Little Gadgets has launched a Kickstarter campaign for Hacknect, a specialized USB cable designed for hardware testing and cybersecurity education. The device embeds an ESP32-S3 microcontroller within its standard connector form factor to enable remote operations from a host computer. It supports 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5 (LE) connectivity for wireless control.
Little Gadgets launches Kickstarter campaign for cybersecurity education tool with embedded microcontroller
The cable includes microSD card storage and runs open-source firmware that allows users to execute payloads remotely. The system features HID keystroke injection, mouse automation tools, and a browser-based control panel. Little Gadgets states the device targets makers, developers, enthusiasts, and cybersecurity learners.
Hacknect backers can purchase the unit for 82 USD (about $82.00) or 70 EUR (about $81.27). The company expects to ship the first batches of devices in August this year.
The project highlights a growing niche for compact, network-enabled hardware tools that bypass traditional physical access requirements. Similar embedded development kits often require separate microcontrollers and external wiring, whereas Hacknect integrates these components directly into a USB cable. Little Gadgets has not confirmed whether the microSD card storage remains accessible from host devices during normal operation.
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