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Termineter: Penetration Testing of Smart Meters

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Termineter is a Python framework which provides a platform for the security testing of smart meters. It implements the C1218 and C1219 protocols for communication over an optical interface. Currently supported are Meters using C1219-2007 with 7-bit character sets. This is the most common configuration found in North America. Termineter communicates with Smart Meters via a connection using an ANSI type-2 optical probe with a serial interface.

Benefits:

Regular testing of your smart meters will help identify new vulnerabilities, risks, and changes in your environment. This assessment gives you a picture of both the physical and logical controls currently protecting these devices. This will also facilitate continual compliance with regulatory requirements.

How it Works:

Terminter utilises the C1218 and C1219 protocols for communication over an optical interface. Currently supported are Meters using C1219-2007 with 7-bit character sets.

This is the most common configuration found in North America. Termineter communicates with Smart Meters via a connection using an ANSI type-2 optical probe with a serial interface.

Users must have general knowledge of the meter’s internal workings in order to use Termineter proficiently.

Modules

  • brute_force_login – Brute Force Credentials
  • dump_tables – Dump Readable C12.19 Tables From The Device To A CSV File
  • enum_tables – Enumerate Readable C12.19 Tables From The Device
  • get_info – Get Basic Meter Information By Reading Tables
  • get_log_info – Get Information About The Meter’s Logs
  • get_modem_info – Get Information About The Integrated Modem
  • get_security_info – Get Information About The Meter’s Access Control
  • read_table – Read Data From A C12.19 Table
  • run_procedure – Initiate A Custom Procedure
  • set_meter_id – Set The Meter’s I.D.
  • set_meter_mode – Change the Meter’s Operating Mode
  • write_table – Write Data To A C12.19 Table

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Irfan Shakeel

Irfan Shakeel

Irfan Shakeel is a distinguished cybersecurity professional, thought leader, and trainer. As a director at CIP Cyber, he contributes valuable insights and opinions on the industrial cybersecurity domain. In addition to his written expertise, Irfan hosts the popular CIP Cybersecurity webinar, further showcasing his extensive knowledge and commitment to enhancing critical infrastructure protection.

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