Two of my favourite things. Cool backpacks and gadgets. Just need some smart glasses to interface with this bad boy and one of those LED "Invisible" suits and you'll be the true "Hackerman". 😁
Thanks a lot! The purpose of this setup is to explore the world of radio frequencies and to study or interact with the devices we’re surrounded by. I’m really glad you liked the execution!
saw meshtastic-sdr vm there but didn't see any lora hardware connected... are you checking meshtastic network with normal sdr tools ? Next level stuff here.... Love it !! You NEED to make more videos on use cases with your setup!! BTW did not see a DragonOS VM there but love the fact that you are splitting the use-cases based on VMs to reduce clutter and have your settings work just right. Flipper Zero VM for changing stuff on flipper I guess.... and LTE stuff is interesting LOVE TO SEE MORE!!!
Yes, Meshtastic-SDR is a project that uses SDR radios for Meshtastic. An SDR can decode all the presets simultaneously. There’s also a LoRa module, the programmable Catsniffer board integrates a Semtech SX1262 (LoRa) and a CC1352, I mainly use it as Bluetooth sniffer. I’ve also installed DragonOS, but it's at the bottom of the list, so it’s not visible in the video. I'll be creating more content to demonstrate various operations. Thanks for the support! :)
Thanks so much for the support! I definitely plan to post more follow-up videos showcasing the rig’s capabilities and how it can be used in different scenarios. It might take a little time before the next one is ready, but I’m working on it.
I plan to make more videos, but I haven't scheduled when yet. Unfortunately, I have to manage several things and I'm working on this project alone, but I hope to publish more content soon.
@@BAG.BUILDS Virtually all of the cyberdeck builds I have seen, are just purely visual design aesthetics. None of them have been built to fulfill an actual useful function. Your build on the other hand bucks this trend. I'm interested in what design goals you had in mind for this project.
I'm buying everything but I'm definitely going to need more tutorials on how to set everything up. I'm taking from bare bones on through to deployment.
You're right, in the next video I'll start with the basics, from configuring the BIOS to enable auto power-on and setting the CPU TDP. Are you planning to install all the devices or just some of them?
Basically, it’s a mobile lab setup that makes it much easier for me to run experiments and work with all my gear on the go. Instead of packing and unpacking everything every time I want to relocate, this setup allows me to keep all the equipment in one place, ready to use without the hassle of setting it up from scratch each time. It’s all about convenience and mobility! I’ll be making more videos to show how it all works in practice.
A modern gargoyles wet dream. You have indeed inspired me to build my rig. I will be looking to your channel with great interest as I work through my planning stages. Suffice it to say, this seems like quite the expensive project, definitely a $1 - 2k investment. What inspired your build, and what challenges did you have to overcome to make it? Is there a community in which you are a part of that helped you design this, or did you conceive it all yourself? I know where to get most of the gear, but what did you have to learn to put it all together? Thank you for sharing your design!
I’m really glad to hear that my creation has inspired you! I’d love to see more projects like this, and I completely agree, the cost can be quite high. The components I used are mostly things I’ve accumulated over the years, so that helped spread out the investment. I worked on this project entirely on my own, as I don’t know anyone who shares this specific interest. If you plan on building something similar, I highly recommend avoiding USB 3.0 devices since they generate a significant amount of interference over a wide range of frequencies. USB 3.2 Gen 2 is a much better option, or USB 2.0. One of the biggest things I had to learn was how different devices interact with each other, especially when it comes to radios and antennas positioned so close together. Keep in mind that a setup like this has its limitations; it’s a bit like a Swiss Army knife, it can do a lot of things, but it won’t match the performance of a specialized tool designed for a single purpose. It all depends on what you want to install in your rig. Make sure to learn about how radios work and the potential issues that come with positioning antennas in close proximity. It’ll save you a lot of headaches! Thanks again for the support, and best of luck with your build, feel free to reach out if you have any questions!
Susbcribed and alerts-on activated. My new professor. Can you make a video with the beginning in mind. Thats alotta hardware. Gracias dude. Very inspiring fornthe future portable on-the-road pen tester.
Thank you so much! I’d love to create more videos, but I can’t say when they’ll be released. I have a lot to manage, and unfortunately, I don’t have much time to dedicate to making videos at the moment.
Any chance you build these to order for folks? Jus5 curious what all the parts, bag & labor would cost about… and if you are building them to sell, etc. I really enjoyed the details in your video.
Thanks for your comment and your interest in the setup! At the moment, I primarily sell the backpack and the frame for those who want to create their own personalized setup based on their specific needs. I also offer some 3D-printed parts to help with the assembly of the setup shown in the video, or to speed up the creation of a different setup starting with ready-made pieces. In the future, I plan to sell fully assembled setups as well. Stay tuned for updates!
First of all super impressive build. How long did it take from inception to completion? Also Im interested to know why the double and tripling of some devices specifically SDR. The SDR's are similar I'm some respects but Im sure you picked them for specific purposes. I look forward to a detailed explanation at some stage. Also my brain tells me there would be a LOT of RF noise in that bag. SDR being so Wideband would be almost saturated with RF and would suffer from excessive noise / crosstalk etc. How have you mitigated that?
Thank you for the appreciation! In theory, this setup could lead to issues like antenna coupling due to their close proximity, but in practice, I haven’t encountered any coupling or cross-talk problems. For instance, I can decode aircraft transponders over 150 km away with an RTL-SDR and an antenna inside the backpack. I’ve also tested SRSRAN with two connected devices, both with antennas inside the backpack, and experienced no cross-talk, even when decoding LoRa packets or similar signals. Typically, I only keep two antennas outside the backpack: one for the Airspy and one for the HackRF. The USRP antenna stays inside unless I’m sniffing LTE packets in areas with weak signals. The same applies to Wi-Fi adapters. Surprisingly, even with nearby metal parts, reception has been excellent. I’ve tested this setup in rural areas, with houses far from the road, and with the backpack on the car’s passenger seat, essentially a metal cage, and still managed to pick up router signals without any issues. I selected different SDRs for their unique features and because certain experiments require multiple radios or simultaneous reception of signals on different frequencies. The RTL-SDR can power an active antenna without needing a power inserter, which I find very convenient. The Airspy has better resolution for decoding weak signals. I mainly use these two radios along with the HackRF, pairing them with specific antennas to ensure solid performance across various frequencies. I primarily use the USRP for cellular networks. While its USB 3.0 connection generates broad-spectrum noise, it offers unique capabilities. It defaults to USB 2.0 at startup, so it doesn’t interfere until actively used. However, it’s not ideal for signals below 300 MHz, where an external antenna is necessary. This system takes some experience to use effectively, but with practice, it’s incredibly versatile. Of course, there are limits, for satellite signals, for example, you need purpose-built antennas that can’t be mounted on a backpack. Still, having all the equipment in one portable setup is extremely convenient, letting me work without needing to set up anything on the ground.
To unlock the disk via SSH, I use Dropbear. If you search online for 'Dropbear LUKS,' you'll find plenty of guides on how to set it up. I enabled encryption during the Debian installation process, and later installed Proxmox on top of Debian. There’s also an official guide on the Proxmox website that explains how to install Proxmox on Debian. Let me know if you have any questions!
Thank you so much! :) I plan to create a setup in a small-sized pouch, but I’m not sure when I’ll start working on it. Since this is a one-man project, I have to handle all aspects by myself, so it will take some time before this compact pouch becomes a reality.
I had a thought for something similar such that I could have a “laptop” on the go in the form of my phone connected to such a device. Out of curiosity, are you not worried about the network security of this device connecting to potentially malicious actors on a regular basis?
Thanks for your question! If you're referring to the risk of remote access from malicious actors, it’s not really a concern for how I use it. I only connect it to the internet when I need to install something, and I do that through my own trusted networks. Most of the time, it’s completely offline, so there’s no risk of unwanted connections. Plus, I don’t have any open ports for remote access, and I don’t connect to the setup via the internet. Since it’s primarily a mobile lab for experiments, security isn’t my top priority in that sense. The only reason I encrypted the storage is because it’s a portable device, and in case I lose it, I’d want to protect the data. So overall, network security isn’t really an issue for how I use it.
I’ve been using GrapheneOS for months now, and I’m really happy with it! It's a great option if you're looking for enhanced security and privacy. What specifically would you like to see in a video?
This is an 'XD Design' backpack, the model is the 'Bobby Hero.' I modified it by adding ventilation holes and top holes to attach the antennas outside. You can see some photos on my e-commerce or on Instagram (bag.builds).
With these setup, did it capable to lower the network signal others people phone? Sometime I hate being off somewhere with crowded place. automatically my phone connection low and sometimes i couldn't receive any message via social media such whatsapp
Eu mesmo fiz o chassi, mas a mochila é da XD Design. Eu apenas a modifiquei, fazendo alguns furos. A lista dos componentes instalados está disponível no meu site, você pode vê-la aqui: bagbuilds.com/pages/cerambyx64-mod_01-p1 Só falta fazer um PDF com a lista dos cabos. Era isso que você queria saber ou estava se referindo a outra coisa? Publiquei os arquivos CAD do chassi no GitHub, e o link também está disponível no meu site.
It's not an "ordinary backpack" though, it's obvious it has something like this in it due to the style and how ridgid it is. You should buy a common backpack like a KANKEN or a VANs/DC one and adapt that instead. Also, you're gunna be bald in 6 months if you run this on your back every day
Thanks for the suggestions! I’ll definitely take a look at the backpacks you mentioned. I chose this specific model because it opens from the front rather than the top, which makes it easier to access the gear inside. Haha, no worries, I won’t be losing my hair anytime soon! I mainly use it for listening, and even when I do transmit, it’s only for short bursts. A smartphone emits more radio waves than this setup. It’s not like I’m running a mobile broadcast station 24/7! 😁
Mother of god… this is beyond beautiful.
Thank you so much! I'm really glad you found it beautiful :)
Two of my favourite things. Cool backpacks and gadgets. Just need some smart glasses to interface with this bad boy and one of those LED "Invisible" suits and you'll be the true "Hackerman". 😁
That's how I see myself ending up :)
I don't understand what is the use or the goal of this package. But mother of gods. That is so well done! Bravo!
Thanks a lot! The purpose of this setup is to explore the world of radio frequencies and to study or interact with the devices we’re surrounded by. I’m really glad you liked the execution!
@@BAG.BUILDSwhat software do you use to do the analysis?
Wowww, UA-cam got right sending me this, best portable setup I've ever seen!
Anker need to sponsor this man...
Haha, I agree! :)
This is absolutely amazing. I’m so glad that UA-cam add this to my recommended list. I am definitely subscribing to see more videos about this.
man even that i am not in this stuff, watching this video make me smile :) well done youtube algorithm
Amazing work so glad you have done a video with some sound on it!
Amazing! Love the 3D printed custom inner case for holding your devices & wire management too ^-^
You probably could sniff packets from across the universe with that
Fantastic idea. I have a 3D printer and most of this SDR gear. Very inspiring. Well done sir.
Thank you! I hope to see more similar creations around :)
This things so cool, mind you I don't really understand what's going on here but it fascinates me haha
Yesss! This is the video I've been waiting for! Love this setup so much. Thank you for sharing with us ❤❤❤
It’s a pleasure! :) I hope to inspire other similar projects, made in backpacks and sling bags.
I was waiting on you to drop this!!! Great video!
I'd like a tutorial on the why, the what, and the how to do about using this setup for real world purposes.
I'll make those as well. Unfortunately, I can't maintain a regular schedule, but I hope to publish more videos soon.
It's a remarkable piece of work, just magnificent.
saw meshtastic-sdr vm there but didn't see any lora hardware connected... are you checking meshtastic network with normal sdr tools ? Next level stuff here.... Love it !! You NEED to make more videos on use cases with your setup!! BTW did not see a DragonOS VM there but love the fact that you are splitting the use-cases based on VMs to reduce clutter and have your settings work just right. Flipper Zero VM for changing stuff on flipper I guess.... and LTE stuff is interesting LOVE TO SEE MORE!!!
Yes, Meshtastic-SDR is a project that uses SDR radios for Meshtastic. An SDR can decode all the presets simultaneously. There’s also a LoRa module, the programmable Catsniffer board integrates a Semtech SX1262 (LoRa) and a CC1352, I mainly use it as Bluetooth sniffer. I’ve also installed DragonOS, but it's at the bottom of the list, so it’s not visible in the video. I'll be creating more content to demonstrate various operations. Thanks for the support! :)
Please post more follow up videos showcasing the rigs capabilities and uses. This is very cool. Thanks!
Thanks so much for the support! I definitely plan to post more follow-up videos showcasing the rig’s capabilities and how it can be used in different scenarios. It might take a little time before the next one is ready, but I’m working on it.
UA-cam took me to a place I didn’t even know I needed before.
That's some cyberpunk type of stuff, wow!
Extremely impressive, well done sir!
This is what I want for Christmas 🎁⛄
I'd love to see a more thorough breakdown of the SDR setup and how you use it.
I plan to make more videos, but I haven't scheduled when yet. Unfortunately, I have to manage several things and I'm working on this project alone, but I hope to publish more content soon.
@@BAG.BUILDS Virtually all of the cyberdeck builds I have seen, are just purely visual design aesthetics. None of them have been built to fulfill an actual useful function. Your build on the other hand bucks this trend. I'm interested in what design goals you had in mind for this project.
Wow, huge project 🎉
Thanks for this cool video 😁, all that’s left to do is advertise it
Would love to see video's of the software side of this!
I'm buying everything but I'm definitely going to need more tutorials on how to set everything up. I'm taking from bare bones on through to deployment.
You're right, in the next video I'll start with the basics, from configuring the BIOS to enable auto power-on and setting the CPU TDP. Are you planning to install all the devices or just some of them?
Lovely install, lovely video, still have NO idea what this actually does or what it's intended for.
Basically, it’s a mobile lab setup that makes it much easier for me to run experiments and work with all my gear on the go. Instead of packing and unpacking everything every time I want to relocate, this setup allows me to keep all the equipment in one place, ready to use without the hassle of setting it up from scratch each time. It’s all about convenience and mobility!
I’ll be making more videos to show how it all works in practice.
A modern gargoyles wet dream. You have indeed inspired me to build my rig. I will be looking to your channel with great interest as I work through my planning stages. Suffice it to say, this seems like quite the expensive project, definitely a $1 - 2k investment. What inspired your build, and what challenges did you have to overcome to make it? Is there a community in which you are a part of that helped you design this, or did you conceive it all yourself? I know where to get most of the gear, but what did you have to learn to put it all together? Thank you for sharing your design!
I’m really glad to hear that my creation has inspired you! I’d love to see more projects like this, and I completely agree, the cost can be quite high. The components I used are mostly things I’ve accumulated over the years, so that helped spread out the investment.
I worked on this project entirely on my own, as I don’t know anyone who shares this specific interest. If you plan on building something similar, I highly recommend avoiding USB 3.0 devices since they generate a significant amount of interference over a wide range of frequencies. USB 3.2 Gen 2 is a much better option, or USB 2.0.
One of the biggest things I had to learn was how different devices interact with each other, especially when it comes to radios and antennas positioned so close together.
Keep in mind that a setup like this has its limitations; it’s a bit like a Swiss Army knife, it can do a lot of things, but it won’t match the performance of a specialized tool designed for a single purpose. It all depends on what you want to install in your rig. Make sure to learn about how radios work and the potential issues that come with positioning antennas in close proximity. It’ll save you a lot of headaches!
Thanks again for the support, and best of luck with your build, feel free to reach out if you have any questions!
Susbcribed and alerts-on activated. My new professor.
Can you make a video with the beginning in mind. Thats alotta hardware.
Gracias dude. Very inspiring fornthe future portable on-the-road pen tester.
Thank you so much! I’d love to create more videos, but I can’t say when they’ll be released. I have a lot to manage, and unfortunately, I don’t have much time to dedicate to making videos at the moment.
Any chance you build these to order for folks? Jus5 curious what all the parts, bag & labor would cost about… and if you are building them to sell, etc. I really enjoyed the details in your video.
Thanks for your comment and your interest in the setup! At the moment, I primarily sell the backpack and the frame for those who want to create their own personalized setup based on their specific needs. I also offer some 3D-printed parts to help with the assembly of the setup shown in the video, or to speed up the creation of a different setup starting with ready-made pieces.
In the future, I plan to sell fully assembled setups as well. Stay tuned for updates!
Excellent, professional construction. Very clean and neat layout. Which USB hubs are you using ?
Thanks for the excellent video, Stan
Thanks for the support, Stan! The two hubs are Orico M3U7-G2 models, and I’ve removed the casing from them.
Soooo fire!!
First of all super impressive build. How long did it take from inception to completion? Also Im interested to know why the double and tripling of some devices specifically SDR. The SDR's are similar I'm some respects but Im sure you picked them for specific purposes. I look forward to a detailed explanation at some stage. Also my brain tells me there would be a LOT of RF noise in that bag. SDR being so Wideband would be almost saturated with RF and would suffer from excessive noise / crosstalk etc. How have you mitigated that?
Thank you for the appreciation! In theory, this setup could lead to issues like antenna coupling due to their close proximity, but in practice, I haven’t encountered any coupling or cross-talk problems. For instance, I can decode aircraft transponders over 150 km away with an RTL-SDR and an antenna inside the backpack. I’ve also tested SRSRAN with two connected devices, both with antennas inside the backpack, and experienced no cross-talk, even when decoding LoRa packets or similar signals.
Typically, I only keep two antennas outside the backpack: one for the Airspy and one for the HackRF. The USRP antenna stays inside unless I’m sniffing LTE packets in areas with weak signals. The same applies to Wi-Fi adapters. Surprisingly, even with nearby metal parts, reception has been excellent. I’ve tested this setup in rural areas, with houses far from the road, and with the backpack on the car’s passenger seat, essentially a metal cage, and still managed to pick up router signals without any issues.
I selected different SDRs for their unique features and because certain experiments require multiple radios or simultaneous reception of signals on different frequencies. The RTL-SDR can power an active antenna without needing a power inserter, which I find very convenient. The Airspy has better resolution for decoding weak signals. I mainly use these two radios along with the HackRF, pairing them with specific antennas to ensure solid performance across various frequencies.
I primarily use the USRP for cellular networks. While its USB 3.0 connection generates broad-spectrum noise, it offers unique capabilities. It defaults to USB 2.0 at startup, so it doesn’t interfere until actively used. However, it’s not ideal for signals below 300 MHz, where an external antenna is necessary.
This system takes some experience to use effectively, but with practice, it’s incredibly versatile. Of course, there are limits, for satellite signals, for example, you need purpose-built antennas that can’t be mounted on a backpack. Still, having all the equipment in one portable setup is extremely convenient, letting me work without needing to set up anything on the ground.
@@BAG.BUILDS As I said fantastic work. Look forward to your other projects.
What did you used for encrypt the disk and decrypt it via SSH?
To unlock the disk via SSH, I use Dropbear. If you search online for 'Dropbear LUKS,' you'll find plenty of guides on how to set it up. I enabled encryption during the Debian installation process, and later installed Proxmox on top of Debian. There’s also an official guide on the Proxmox website that explains how to install Proxmox on Debian. Let me know if you have any questions!
Love it …. Tor and whonix jesus …love it bro is it possible to build a small version of that back pack OMG i want one
Thank you so much! :) I plan to create a setup in a small-sized pouch, but I’m not sure when I’ll start working on it. Since this is a one-man project, I have to handle all aspects by myself, so it will take some time before this compact pouch becomes a reality.
@@BAG.BUILDS take your time ill be here waiting for that project so far perfect
sensacional,sempre pensei em montar o um desses
Foi realmente divertido realizá-lo
RF Hacking at is prime!
I had a thought for something similar such that I could have a “laptop” on the go in the form of my phone connected to such a device. Out of curiosity, are you not worried about the network security of this device connecting to potentially malicious actors on a regular basis?
Thanks for your question! If you're referring to the risk of remote access from malicious actors, it’s not really a concern for how I use it. I only connect it to the internet when I need to install something, and I do that through my own trusted networks. Most of the time, it’s completely offline, so there’s no risk of unwanted connections.
Plus, I don’t have any open ports for remote access, and I don’t connect to the setup via the internet. Since it’s primarily a mobile lab for experiments, security isn’t my top priority in that sense. The only reason I encrypted the storage is because it’s a portable device, and in case I lose it, I’d want to protect the data. So overall, network security isn’t really an issue for how I use it.
I need a video of the Pixel tablet with GrapheneOS.
I’ve been using GrapheneOS for months now, and I’m really happy with it! It's a great option if you're looking for enhanced security and privacy. What specifically would you like to see in a video?
I could showcase the Orion Viewer app, Termux, and OnionShare.
I'm curious, where did you buy the backpack? That looks so nice.
This is an 'XD Design' backpack, the model is the 'Bobby Hero.' I modified it by adding ventilation holes and top holes to attach the antennas outside. You can see some photos on my e-commerce or on Instagram (bag.builds).
fuckin amazing, bruv❤🔥
Thank you so much, mate! Glad you liked it!
what was that mini laptop?
GPD Micro PC
With these setup, did it capable to lower the network signal others people phone? Sometime I hate being off somewhere with crowded place. automatically my phone connection low and sometimes i couldn't receive any message via social media such whatsapp
What's the mini computer you use on the go?
GPD Micro
I think it would work better as a hat
Beer Cantenna hat
wow!
pode nos forncer a lista de tudo que usou nesse projeto?
Eu mesmo fiz o chassi, mas a mochila é da XD Design. Eu apenas a modifiquei, fazendo alguns furos. A lista dos componentes instalados está disponível no meu site, você pode vê-la aqui: bagbuilds.com/pages/cerambyx64-mod_01-p1
Só falta fazer um PDF com a lista dos cabos. Era isso que você queria saber ou estava se referindo a outra coisa? Publiquei os arquivos CAD do chassi no GitHub, e o link também está disponível no meu site.
No meu canal do UA-cam, você também pode ver outro vídeo onde mostro a montagem.
@@BAG.BUILDS era isso mesmo,isso e muito top
What's the name of the mini computer? 💻
GPD MicroPC
Did you build the minicomputer yourself? I want one like that.
What you see in the video is the GPD Micro PC
Is this for data collection or for actual attacks?
It’s not limited to a specific purpose; we’re talking about peripherals connected to a computer, so you can do both things.
what is your qualification?
On paper, I don't have any formal qualifications related to what you see here.
No chance to go through airport security with this bag
It's not an "ordinary backpack" though, it's obvious it has something like this in it due to the style and how ridgid it is. You should buy a common backpack like a KANKEN or a VANs/DC one and adapt that instead. Also, you're gunna be bald in 6 months if you run this on your back every day
Thanks for the suggestions! I’ll definitely take a look at the backpacks you mentioned. I chose this specific model because it opens from the front rather than the top, which makes it easier to access the gear inside.
Haha, no worries, I won’t be losing my hair anytime soon! I mainly use it for listening, and even when I do transmit, it’s only for short bursts. A smartphone emits more radio waves than this setup. It’s not like I’m running a mobile broadcast station 24/7! 😁
sigma?
Yes, Lattepanda Sigma