Binary Code Analysis for IEC 62443-4-1 SVV-3
Hugo Genesse
S4x24 - ICS Security Conference · Day 3 · Stage 2
In this insightful talk, Hugo Genesse from Hitachi Energy presented a pragmatic and open-source methodology for achieving compliance with **IEC 62443-4-1 SVV3** requirements, specifically focusing on the vulnerability testing of compiled software. The standard, critical for cybersecurity in industrial automation and control systems, often presents vague or incomplete guidance for its more technical sections, leaving developers and product security teams to interpret and implement complex requirements. Genesse's presentation addresses this gap by outlining a concrete process built upon readily available tools, designed to be accessible even for organizations with limited budgets.
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This talk provides a highly practical, open-source-driven methodology for meeting the often-vague IEC 62443-4-1 SVV3 requirements for compiled software vulnerability analysis. Genesse, drawing on deep reverse engineering expertise, outlines a structured process using tools like EMBA, Binwalk, CWE checker, and BinSkim, offering concrete interpretations for security rule violations and compiler settings. It's a valuable roadmap for any organization needing to secure embedded systems and verify OEM compliance, demonstrating how to tackle a complex problem with actionable technical steps.