Breaking In to Break Things: Practical Paths to Hardware Hacking and IoT Security

Episode notes

Hash Salehi, Reserve Engineer and Founder of RECESSIM, joins host Phillip Wylie to demystify the world of hardware hacking and security, highlighting niche but critical vulnerability research in IoT and embedded devices. Through recounting his own experiences, from customizing low-cost fault injection attacks on automotive microprocessors to reverse engineering smart meters, Hash shares both successes and frustrations from the front lines of hands-on security assessment. The conversation aims to inspire and equip listeners who want to explore or deepen their understanding of hardware security by surfacing resources, communities, and the mindset necessary to uncover vulnerabilities beyond software. Links: Let’s connect about IoT Security! Follow Phillip Wylie at The IoT Security Podcast is powered by Phosphorus Cybersecurity. Join the conversation for the IoT Security Podcast - where xIoT meets Security. Learn more at

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