Wireless and RF Communication Penetration Testing

Overview

Traditional wireless penetration tests often focus solely on WiFi networks, but IoT and embedded systems utilise a wide array of wireless technologies. From Bluetooth and ZigBee to LoRaWAN and NFC, these protocols rely on Radio Frequency (RF) communications and present unique security challenges. Our Wireless and RF Penetration Testing service is designed to assess the security of these varied wireless technologies within both Operational Technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) deployments. By testing these communications, we provide your team with the insights needed to protect your OT and IoT devices from wireless-based attacks that could compromise their functionality or data integrity.

Example exercise

If you choose our wireless and RF penetration testing services, we will start by conducting a site survey of your smart building’s IoT network to identify all wireless protocols in use, including ZigBee, Bluetooth, and LoRaWAN. We will then employ software-defined radios (SDRs) and other specialized equipment to capture and analyze RF signals, testing for vulnerabilities like replay attacks, signal jamming, and weak encryption. Our team will also perform protocol fuzzing to uncover any potential weaknesses. This comprehensive testing will allow us to recommend strategies to secure your building’s wireless communications and prevent unauthorized access.

The Importance

Wireless and RF communications are critical to the operation of many OT and IoT systems, enabling everything from remote control and data exchange to device interaction. However, these wireless channels are also vulnerable to a range of attacks, including RF-specific threats like interception, jamming, and spoofing, as well as digital exploits like hard-coded credentials, unencrypted communications, and authentication bypasses. The security needs for these protocols can vary significantly depending on the context of the device and its communication range, which directly affects the level of risk. Our Wireless and RF Communication Testing identifies these risks, allowing you to implement necessary protections and secure your devices and networks.

Stop wondering if your wireless protocols are leaky

If your systems use wireless technology, they should be ready to deal with wireless threats. If you have ever wondered about your Wireless and RF Communication security capabilities, you should call us now to discuss a wireless security assessment.