The article discusses the complexities involved in researching Level 2 Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) beyond its idle state. An innovative approach was demonstrated at the Pwn2Own Automotive 2025 event, wherein a new category required participants to manipulate EV chargers to demonstrate exploits while in actual charging scenarios. The blog focuses on the custom device built to transition EVSE into different operational states, emphasizing safety and component selection. It provides insights on creating a simple simulator to achieve desired research outcomes, underlining the importance of safety when dealing with potentially lethal voltages.
Researching EVSE requires placing it beyond the idle state, allowing for interaction similar to real charging scenarios, essential for effective testing and safety.
The Pwn2Own Automotive 2025 event introduced a category for demonstrating exploits in the charging state, requiring specific manipulations of EVSE and charging cables.
Designing a simulator to interact with a charger involves understanding its operational states, where minimal components like a diode and resistor can suffice for basic signal needs.
Safety is paramount in EVSE research due to the dangers associated with high voltages, demanding appropriate precautions and thorough understanding of the equipment.
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