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BadUSB

A class of attacks exploiting the inherent trust computers place in USB devices by reprogramming USB firmware to act as keyboards or network adapters.

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IoT Security Firmware Analysis RFID Cloning Hardware Security Module Secure Boot TPM Side-Channel Attack JTAG Bluetooth Hacking USB Drop Attack Electromagnetic Emanations Hardware Implant
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