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Proxmark 3 RDV4 Cheatsheet

Proxmark 3 RDV4 Cheatsheet

Overview

The Proxmark 3 RDV4 is a powerful and versatile tool for RFID research and security testing. It is the go-to device for professionals and hobbyists who need to analyze, clone, and emulate a wide range of RFID and NFC tags.

Key Features

  • Multi-Frequency: Supports both low-frequency (125/134 kHz) and high-frequency (13.56 MHz) RFID tags.
  • Modular Antennas: Comes with a set of modular antennas for optimal performance.
  • Standalone Mode: Can be used as a standalone device with a battery pack.
  • Open-Source: The Proxmark 3 is an open-source project with a large and active community.
  • Extensible: The firmware can be customized and extended.

Hardware Specifications

  • Processor: ARM Cortex-M4
  • Memory: 512 KB flash, 128 KB RAM
  • Antennas: LF and HF antennas included
  • Power: USB or battery pack

Getting Started

  1. Install the Proxmark 3 Software: Download and install the latest version of the Proxmark 3 software from the official GitHub repository.
  2. Connect the Proxmark 3: Connect the Proxmark 3 to your computer via USB.
  3. Flash the Firmware: Flash the latest firmware to the Proxmark 3.
  4. Run the Client: Run the Proxmark 3 client to start interacting with the device.

Common Commands

  • hw version: Display the hardware and firmware version.
  • lf search: Search for low-frequency (125 kHz) tags.
  • hf search: Search for high-frequency (13.56 MHz) tags.
  • lf read: Read the data from a low-frequency tag.
  • hf mf autopwn: Automatically crack the keys of a MIFARE Classic tag.
  • lf emulate: Emulate a low-frequency tag.
  • hf emulate: Emulate a high-frequency tag.

Low-Frequency (LF) Commands

  • lf t55xx detect: Detect a T5577 writable tag.
  • lf t55xx wipe: Wipe a T5577 tag.
  • lf t55xx write -b 0 -d 0x...: Write data to a T5577 tag.
  • lf hid clone -r ...: Clone an HID Prox tag.

High-Frequency (HF) Commands

  • hf mfdesfire info: Get information about a MIFARE DESFire tag.
  • hf mfdesfire read -f ... -k ...: Read data from a MIFARE DESFire tag.
  • hf 14a reader: Act as a reader for ISO 14443-A tags.
  • hf 14a sniff: Sniff the communication between a reader and a tag.

Standalone Mode

The Proxmark 3 RDV4 can be used in standalone mode with a battery pack.

  1. Load a Script: Load a script onto the Proxmark 3.
  2. Select the Script: Use the button on the Proxmark 3 to select the script.
  3. Run the Script: The script will run automatically when the Proxmark 3 is powered on.

Additional Resources