenever I had a question, they were there even outside of normal hours.
The course structure was superb. A great mix of theory and practice delivered at a pace that made sense even for beginners. Highly recommended.
Switching into IT felt overwhelming, but Newto Training made the journey manageable and quite enjoyable. Their coaching style is top class.
I particularly appreciated the way complex topics were broken down into manageable chunks, and the tutor actively encouraged questions at every stage.
The live-taught interactive classes set Newto apart from other providers. It wasn't just video-based learning and the real engagement made all the difference.
The cyber course exceeded my expectations. They've been on hand for everything and are constantly in touch with me
The resources provided were spot on and the teaching style made everything easy to understand. I particularly appreciated the extra help offered when needed.
Enrolling with Newto was one of the best decisions I've made. The job-readiness focus, strong teaching and excellent support all stood out.
I completed my SQL course and now feel confident in my skills. The real-world examples and supportive tutors made it all click.
I've just passed my AZ-900 exam thanks to the support received from Ken in the boot camp and his exam preparation sessions.
I've gained a qualification and the confidence to use it in real-world scenarios.
Their commitment to student success is obvious from the personalised guidance to the quality of delivery. I'd recommend them without hesitation.
Every tutor I encountered was professional, encouraging and keen to see me succeed. That personal touch made a big difference.
I'm now in a role I once thought was out of reach, thank you to the all the team
The bootcamps were excellent, we were given practical projects to complete and I feel so much more confident with my coding skills
The cyber course exceeded my expectations. They've been on hand for everything and are constantly in touch with me
The resources provided were spot on and the teaching style made everything easy to understand. I particularly appreciated the extra help offered when needed.
Enrolling with Newto was one of the best decisions I've made. The job-readiness focus, strong teaching and excellent support all stood out.
I completed my SQL course and now feel confident in my skills. The real-world examples and supportive tutors made it all click.
I've just passed my AZ-900 exam thanks to the support received from Ken in the boot camp and his exam preparation sessions.
I've gained a qualification and the confidence to use it in real-world scenarios.
Their commitment to student success is obvious from the personalised guidance to the quality of delivery. I'd recommend them without hesitation.
Every tutor I encountered was professional, encouraging and keen to see me succeed. That personal touch made a big difference.
I'm now in a role I once thought was out of reach, thank you to the all the team
The bootcamps were excellent, we were given practical projects to complete and I feel so much more confident with my coding skills
Prerequisites
No prior hardware experience is required.
Learning Objectives
- Describe and understand the hardware hacking process, mindset, and purpose
- Hands-on experience with useful and relevant techniques
- Confidence to apply learned skills to electronic systems outside the classroom
Hardware Hacking Basics Course Content
Module 1 - Hardware Hacking Overview
- Overview of hardware hacking
Module 2 - Information Gathering
- How to gather information before you start hardware hacking
Module 3 - Product Teardown
Opening housings
- Product assembly/disassembly methods
- Anti-tamper mechanisms
- Hands-on exercise: Defeat epoxy encapsulation
Component identification
- Discrete components
- Integrated circuits
- Finding and reading data sheets
- Hands-on exercise: Identify target components
Module 4 - Schematics and PCBs (Printed Circuit Boards)
- Creating/reading schematics
- PCB construction/fabrication methods
- Hands-on exercise: Modify target PCB
Module 5 - Soldering and Desoldering
- Tips/techniques
- Hands-on exercise: Soldering
- Hands-on exercise: Desoldering
Module 6 - Buses and Interfaces
Identifying interfaces
Determining pin function
- Hands-on exercise: Measurements w/ multi-meter
- Hands-on exercise: Create block diagram/schematic
Signal monitoring and analysis
- Tools/techniques
- Serial communications interfaces (UART, I2C, SPI)
- Hands-on exercise: Signal monitoring w/ logic analyser
- Hands-on exercise: Digital decoding w/ logic analyser
- Hands-on exercise: Interactive console via UART
Module 7 - Signal/Data Manipulation
- Tools/techniques/examples
- Debug interfaces (vendor-specific, JTAG)
- Fault injection/glitching overview
Module 8 - Memory and Firmware
- Memory types
- Hands-on exercise: Extract/modify data from EEPROM
- Security/code protection bypass examples
- Firmware analysis tools/techniques
Module 9 - Hardware Hacking Challenge
Apply the knowledge and skills learned in the course to defeat the security mechanism of a custom electronic device.
Testimonials
ANONYMOUS
This was one of the best training classes I have ever been to. The instructor’s emphasis on design philosophies and systematic deconstruction provided me with a clear hacking flowchart.
ANONYMOUS
Joe Grand’s passion, enthusiasm, and command of the class is inspiring in itself.
ANONYMOUS
Outstanding course. Joe was a great instructor and made the course very friendly, informative and enjoyable!
Upcoming Dates
Dates and locations are available on request. Please contact us for the latest schedule.
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