Computer Security and the Internet of Things - Risks and Challenges

Explore the critical intersection of computer security and the Internet of Things in this 19-minute conference talk from USENIX Enigma 2016. Delve into case studies examining the design and analysis of computer systems in everyday objects, including wireless medical devices, children's toys, and automobiles. Discover the security risks associated with these technologies, the challenges in securing them, and new directions for enhancing security and privacy. Learn about efforts to compromise automobile computers remotely and their implications. Gain insights into mitigating computer security and privacy risks through technical approaches and education. Understand the broad set of issues surrounding IoT security and privacy, including multiple entry points in modern cars, end-to-end theft and surveillance examples, and the risks associated with children's toys, powerline monitoring, and home automation.