Choo Choo, Network Train - The One to Rule Your Perimeter

Explore the often overlooked security risks of MQTT in this 39-minute Black Hat conference talk. Delve into how MQTT vulnerabilities can be exploited to gain access to entire networks, potentially allowing attackers to open networks from the inside out using simple devices like wall switches. Learn about the broader implications of MQTT attacks, including DNS hijacking, DDoS attacks, and control of Bluetooth devices on internal networks. Discover why the focus should shift from data leakage concerns to the more significant threat of using MQTT to replace firmware in connected devices. Gain valuable insights from security expert Martin Hron on the persistent and evolving dangers of MQTT in modern network infrastructures.