Hacking a WiFi Lamp - Reverse Engineering and Security Analysis

Explore the complete process of reverse engineering a WiFi-enabled lamp through this 15-minute conference talk from DevConf.CZ 2025. Learn how to physically disassemble IoT devices, identify key components and chips, establish connections for firmware extraction, and analyze the extracted code to uncover sensitive user data. Discover the security vulnerabilities present in consumer IoT devices and understand how personal information can persist even after device usage. Gain practical insights into hardware hacking techniques including device teardown, chip identification, firmware dumping, and basic reverse engineering methods. Understand the privacy implications of cheap electronics and learn best practices for securely disposing of connected devices to protect your digital footprint.