What's on the Wire? Physical Layer Tapping with Project Daisho

Explore physical layer communication tapping solutions for network security research in this Black Hat USA 2013 conference talk. Dive into Project Daisho, an open-source initiative aimed at developing modular network taps for wired communication media. Learn about the importance of monitoring and modifying packets on the wire to uncover flaws in network protocols. Discover how Project Daisho enables researchers to investigate wired protocols using existing software tools, covering technologies such as gigabit Ethernet, HDMI, and USB 3.0 connections. Gain insights into the project's open-source approach, including hardware designs, software, and FPGA cores. Examine the development of the first open-source USB 3.0 FPGA core and understand the implications for network security research. Follow the presenters as they discuss the project's goals, targets, tools, and future plans, including demonstrations of RS232 and Ethernet capabilities.