Episode 71: Don’t panic over IoT hacks

Ransomware on a connected thermostat. Bluetooth locks that can be opened from a quarter-mile away. Cars that can be controlled at highway speeds. All of this and a Mr. Robot reference await you in this week’s show as I discuss the news from Defcon and BackHat with Beau Woods, the deputy director of the Cyber Statecraft Initiative at the Atlantic Council. Woods’ advice for consumers was surprisingly comforting. And yes, you have heard him before. He appeared on Episode 52 with 9 tips to secure the smart home. The Staples Connect Hub (plus assorted gadgets) in November 2013. Before we delve into the insecurities of the internet of things, Kevin Tofel and I discuss the demise of the Staples Connect hub, which hubs we’re currently fans of and updates on several developer tools. We also talk about carriers’ efforts in the IoT, connected car data plans and a new device from Logitech. Hosts: Stacey Higginbotham and Kevin Tofel Guest: Beau Woods, Deputy Director Cyber Statecraft Initiative at the Atlantic Council Sponsors: Xively and ThingMonk Are hubs like the Highlander? Staples Connect is done! Dev news galore! Particle, MyDevices and Omega2 Introducing the Logitech Pop So many hacks at Defcon, but don’t panic. Good security advice for everyone The post Episode 71: Don’t panic over IoT hacks appeared first on IoT Podcast - Internet of Things.