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Advanced SMM Firmware Research Platform
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Developed a sophisticated firmware research platform that demonstrates mastery of System Management Mode (SMM) - the highest privilege level on x86-64 processors. This project implements a complete communication framework between firmware-level SMM drivers and user-space applications, showcasing advanced understanding of processor architecture, embedded systems programming, and low-level hardware-software integration essential for mechatronics engineering applications.
The system consists of three core components: a UEFI SMM driver operating at Ring -2 privilege level, a Windows user-mode client utilizing UEFI Runtime Variables and TPM ACPI interfaces, and a Linux kernel module demonstrating cross-platform compatibility. The platform enables real-time system introspection and demonstrates practical applications for industrial automation, secure embedded systems, and firmware-level monitoring solutions.
HighlightS
• Advanced Firmware Development: Successfully implemented UEFI SMM drivers using EDK2 framework with complete Intel/AMD x86-64 architecture support
• Cross-Platform Communication Protocol: Designed and implemented a structured 107-byte communication protocol enabling seamless data exchange between firmware and user-space applications
• Real-Time System Introspection: Achieved microsecond-level response times for memory introspection and system monitoring from the highest processor privilege level
• Multi-Method SMI Triggering: Implemented dual SMI triggering mechanisms through UEFI Runtime Variables and TPM ACPI interfaces, ensuring broad hardware compatibility
• Cross-Platform Compatibility: Developed parallel implementations for Windows (user-mode) and Linux (kernel module) demonstrating portable firmware communication
• Memory Management Expertise: Implemented virtual-to-physical memory translation with 4-level page table navigation and structured cache management
• Professional Code Architecture: Organized modular codebase with proper separation of concerns, comprehensive error handling, and industry-standard practices
• Hardware Integration: Demonstrated deep understanding of ACPI tables, TPM 2.0 interfaces, and UEFI variable services for firmware-OS communication
SKILLS
UEFI/BIOS Firmware Development (EDK2 Framework)System Management Mode (SMM) Programmingx86-64 Assembly Language (NASM)Advanced C/C++ ProgrammingWindows Kernel Programming (NTDLL/Win32 APIs)Linux Kernel Module DevelopmentMemory Management and Virtual Address TranslationEmbedded Systems ProgrammingReal-Time Systems DesignHardware-Software Interface DesignACPI Table ProgrammingTPM 2.0 IntegrationCross-Platform DevelopmentLow-Level Debugging and Reverse EngineeringProcessor Architecture (Intel/AMD x86-64)Interrupt Handling and System ProgrammingSecure Communication Protocol DesignIndustrial Automation System ProgrammingGit Version Control and Project ManagementTechnical Documentation and Code Organization
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