Explore a thought-provoking conference talk that delves into the concept of hardware root of mistrust. Learn from security experts Joseph FitzPatrick and Michael Leibowitz as they present their insights and findings on this critical topic in IT security. Gain a deeper understanding of potential vulnerabilities in hardware components and their implications for overall system security. Discover how hardware-based attacks can compromise the integrity of systems and explore strategies to mitigate these risks. This 49-minute presentation from the TROOPERS17 Attack & Research IT-Security Conference offers valuable knowledge for cybersecurity professionals, hardware engineers, and anyone interested in the intersection of hardware and security.