Protect Your Embedded Software from Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities

In the world of embedded systems, even a single cybersecurity vulnerability can leave your devices exposed to data breaches, cyberattacks, and other security incidents. Implementing robust security features is crucial to ensure that your embedded systems are protected against these growing threats.

The Importance of Embedded Security in the IoT Era

With the rise of the Internet of Things (IoT), a growing number of devices are connected to the Internet, expanding the potential for cyber risks. IoT embedded devices are now present in a variety of environments, including offices, industrial settings, and the healthcare sector. However, without proper security features, these connected devices can create serious vulnerabilities in your organization’s network, posing a significant risk.

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How We Help You Secure Your Embedded Systems

At KOAN, we leverage our expertise and provide consulting services to help businesses protect their embedded devices from cyber threats. We work with you to mitigate the vulnerabilities inherent in IoT devices, allowing you to enjoy their benefits while minimizing risks. Our approach ensures that your systems remain secure, even as more devices become connected.

Key Takeaways:

  • Embedded security is essential to protect your devices from data breaches and cyberattacks.
  • IoT devices, if not properly secured, can create vulnerabilities in your network.
  • Our consulting services help you implement robust security features, reducing the risks associated with IoT and embedded systems.

Secure Boot and Chain of Trust: Protect Your Devices from Tampered Software

Ensure your device is secure by implementing Secure Boot and a Chain of Trust to verify the authenticity of software before it runs. By establishing software authenticity from the bootloader all the way to user applications, you can protect your embedded systems from unauthorized code and tampered software.

Secure Boot Implementation Services

We offer comprehensive secure boot services, helping you integrate verified boot processes across a wide range of platforms, including:

  • Verified Bootloader: NXP i.MX / QorIQ, Qualcomm Snapdragon, TI Sitara, Atmel SAMA5, Xilinx Zynq, and more.
  • Kernel Verification: Use methods like FIT image or SoC-specific mechanisms to ensure the kernel is genuine.
  • Root Filesystem Verification: Implement dm-verity, IMA/EVM, or FIT image to verify the integrity of the root filesystem.
  • Filesystem Cryptography: Protect data with filesystem-level encryption using tools like dm-crypt.

Benefits of Secure Boot and Chain of Trust

  • Prevents Tampered Software: Verify the authenticity of every software component before it runs.
  • Comprehensive Security: From bootloader to kernel and user applications, every layer of software is authenticated.
  • Advanced Cryptography: Safeguard sensitive data with filesystem encryption.

With our secure boot and chain of trust implementation, you can ensure the integrity and security of your embedded systems, minimizing the risk of cyber threats.

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Device Encryption and Secure Key Storage Solutions

Protect your intellectual property (IP) and sensitive user data by encrypting software and data on your embedded devices. To ensure the highest level of security, it is crucial to safeguard the encryption keys with secure key storage mechanisms. Additionally, software handling confidential information should operate within a hardware/software-isolated environment for maximum protection.

Comprehensive Device Encryption and Key Management Services

Our end-to-end solutions gives you data encryption and secure key management, ensuring your devices and information remain protected at every stage. Our services include:

  • Anti-Cloning Solutions: Protect your intellectual property and sensitive data from unauthorized duplication.
  • Key Management and Secure Key Storage: Ensure encryption keys are securely managed and stored, preventing unauthorized access.
  • Data Protection Using Encryption: Encrypt data while in use, in motion, and at rest to ensure complete security.
  • Trusted Platform Module (TPM): Implement TPM for secure cryptographic operations and key storage.
  • Trusted Execution Environment (TEE): Use Arm TrustZone and OP-TEE to create a secure, isolated environment for critical applications.
  • Device Identity and Authentication: Ensure secure device identity verification and authentication for network communication and software integrity.

Why Device Encryption and Secure Key Storage Matter

  • Prevent Data Breaches: Encryption ensures sensitive data is secure, even if devices are compromised.
  • Protect Intellectual Property: Anti-cloning measures help prevent the unauthorized use of your technology.
  • Secure Encryption Keys: Key management solutions protect the most critical element of encryption—your keys.
  • Trusted Hardware: Solutions like TPM and TEE provide hardware-backed security, ensuring a high level of trust and integrity.