Short Course

Security in Embedded Systems

Name: Security in Embedded Systems
Brand: CodeRed

Learn to design, develop, and secure embedded systems against modern hardware and firmware threats

4 hr 58 m of video content

Intermediate

Validation of Completion Included

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Overview What You Will Learn Curriculum Instructor

Course Overview

Embedded systems power a wide range of modern technologies, from consumer electronics and automotive systems to industrial control systems, healthcare devices, and critical infrastructure. As these connected devices become increasingly integrated into everyday operations, securing them against cyber threats has become a fundamental requirement. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of embedded systems security, equipping learners with the knowledge and practical skills needed to develop, deploy, and maintain secure embedded devices throughout their lifecycle.

This course begins with the fundamentals of embedded systems, including their architecture, components, attack surfaces, and common security threats. You will explore secure firmware development, hardware security mechanisms, secure coding practices, secure boot implementation, communication security, cryptographic key management, and hands-on labs using the ESP32 platform. The course further covers Secure Software Development Lifecycle (Secure SDLC), threat modeling, static and dynamic code analysis, incident detection, secure firmware updates, remote device management, embedded security assessment tools, device hardening techniques, regulatory compliance, industry best practices, and emerging trends in embedded systems security.

By the end of this course, you will be able to identify, assess, and mitigate security risks in embedded systems while implementing secure development practices and operational controls to protect connected devices in real-world environments.

What You Will Learn

Understand embedded system architecture and attack surfaces.
Apply secure coding methods for firmware.
Use hardware security features like secure boot and trusted storage.
Protect communication channels on embedded devices.
Detect and respond to threats in embedded environments.
Plan updates, maintenance, and long-term support for secure devices.

Program Curriculum

Overview of Embedded Systems
Applications in Industry and Daily Use
Why Embedded Security Is Important
Typical Constraints and Challenges
Impact of Attacks on Embedded Devices
Chapter 1 Quiz

Components of Embedded Systems
Firmware, Memory, and Peripheral Interfaces
Hardware Access Paths
Communication Interfaces
Identifying High-risk Surfaces
Lab: ESP32 Attack Surface Analysis
Chapter 2 Quiz

Firmware Weaknesses
Insecure Interfaces
Supply Chain Risks
Physical Tampering Issues
Review of Real Attack Cases
Lab: Capturing Insecure IoT Traffic
Chapter 3 Quiz

Secure Coding Principles
Input Handling and Memory Safety
Firmware Integrity Checks
Build Process Security
Managing Sensitive Data in Software
Lab: Buffer Overflow on ESP32
Chapter 4 Quiz

Basic Hardware Protection Techniques
Secure Boot Workflow
Trusted Storage Methods
Device Authentication
Monitoring Hardware-level Changes
Lab: ESP32 Flash Memory Extraction
Chapter 5 Quiz

Secure Communication Protocols
Encryption for Resource-limited Devices
Key Management Practices
Network Access Control
Protecting Remote Connectivity
Lab: Secure MQTT with TLS in Node
Chapter 6 Quiz

Planning Secure Requirements
Threat Modeling
Code Reviews and Testing
Secure Deployment Preparation
Documentation Guidelines
Lab: Static Code Analysis for ESP32
Chapter 7 Quiz

Device-level Logging
Behavioral Monitoring
Identifying Anomalies
Response Planning
Post-incident Checks
Lab: IoT Security Logging and Monitoring
Chapter 8 Quiz

Secure Firmware Updates
Remote Management
Managing Lifecycle Risks
Patch Planning
Long-term Support Strategy
Lab: Secure OTA (Over the Air Update)
Chapter 9 Quiz

Static and Dynamic Analysis Tools
Hardware Security Testing Kits
Packet and Protocol Analyzers
Debugging and Forensic Tools
Chapter 10 Quiz

Secure Configuration Practices
Avoiding Common Errors
Access Control Planning
Device Hardening
Documentation and Compliance
Chapter 11 Quiz

Recap of Key Learnings from the Course
Trends in Connected Device Security
Planning Skills for Future Roles

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Instructor

Muhammad Afzal

Muhammad Afzal is a freelance developer who was passionate about Web, Cloud &IoT. He has been working on tech projects for more than 13 years. He has worked for international clients & firms and has been involved in a wide variety of projects and technologies, including Smart Agriculture, Warehouse monitoring, Environmental monitoring solutions, and many others. For several years, he has been focusing on the IoT ecosystem. He is currently working as a Freelance IoT consultant to clients around the world. He also produces education content for Udemy, YouTube regarding IoT, Cloud, and Web. He also writes for Different IoT Tech companies regarding their products and services. Beside all of that he is voluntarily organizing IoT Workshops for local community. His main objective nowadays is to help others to understand and implement IoT solutions.

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