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Hardware Penetration Test Services

Hardware penetration testing reveals vulnerabilities across all components — chips, backdoors, firmware, and circuits — minimizing risks of unauthorized access and manipulation.

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What is Hardware Penetration Testing Services?

What is Hardware Penetration Testing Services?

Hardware Penetration Testing is a comprehensive assessment process designed to uncover security vulnerabilities in physical devices. This service covers a wide range of environments, including ICS/SCADA systems, IT infrastructures, IoT devices, embedded systems, and critical infrastructure equipment.

 

During the testing process, hardware ports, chips, data buses, embedded operating systems, and firmware layers are thoroughly examined. The goal is to identify risks related to unauthorized access and data manipulation. Given the growing importance of physical threats, robust hardware-level security is just as vital as software protection.

 

Through a hacker’s perspective, the test involves analyzing PCB circuits, connection points, potential backdoors, and hardware-based authentication mechanisms. Side-channel attacks, tampering, and reverse engineering techniques are employed in accordance with international security standards. Special emphasis is placed on firmware security, including update mechanisms and integrity checks.

 

Thanks to this comprehensive approach, organizations — including law enforcement, government entities, and critical infrastructure operators — can strengthen their hardware resilience and proactively address potential threats. Hardware penetration testing not only helps remediate vulnerabilities in advance but also ensures compliance with regulatory requirements. Ultimately, it supports the development of robust defense strategies and ensures infrastructure security and system continuity.

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Service Components

Physical Inspection & Tampering Tests

This phase involves a detailed analysis of the device’s external casing, connectors, and internal components. The inspection verifies whether seals, labels, or physical protections have been tampered with. Potential threats such as counterfeit hardware components, cable intrusion, or physical tampering are assessed to determine the physical integrity of the device.

Port and Interface Security Testing

Unauthorized access or data exfiltration attempts via interfaces like USB, Ethernet, JTAG, UART, and SPI are tested. The existence of open ports or unnecessary services is checked to evaluate whether attackers could exploit these paths for access. Misconfigurations and exposure risks in external connectivity points are identified to reveal potential vulnerabilities.

Firmware Analysis & Reverse Engineering

This phase focuses on inspecting the firmware for potential security risks, including the possibility of uploading malicious updates. Analysts look for embedded backdoors or malicious code. Reverse engineering techniques are employed to assess the leak potential of sensitive data such as passwords or cryptographic keys. The integrity and security of the update mechanism are also verified.

Side-Channel Analysis & Electromagnetic Testing

Power consumption, timing differences, and electromagnetic emissions are examined to evaluate the device’s resistance to side-channel attacks. These techniques can be used to extract encryption keys or sensitive data by analyzing the device's physical behaviors. The objective is to secure the device against indirect data leakage risks.

Authentication and Security Mechanism Testing

Security technologies embedded in the device — such as identity authentication methods, key storage solutions, and protection mechanisms — are thoroughly tested. Components like secure boot, TPM, and biometric authentication systems are assessed for reliability. Anti-counterfeit detection systems and physical tamper protection features are also evaluated to measure the device’s resistance to unauthorized access.

Hardware Penetration Testing Service Steps

Physical Testing

Assess unauthorized physical tampering on casing, interfaces, and internal hardware components.

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Port & Interface Testing

Perform unauthorized access tests via interfaces such as USB, JTAG, and UART.

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Firmware Inspection

Identify the presence of backdoors, malicious code, or unsigned firmware updates.

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Side-Channel Testing

Analyze power usage, timing, and electromagnetic signals to uncover hardware-level security risks.

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Leave No Weak Point in Your Hardware!

Hardware penetration testing identifies both physical and digital vulnerabilities across your devices — from exposed ports to firmware — ensuring complete protection at every layer.

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Why Choose Privia Security?

To build an effective cyber defense layer, it is essential to understand the mindset and techniques of adversaries. Discover Privia Security — trusted by Turkey’s leading organizations for its expertise and comprehensive cybersecurity solutions.

Expert Team

Since 2018, our expert team has been delivering high-level security services, solutions, and training—consistently committed to excellence and tailored to meet the evolving needs of our clients.

Customer-Centric Approach

Personalized solutions tailored to the specific needs of organizations enable you to achieve your security objectives in the most effective manner.

Continuous Support and Communication

Continuous support is provided not only during the service engagement but also afterward, ensuring uninterrupted security and safeguarding business continuity at all times.

Advanced Protection

By utilizing the latest technologies and industry best practices, we ensure that organizations’ digital assets are protected at the highest level of security.

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Benefits of Hardware Penetration Testing Services

We aim to ensure your organization's security and continuity in the digital world by delivering expert cybersecurity solutions. Our focus is on developing robust defense strategies against evolving technological threats.

Detection of Hidden Vulnerabilities

Hardware penetration testing reveals hard-to-detect flaws in chips, ports, and circuits. Early detection allows proactive mitigation before any attack occurs.

Prevention of Unauthorized Access

The security of access interfaces such as USB, Ethernet, and JTAG is tested to uncover potential unauthorized access vectors. This ensures protection against both internal and external threats.

Firmware Manipulation Prevention

Backdoors and malicious code within device firmware are uncovered. Secure update mechanisms are verified to preserve software integrity and prevent manipulation of critical functionalities.

Detection of Side-Channel Attacks

Side-channel threats — such as power analysis, timing variations, and electromagnetic emissions — are analyzed to prevent leakage of encryption keys or other sensitive information.

Identification of Counterfeit Components

Devices are examined for fake or altered components to maintain original functionality and minimize risks related to tampering or hardware forgery.

Prevention of Data Leakage

Improperly configured ports and exposed interfaces are tested for data exfiltration risks. Unauthorized data flows are blocked to ensure strong information security.

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    FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

    What is a Hardware Penetration Test?

    A hardware penetration test is a security assessment performed to identify vulnerabilities within the physical and digital components of a device. It evaluates exposure to threats via access interfaces, firmware integrity, and susceptibility to side-channel attacks, revealing the true security posture of the hardware.

    Why Should You Conduct a Hardware Penetration Test?

    Detecting potential threats at the hardware level helps prevent data leaks, backdoor access, and system malfunctions. These tests are crucial for military systems, critical infrastructure, weapon platforms, defense systems, power generation units, and natural gas exploration equipment—directly contributing to national security.

    What Tools Are Used in Hardware Penetration Testing?

    Hardware penetration testing involves a wide range of tools across software and hardware layers:

    • Network Analysis: Tools like Wireshark and tcpdump capture traffic to identify active protocols, open ports, and anomalous activity.

    • Authentication Attacks: THC Hydra is used to brute-force credentials and assess the robustness of authentication mechanisms.

    • Physical Interface Testing: JTAG and UART analyzers enable direct debugging and inspection of hardware internals to uncover hidden access points or backdoors.

    • Side-Channel Analysis: Oscilloscopes and electromagnetic probes are used to examine power usage and emissions, revealing information leakage.

    • Firmware Analysis: Tools like Binwalk and Ghidra perform reverse engineering to uncover insecure code, embedded secrets, and backdoors within the firmware.

    How Long Does a Hardware Penetration Test Take?

    The duration depends on the complexity and scope of the target hardware. On average, a full engagement may take several days to a few weeks, including the reconnaissance, testing, and reporting phases.

    Which Devices Require Hardware Penetration Testing?

    Devices that operate within critical infrastructures—including IT, OT, IoT equipment, networking hardware, smart cards, embedded systems, and industrial control systems—should undergo regular hardware penetration testing.

    What Does the Test Report Include?

    The final report outlines discovered vulnerabilities, their potential impacts, and specific remediation steps. It also identifies which hardware components were affected and offers clear guidance for securing those systems.