Securing the IoT: Privacy

- [Lisa] Did you know that the cost of making a smart device for the Internet of Things is about 10 cents? Manufacturers are rushing to get all types of IoT product to market. Hello, my name is Lisa Bock, and I'm a Security Ambassador. The IoT is an emerging technology that is expanding quickly with huge gaps in security and is plagued with vulnerabilities, malware and the potential to disrupt infrastructure.

In this course, we'll discover the concept of security, privacy and the Internet of Things. We'll learn that there is a massive potential for attacks and glitches. Devices are always listening, can take pictures, collect data, and even phone home. Students will learn that there is a number of proposed standards and legislation in the works designed to catch up with current security regulations, with the goal of ensuring privacy of data collected on the IoT.

In addition, we'll learn how to layer on security methods, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems and anti-malware protection, in order to defend against the next attack. Are you ready? Let's get started.