Lights Off - The Darkness of the Smart Meters

Explore the security vulnerabilities of smart power meters in this eye-opening Black Hat conference talk. Delve into the process of reverse engineering both firmware and hardware, using a widely-deployed smart meter model as a case study. Learn how these devices, despite claims of using advanced encryption methods, can be compromised and potentially manipulated remotely. Discover the implications of these security flaws, including the ability to cut power supplies through remote commands. Gain insights into the risks associated with the increasing prevalence of connected devices in our homes and the importance of thorough security measures in IoT implementations.

Lights Off! The Darkness of the Smart Meters