Pwning Embedded ADSL Routers

Hakin9 - This paper sheds light on the hierarchical approach of pen testing and finding security related issues in the small embedded devices that are used for local area networks.

The paper is restricted to not only testing but also discusses the kinds of software and firmware used and incessant vulnerabilities that should be scrutinized while setting up a local network. A detailed discussion will be undertaken about the HTTP servers used for handling authentication procedure and access to firmware image providing functionalities to design and configure your own home local area network

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