Firmware Reverse Engineering
Expert firmware analysis and security assessment services for embedded systems. We help businesses understand and secure their device firmware through comprehensive analysis and vulnerability detection.
Our Firmware Reverse Engineering service specializes in analyzing and understanding embedded system firmware. Using advanced techniques and specialized tools, we help businesses assess firmware security, identify vulnerabilities, and understand proprietary protocols in various embedded devices.
Core Services
Firmware Extraction
Professional extraction and analysis of firmware from embedded devices.
- Binary firmware extraction
- File system analysis
- Bootloader examination
- Partition analysis
Binary Analysis
Comprehensive analysis of firmware binaries and embedded code.
- Assembly code analysis
- Function identification
- Cross-reference analysis
- String extraction
Security Assessment
Thorough evaluation of firmware security measures and vulnerabilities.
- Vulnerability scanning
- Encryption analysis
- Authentication review
- Secure boot verification
Protocol Analysis
Investigation of communication protocols and interfaces.
- UART/JTAG analysis
- Protocol reverse engineering
- Communication monitoring
- Interface debugging
Technical Expertise
Specialized Tools We Use
Ghidra
Advanced software reverse engineering suite for firmware analysis.
Binwalk
Firmware analysis tool for extracting embedded file systems and code.
Logic Analyzer
Hardware tool for analyzing digital signals and communication protocols.
Bus Pirate
Universal bus interface tool for debugging various protocols.
Analysis Capabilities
- Static Analysis: Detailed examination of firmware structure and components
- Dynamic Analysis: Real-time monitoring of firmware behavior and system interactions
- Hardware Interfacing: Direct communication with embedded systems via debug interfaces
- Protocol Analysis: Understanding and documenting proprietary communication protocols
Common Use Cases
Security Auditing
Comprehensive security assessment of embedded device firmware.
Protocol Documentation
Reverse engineering and documentation of proprietary protocols.
Vulnerability Research
Identification of security vulnerabilities in embedded systems.
Competitive Analysis
Understanding competitor device functionality and implementation.
Our Methodology
Device Assessment
Initial evaluation of the embedded device, including hardware interfaces and firmware access methods.
Firmware Extraction
Secure extraction of firmware using appropriate hardware or software methods.
Binary Analysis
Detailed analysis of firmware components, including code, data, and file systems.
Security Testing
Comprehensive security assessment including vulnerability scanning and protection analysis.
Documentation
Detailed reporting of findings, including technical analysis and security recommendations.
Ready to Analyze Your Embedded System?
Contact us today for a comprehensive analysis of your device’s firmware.