Explore the intricacies of bit banging and gain full control over various bus protocols in this 37-minute conference talk from BSides Cleveland 2016. Delve into the fundamentals of buses and bit banging techniques, learn about different bidding methods, and discover how to break hardware assumptions. Gain insights on establishing a beachhead, achieving remote code execution, and working with memory chips and registers. Examine synchronous and asynchronous protocols, including SPI and RS232, and understand arbitration in Ethernet communications. Analyze example tables, code snippets, and real-world applications while also learning about potential security risks and defensive measures. Conclude with a comprehensive wrap-up and engage in a Q&A session to solidify your understanding of this powerful low-level programming technique.