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ESP32-C3 Basic Setup

Project Ideas

Using a MicroPython-enabled ESP32-C3 for penetration testing projects can be quite creative and educational, as it allows you to explore both the hardware and software aspects of cybersecurity. Here are some project ideas:

1. Wi-Fi Network Scanner: Develop a script in MicroPython that enables the ESP32-C3 to scan for nearby Wi-Fi networks. This can be used to identify open networks or networks using weak encryption.

2. Deauthentication Attack Demonstrator: Create a program that can send deauthentication packets to Wi-Fi clients, effectively disconnecting them from their network. This project is purely for educational purposes and should be tested only in controlled environments with permission.

3. Bluetooth Sniffer: Utilize the ESP32-C3’s Bluetooth capabilities to detect and analyze Bluetooth devices in the vicinity. This can be used for identifying potentially vulnerable Bluetooth-enabled devices.

4. RFID Cloner: With additional hardware like an RFID reader/writer module, you can create a device that can clone RFID tags. This can be used to demonstrate the vulnerabilities in certain RFID-based security systems.

5. Packet Sniffer: Develop a tool that can capture and analyze packets on a network. This requires a deeper understanding of network protocols and can be a great learning experience.

6. Keylogger: Build a hardware-based keylogger using the ESP32-C3, which could be used to demonstrate the risk of unattended USB devices in computers.

7. Simple Web Server for Phishing: Create a simple captive portal or a mock login page to demonstrate how phishing attacks can be conducted through unsecured Wi-Fi networks.

8. IoT Security Testing Device: Program the ESP32-C3 to interact with IoT devices, attempting to exploit common vulnerabilities like default credentials or unencrypted communications.

9. Network Jammer: Develop a script that jams certain Wi-Fi channels. This should be used responsibly and legally, as it can disrupt legitimate network traffic.

10. Cryptographic Algorithm Tester: Implement basic cryptographic algorithms and use the ESP32-C3 to test their strength by attempting to break encryption under controlled conditions.

11. Automated Pen Testing Tool: Combine several of the above functionalities into a single automated tool that performs a series of penetration tests on a network.

12. Mobile Command Center: Integrate the ESP32-C3 with a mobile app or a remote server, allowing you to control and receive data from your penetration testing tools remotely.

Resources

• https://github.com/NicheSecTech/esp32-micropython-wifi-sniff-inject

Download latest firmware

• https://micropython.org/download/ESP32_GENERIC_C3/
  • Example: ESP32_GENERIC_C3-20231227-v1.22.0.bin

Install esptool python package

• pipenv install esptool

• Connect the esp32c3 chip to your computer.

• Run esptool.py commands:

  • pipenv run esptool.py --chip esp32c3 --port /dev/ttyACM0 erase_flash
  • pipenv run esptool.py --chip esp32c3 --port /dev/ttyACM0 --baud 921600 --before default_reset --after hard_reset --no-stub write_flash --flash_mode dio --flash_freq 80m 0x0 ESP32_GENERIC_C3-20231005-v1.21.0.bin

Install rshell python package

• pipenv install rshell

• Connect to the esp32c3 chip using rshell:

  • pipenv run rshell --baud 921600 -p /dev/ttyACM0