
Study orbital mechanics and propagation methods to predict satellite positions using Keplerian elements and a two line element set, including perturbations, Hohmann transfer, and stationkeeping.
Explore the fundamentals of satellite communications, including uplink and downlink with ground stations, transponders, Satcom architecture, common attacks like spoofing, eavesdropping, and jamming, and encryption and bands.
Explore the Hack the Orbit CTF to extract TLI data, spot the odd orbital element, and submit the flag, then perform OSINT, telemetry analysis, and a simulated EPs power override.
Explore the Sparta aerospace framework and its attack matrix, detailing TTPs, kill chain phases, and defense countermeasures, with a Viasat case study and cross-referencing NIST, ISO, and MITRE.
Master satellite cybersecurity in this intensive course and hands-on workshop. Gain critical skills to defend aerospace systems, covering satellite OSINT, orbital mechanics, signal reverse engineering, TLE analysis, attack simulation, and SPARTA-based defenses. Learn to identify vulnerabilities, secure-by-design, and protect satellite infrastructure against modern threats.
Topics Covered
0x00 >> Satellite OSINT
0x01 >> Orbital Mechanics
0x02 >> Modulation Schemes
0x03 >> Communications Reverse Engineering
0x04 >> Firmware Analysis
0x05 >> Simulating Attacks & Attack Detection
0x06 >> Defensive Techniques with SPARTA
0x07 >> Implementing Secure-by-Design
Skills Covered
Orbital Mechanics
Satellite Communications Foundations: Demodulation and Reverse Engineering
Reading Satellite Engineering Specifications
Interpretation of TLEs
CTF Skills
Vulnerabilities, Attacks, and Mitigation Strategies
Secure-By-Design Implementation
Course Deliverables
"Hack the Orbit" Walkthrough CTF
Interactive Quizzes for each Topic
PDFs of all the presentation slideshows
74 page complimentary visual manual
Why Take It Now?
The space industry has been expanding rapidly the past few years and this trend is expected to continue as more companies and organizations conduct space-related research and projects. The democratization and demand in the aerospace industry has also encountered bad actors who try to exploit the new technology for malicious purposes. In order to combat this growing threat, this course instructs you on the foundations of satellite security and detection methods for common satellite cyber attacks.