Unlocking the Potential of Impedance Side-Channel: Expanding Horizons in Hardware Security and Privacy

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Speaker:

Dr. Md Tauhidur Rahman, Assistant Professor, Electrical and Computer Eng., Florida International University, Miami, Florida

Abstract:

In hardware security, impedance side-channel analysis has long been used to detect hardware tampering and identify counterfeit components. However, recent advancements have unveiled a new dimension to its capabilities. In this talk,  I will explore the emerging role of the impedance side channel in security and privacy, similar to other established side channels such as power and electromagnetics. Delving into the underlying mechanisms behind impedance leakage, I will discuss how impedance side-channel can be used to extract encryption keys and disassemble software.

Speaker Bio:

Dr. Tauhidur Rahman is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Florida International University (FIU). He obtained his Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from the University of Florida in 2017 (advised by Dr. Mark Tehranipoor). He is the recipient of NSF CRII and the director of the SeRLoP (Security, Reliability, Low-power, and Privacy) Research lab. His research interests include hardware security and trust, side-channel analysis, and embedded security. His research is funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF), the National Security Agency (NSA), the Department of Defense (DoD), and CyberFlorida.