Frustrating Emulation with Delay Slots in MIPS and MIPS16

Explore the intricacies of MIPS and MIPS16 architecture in this 28-minute conference talk from TROOPERS18/NGI18. Delve into the challenges of emulation caused by delay slots, as presented by speakers Ryan Speers and Travis Goodspeed. Learn how these architectural features can complicate the process of emulating MIPS-based systems, particularly in the context of IoT devices. Gain insights into the technical hurdles faced when working with MIPS and MIPS16 processors, and understand the implications for security research and reverse engineering efforts in the IoT domain.