Abusing the Internet of Things: Blackouts, Freakouts, and Stakeouts

Abusing the Internet of Things: Blackouts, Freakouts, and StakeoutsA future with billions of connected "things" includes monumental security concerns. This practical book explores how malicious attackers can abuse popular IoT based devices, including wireless LED lightbulbs, electronic door locks, ba monitors, smart TVs, and connected cars. If youre part of a team creating applications for Internet connected devices, this guide will help you explore security solutions. Youll not only learn how to uncover

A future with billions of connected "things" includes monumental security concerns. This practical book explores how malicious attackers can abuse popular IoT-based devices, including wireless LED lightbulbs, electronic door locks, ba monitors, smart TVs, and connected cars.If youre part of a team creating applications for Internet-connected devices, this guide will help you explore security solutions. Youll not only learn how to uncover vulnerabilities in existing IoT devices, but also gain deeper insight into an attackers tactics.Analyze the design, architecture, and security issues of wireless lighting systemsUnderstand how to breach electronic door locks and their wireless mechanismsExamine security design flaws in remote-controlled ba monitorsEvaluate the security design of a suite of IoT-connected home productsScrutinize security vulnerabilities in smart TVsExplore research into security weaknesses in smart carsDelve into prototyping techniques that address security in initial designsLearn plausible attacks scenarios based on how people will likely use IoT devices