Collaborative security approaches for IoT ecosystems

Title

Collaborative security approaches for IoT ecosystems

Creator

Thampan, Manju; Joy, Rojal Treesa; Ramadani, Lauresha; Rajesh Kanna, R.

Description

The surge in Internet of Things (IoT) devices has transformed numerous industries by enabling unparalleled connectivity and data sharing. Yet, this rapid growth has also exposed critical security vulnerabilities. This chapter delves into collaborative security strategies aimed at improving the safety and reliability of IoT ecosystems. A major vulnerability is weak authentication and authorization, often stemming from poor password practices or insufficient authentication mechanisms. Such flaws can result in unauthorized access, data breaches, and serious cyber threats, including Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks and Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) attacks. DDoS attacks can overwhelm essential IoT systems, like those in smart cities or healthcare, while MITM attacks can jeopardize data integrity during communication between devices and cloud services. Given that IoT devices frequently handle sensitive information, including personal and health data, ensuring their security is vital to avoid detrimental outcomes for users. Physical security risks also present a challenge, as the physical compromise of IoT devices can disrupt systems or pose risks to individuals. To address these threats, this chapter recommends several cybersecurity measures, such as secure design and development practices, robust authentication methods, and advanced encryption techniques. Secure device design should include mechanisms for safe firmware updates and employ Trusted Platform Modules for secure key storage. Effective authentication can be enhanced with multifactor methods, role-based access controls, and digital certificates. Data protection should involve encrypting data both in transit and at rest, as well as employing techniques like data anonymization and differential privacy. 2026 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved..

Source

IoT Security: Fundamentals and Key Enabling Technologies;pp.291-304

Date

01-01-2025

Publisher

Elsevier

Subject

Collaborative architectures; IoT security; Proactive threat hunting; Resilient IoT ecosystems; Scalable IoT design

Coverage

Thampan M., Department of Computer Science, CHRIST University, Karnataka, Bengaluru, India; Joy R.T., Department of Computer Science, CHRIST University, Karnataka, Bengaluru, India; Ramadani L., Computer Science Faculty, AAB College Prishtina, Kosovo, Prishtina; Rajesh Kanna R., Department of Computer Science, CHRIST University, Karnataka, Bengaluru, India

Rights

Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library

Relation

ISBN: 978-044334125-0; 978-044334126-7;

Format

online

Language

English

Type

Book chapter

Identifier

https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-443-34125-0.00026-X

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