MEMS Gyroscopes as Physical Unclonable Functions

Explore a conference talk from CCS 2016 that delves into the innovative use of MEMS gyroscopes as Physical Unclonable Functions (PUFs). Learn about the research conducted by Oliver Willers, Christopher Huth, Jorge Guajardo, and Helmut Seidel from Robert Bosch GmbH, Robert Bosch LLC, and Saarland University. Discover how these researchers are pushing the boundaries of security technology by repurposing MEMS gyroscopes, typically used for motion sensing, into unique identifiers for hardware authentication. Gain insights into the potential applications and implications of this novel approach in the field of computer and communications security. This 28-minute presentation, delivered at the 23rd ACM Conference on Computer and Communications Security held at Hofburg Palace in Vienna, Austria, offers a glimpse into cutting-edge research that could revolutionize device authentication and security protocols.