Hacking

Pwnagotchi

I had a heck of a time making this!

Upon exploring YouTube, I encountered a video by CyberSpaceManMike demonstrating the construction of a Pwnagotchi. Although I was familiar with these devices, I lacked a comprehensive understanding of their capabilities. Consequently, I decided that this project would be an excellent opportunity to demonstrate my commitment to learning cybersecurity.   I procured all the necessary components and initiated the ordering process. Upon receiving the parts, I discovered that assembling the device was relatively straightforward. However, I encountered numerous challenges with the software aspect of the project, adhering to the classic computer troubleshooting paradigm.   Initially, I encountered an issue with the official Pwnagotchi website, which provided outdated information. Furthermore, the most recent .ISO file from the inventor was incompatible with the hardware I had purchased.   After some research, I discovered an individual who had modified the original .ISO file to ensure compatibility with the hardware. I subsequently flashed the modified .ISO onto my Micro SD card and configured the config.toml file to enable the device to utilize the attached display.   Despite these initial successes, I encountered numerous minor issues that required extensive troubleshooting and repeated flushing of the .ISO to achieve optimal functionality. After approximately three days of reconfiguration and resetting, the Pwnagotchi finally operated as intended.   Notably, I identified a current bug that should be avoided during the Bluetooth-Tether plugin setup. It is imperative to disconnect the Bluetooth tether from your phone before connecting the Pwnagotchi via Ethernet over USB to your computer. Failure to adhere to this precaution may result in an internal identity crisis within the Pwnagotchi, preventing further connectivity to either the Bluetooth tether or your computer. The workaround involves reflashing the modified .ISO onto the Micro SD card and repeating the entire setup process, followed by disconnecting the Pwnagotchi from your phone before connecting it to a computer via the DATA micro USB port.   **Pro-Tip:** Once your Pwnagotchi has been fully functional and meets your desired specifications, create a backup of the device in the form of a .ISO file. This precautionary measure will enable you to easily reflash the Micro SD card with your fully functional version in the event of any future technical difficulties.