Workshop on Hacking a Satellite with HackRF and GNU Radio: Exploring Link Budget and Advanced Techniques Training by Tonex
In this workshop, participants will dive deep into the intricacies of satellite hacking using HackRF and GNU Radio. Beyond basic signal interception, we will explore the critical concept of link budget and advanced techniques for satellite communication exploitation. Participants will design and implement a radio system using software-defined radio (SDR) technology, understand modulation schemes, encryption methods, and leverage specialized equipment for successful satellite hacking.
Workshop Objectives:
- Understand the importance of link budget in satellite communication.
- Learn advanced techniques for hacking satellites using HackRF and GNU Radio.
- Design and implement a radio system with SDR technology.
- Explore modulation schemes and source/channel coding.
- Gain knowledge about encryption methods and their implications.
- Utilize specialized equipment for satellite hacking, including large dish antennas and high-power amplifiers.
Workshop Outline:
Module 1: Introduction to Link Budget
- Understanding the concept of link budget in satellite communication.
- Factors affecting link budget: path loss, antenna gains, noise figure, etc.
- Importance of link budget analysis in satellite hacking.
Module 2: HackRF Hardware and GNU Radio Companion
- Overview of HackRF hardware capabilities and limitations.
- Installing and configuring GNU Radio Companion for satellite hacking.
- Designing a radio system using SDR technology.
Module 3: Modulation and Source/Channel Coding
- Overview of modulation schemes used in satellite communication.
- Introduction to source coding and channel coding techniques.
- Implementing modulation and coding schemes in GNU Radio.
Module 4: Encryption Knowledge
- Understanding encryption methods used in satellite communication.
- Exploring the vulnerabilities and limitations of encryption algorithms.
- Techniques for bypassing or breaking encryption in satellite signals.
Module 5: Utilizing Specialized Equipment
- Introduction to large dish antennas and their advantages in satellite hacking.
- Understanding high-power amplifiers and their role in signal transmission.
- Overview of essential test equipment for satellite hacking: spectrum analyzers, RF wattmeters, oscilloscopes, directional couplers.
Module 6: Hands-On Practice Session
- Participants will work on practical exercises to analyze link budget, design radio systems, modulate signals, and utilize specialized equipment for satellite hacking.
Module 7: Case Studies and Real-World Applications
- Analysis of recent satellite hacking incidents and their implications.
- Exploration of potential applications for satellite hacking, including security assessment and penetration testing.
Module 8: Q&A and Discussion
- Participants can ask questions, share insights, and engage in discussions about advanced satellite hacking techniques and real-world scenarios.
By the end of the workshop, participants will have gained advanced knowledge and practical skills in hacking satellites using HackRF and GNU Radio. They will be equipped to analyze link budgets, design radio systems, manipulate signals, and utilize specialized equipment effectively. This workshop offers a unique opportunity to delve into the cutting-edge field of satellite hacking and contribute to the advancement of satellite security research.