Honey, I'm Home! - Hacking Z-Wave Home Automation Systems

Explore the vulnerabilities of Z-Wave home automation systems in this Black Hat USA 2013 conference talk. Delve into the world of smart homes and learn about the security risks associated with the proprietary Z-Wave wireless protocol. Discover how central control panels and household devices form mesh networks, and understand the growing market for home automation systems. Compare Z-Wave to its competitor Zigbee, and learn why Z-Wave is gaining popularity in the industry. Examine the protocol's use of 128-bit AES encryption and its implementation in access control systems. Gain insights into potential attack vectors and security weaknesses in Z-Wave technology. This 56-minute presentation by Behrang Fouladi and Sahand Ghanoun offers a comprehensive look at the security implications of this widely-used home automation protocol.