Common Attacks on IoT Devices

Explore common attacks on IoT devices in this informative talk by Christina Quast. Delve into the evolving landscape of IoT security, examining how the industry has responded to increasing threats and the shift towards physical access as a prerequisite for successful attacks. Gain insights into recent attack strategies, common pitfalls in embedded system design, and the importance of securing devices that play significant roles in daily life, such as vacuum robots, IP cameras, and smart home devices. Learn about the intersection of embedded systems and IT security from Quast's perspective as an Embedded Systems Engineer with a background in Linux Kernel Driver development. The presentation covers topics including IoT definitions, software and hardware vulnerabilities, attacker tools, real-world attack scenarios involving PLCs and electronic safe locks, and essential protection measures. Conclude with key takeaways to enhance your understanding of IoT device security in this 32-minute Linux Foundation video.

Intro
Agenda
What is loT?
Software
Hardware
Attacker Tools
Real world attacks
Real attack stories: PLC
Real attack stories: Electronic Safe Lock
Protection
Take-aways
Questions?