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Satellite Hacking 1-Day Workshop

Day 1February 19, 2026
09:00 AM
Goa, India

About This Session

This workshop provides a hands-on introduction to satellite cybersecurity, covering satellite communication systems (SATCOM), RF signal analysis, telemetry and telecommand protocols.

Workshop Synopsis

This workshop provides a hands-on introduction to satellite cybersecurity, covering satellite communication systems (SATCOM), RF signal analysis, telemetry and telecommand protocols, satellite OSINT, SDR-based signal capture, packet decoding, command injection simulations, and ground station security.

Participants will explore realistic attack surfaces across space and ground segments using emulated environments and open-source tools, enabling a strong understanding of both offensive techniques and defensive strategies for satellite ecosystems.

Satellite Systems & Space Threat Landscape
Overview of satellite missions and use cases
Types of satellites: LEO, MEO, GEO, CubeSats
Differences between satellite and terrestrial networks
Why satellites are high-value cyber targets
Historical and publicly known satellite cyber incidents
Space vs aviation vs ground-station attack perspectives
Satellite Architecture & Internal Subsystems
Satellite bus vs payload
Core subsystems: Electrical Power System (EPS), Attitude Determination and Control System (ADCS), Command and Data Handling (C&DH / OBC), Telemetry, Tracking and Command (TT&C), Thermal and structural subsystems
Trust boundaries within satellite platforms
Mapping subsystems to cyber-physical attack impact
Satellite Communication (SATCOM) Fundamentals
Uplink vs downlink communication
Role of transponders in satellite systems
Satellite frequency bands: VHF, UHF, L, S, X, Ku, Ka
Modulation schemes used in space: BPSK, QPSK, FSK, QAM
Doppler shift, noise, attenuation, link budget basics
Why downlink analysis is the primary attack vector
Satellite OSINT & Orbital Intelligence
Introduction to space OSINT
Public satellite databases and catalogs
Two-Line Element (TLE) structure and purpose
Keplerian orbital elements explained
Satellite tracking and pass prediction
Identifying anomalous or manipulated orbital data
Intelligence gathering for communication targeting

Software Defined Radio (SDR) for Satellite Analysis

What is SDR and why it matters for satellite security
SDR hardware overview (conceptual): RTL-SDR, HackRF, PlutoSDR, USRP
Antennas, LNBs, and gain considerations
Understanding spectrum and waterfall displays
Capturing satellite downlink signals
Legal and ethical considerations in RF monitoring
IQ Data & Signal Processing
What IQ (In-phase & Quadrature) data represents
Sample rate and bandwidth selection
Signal recording and storage
Preparing raw RF data for demodulation
Identifying satellite signal characteristics
Demodulation & Satellite Packet Decoding
Modulation vs demodulation concepts
Converting RF signals into binary streams
Overview of CCSDS space packet protocol
Telemetry (TM) vs Telecommand (TC) packets
Packet structure: Headers, APID, payload, checksums
Extracting satellite health and status data
Satellite Attack Techniques (Simulated & Ethical)
Passive attacks: Eavesdropping, Traffic analysis
Active attack concepts: Replay attacks, Spoofing, Jamming (theoretical), Telecommand authentication weaknesses, Command structure manipulation, Power subsystem abuse scenarios
Impact of malicious telecommand injection
Ground Station & Terrestrial Segment Security
Typical satellite ground station architecture
Role of ICS components in ground stations: PLCs, Modbus/TCP, SCADA systems
Common vulnerabilities in ground infrastructure
Attack paths from ground station to satellite
Antenna positioning and control system risks
Defense, Standards & Secure-by-Design
Securing satellite communication links
Encryption and key management concepts
Telecommand authentication mechanisms
Monitoring and anomaly detection
Ground station hardening strategies
Introduction to relevant standards: IEC 62443 concepts for ground systems, Secure-by-design principles for space assets, Risk-based satellite security approach
Hands-On Components (Integrated Throughout)
Satellite OSINT and orbital analysis
SDR-based signal capture (simulated & real examples)
Satellite signal demodulation
Telemetry packet inspection
Telecommand manipulation simulation
Ground station Modbus/PLC attack demonstration
Attack-to-defense mapping exercises
Key Takeaways
Understanding satellite systems from a hacker’s perspective
Ability to analyze satellite communications
Awareness of real satellite and ground-station attack surfaces
Practical exposure to SDR and satellite packet analysis
Clear understanding of mitigation and defense strategies

Meet the Trainers

Arun Mane

Arun Mane

Founder & CEO

Amynasec Research Labs

Arun Mane is a cybersecurity professional with over 18 years of experience working across Automotive, IoT, and Industrial Control System (ICS/OT) security, Drones, Satcomm. As the Founder & CEO of Amynasec Research Labs, he focuses on hands-on security research, including hardware exploitation, firmware reverse engineering, vehicle security, and industrial automation security, helping organizations understand and reduce real-world risk. He is also the Founder of UnoAcademy, a niche training and certification platform created to make specialized cybersecurity skills such as Automotive Security, ICS/OT, IoT security, and advanced VAPT, accessible through practical, real-world learning and mentorship. Arun regularly delivers trainings, workshops, and certification programs globally, covering topics like Automotive Cybersecurity, ISO/SAE 21434, and OT security, often in collaboration with TÜV Rheinland. He has spoken at leading security conferences including BlackHat, DEF CON, NULLCON, ROOTCON, Hardware.io, c0c0n, BSides, and DSCI.

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Omkar Mali

Omkar Mali

Head of Research

Amynasec Research Labs

Omkar Mali is a results-driven Security Professional and Head of Research at Amynasec Research Labs with over 6+ years of hands-on experience in Cybersecurity, Penetration Testing, Red Teaming, IoT Security, Automotive Security, Hardware Testing, and Security Research. He specializes in aerospace security, satellite penetration testing, and cyber-physical systems security. He leads the research department focusing on emerging threats in space systems, aircraft platforms, and critical infrastructure. His expertise spans vulnerability assessment, risk management, and implementing security controls to protect organizational assets across diverse domains including automotive, IoT, and satellite communication systems. Omkar holds multiple industry certifications including CPENT (Certified Penetration Testing Professional), LPT (Licensed Penetration Tester), CISEH, CPTE, CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), and CNSS. He actively contributes to the cybersecurity community through training programs and security research focused on next-generation threats in aerospace and critical infrastructure.

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K. Yuvraj

K. Yuvraj

Research Intern

Amynasec Research Labs

K. Yuvraj is a Research Intern with the Aerospace Security Research Department at Amynasec Research Labs, where he contributes to cutting-edge satellite penetration testing and aerospace cybersecurity research. His work focuses on satellite systems, aircraft platforms, and aviation-related infrastructure security. His research interests lie in space systems and aeronautical technologies, particularly in understanding and analyzing real-world attack surfaces across aerospace environments. He specializes in satellite communication security (SATCOM), RF signal analysis, telemetry and telecommand protocols, and SDR-based signal capture and analysis. As part of the research team, K. Yuvraj is actively involved in developing low-cost, simulated laboratory environments for satellite security research, making aerospace security education more accessible. He contributes to research on satellite OSINT, orbital intelligence, packet decoding, and ground station security vulnerabilities.

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Quick Info

Date

February 19, 2026

Time

09:00 AM

Location

Goa, India

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