Debug Resurrection on Nordic nRF52 Series

Explore the vulnerabilities of Nordic nRF52 System-on-Chips (SoCs) in this 35-minute Black Hat conference talk. Delve into the security implications of these widely-used IoT platforms, particularly in short-range communications and asset tracking. Examine the six different nRF52 platforms built around ARM architecture, and discover potential weaknesses in their debug interfaces. Learn about the "Debug Resurrection" technique and its impact on the security of devices utilizing these popular SoCs. Gain insights into the challenges faced by IoT manufacturers and developers in securing their products against potential exploits.