Security in IoT: The Changing Perspective

The Internet of Things (IoT) is a complex network of things and communications, with a wide range of devices and communication networks. This book explores the various perspectives of security in the IoT, from the ubiquitous networks of WSN to the enabler apps working as a bridge between users and the complex IoT system. It also discusses the security considerations of extending a PLC-based system with IoT capabilities, advanced topics such as machine ethics, intrusion detection, and privacy breaches, and how to develop a layer-wise security scheme for such a system.

Format: Hardback
Length: 117 pages
Publication date: 07 March 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The Internet of Things (IoT) is a rapidly evolving technology that has a wide range of applications across various industries. It involves the interconnected network of physical devices, such as sensors, mobile devices, personal computers, smart systems like Alexa and Eco, and communication networks that enable these devices to communicate and interact with each other seamlessly.

Security is a critical aspect of IoT, as the interconnected nature of these devices creates potential vulnerabilities for hackers to exploit. This book explores the diverse perspectives of security in the complex context of IoT. It aims to present the changing face of security, from the ubiquitous wireless sensor networks (WSN) as the lowest layer to the enabler apps that work as a bridge between users and the complex IoT system.

The book takes a closer look at the different types of security schemes required to fit in the heterogeneous nature of IoT networks. It discusses the challenges of securing communication between devices, protecting sensitive data, and preventing unauthorized access. The readers are also introduced to basic attacks targeting an IoT network, as well as specific types of security schemes worked out by researchers across different countries.

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) play a fundamental role in Industrial Control Systems (ICS), as they provide various functionalities of physical tools by collecting data from input devices and sending commands to output devices. Therefore, extending a PLC-based system with IoT capabilities is a significant concern in terms of security. This book includes a discussion on the security considerations of extending a PLC-based system with IoT capabilities, including the identification of potential vulnerabilities, the implementation of secure communication protocols, and the protection of sensitive data.

Other advanced topics covered in this book include machine ethics aspects in the IoT system, the intrusion detection of WSN, and the methods of securing the user from privacy breaches due to the overprivileged IoT apps.

This book will be beneficial to any readers interested in security of IoT systems and how to develop a layer-wise security scheme for such a system. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with IoT security and serves as a valuable resource for professionals, researchers, and students in the field.

Weight: 348g
Dimension: 162 x 240 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367711412