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IoT Security Case Studies and Examples

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Which IoT device was hacked in 2016, allowing attackers to remotely control it and launch DDoS attacks?

  1. Mirai Botnet

  2. Stuxnet

  3. WannaCry

  4. Heartbleed


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Mirai Botnet was a large-scale network of compromised IoT devices, primarily home routers and IP cameras, that was used to launch DDoS attacks against major websites and services.

What was the name of the ransomware attack that targeted IoT devices in 2017, encrypting files and demanding a ransom payment?

  1. WannaCry

  2. Petya

  3. NotPetya

  4. Locky


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The WannaCry ransomware attack targeted computers running Microsoft Windows, including IoT devices, and encrypted files, demanding a ransom payment in Bitcoin.

Which IoT device was found to have a vulnerability that allowed attackers to remotely access and control the device, including turning on the microphone and camera?

  1. Amazon Echo

  2. Google Home

  3. Nest Cam

  4. Ring Doorbell


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Ring Doorbell was found to have a vulnerability that allowed attackers to remotely access and control the device, including turning on the microphone and camera, by exploiting a flaw in the device's authentication mechanism.

What was the name of the botnet that infected over 100,000 IoT devices in 2018, allowing attackers to launch DDoS attacks and steal sensitive information?

  1. Mirai Botnet

  2. Hajime Botnet

  3. Reaper Botnet

  4. DDoS Botnet


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Hajime Botnet infected over 100,000 IoT devices, primarily home routers and IP cameras, and was used to launch DDoS attacks and steal sensitive information, such as login credentials and financial data.

Which IoT device was found to have a vulnerability that allowed attackers to remotely access and control the device, including changing the thermostat settings and turning on the lights?

  1. Nest Thermostat

  2. Philips Hue Light Bulb

  3. Samsung Smart TV

  4. Apple HomePod


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Nest Thermostat was found to have a vulnerability that allowed attackers to remotely access and control the device, including changing the thermostat settings and turning on the lights, by exploiting a flaw in the device's authentication mechanism.

What was the name of the malware that targeted IoT devices in 2019, allowing attackers to remotely control the devices and launch DDoS attacks?

  1. Mirai Botnet

  2. Hajime Botnet

  3. Reaper Botnet

  4. IoT Reaper


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The IoT Reaper malware targeted IoT devices, such as routers, IP cameras, and DVRs, and allowed attackers to remotely control the devices and launch DDoS attacks.

Which IoT device was found to have a vulnerability that allowed attackers to remotely access and control the device, including changing the channel and volume?

  1. Samsung Smart TV

  2. LG Smart TV

  3. Sony Smart TV

  4. Vizio Smart TV


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Samsung Smart TV was found to have a vulnerability that allowed attackers to remotely access and control the device, including changing the channel and volume, by exploiting a flaw in the device's authentication mechanism.

What was the name of the botnet that infected over 500,000 IoT devices in 2020, allowing attackers to launch DDoS attacks and steal sensitive information?

  1. Mirai Botnet

  2. Hajime Botnet

  3. Reaper Botnet

  4. Gafgyt Botnet


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Gafgyt Botnet infected over 500,000 IoT devices, primarily home routers and IP cameras, and was used to launch DDoS attacks and steal sensitive information, such as login credentials and financial data.

Which IoT device was found to have a vulnerability that allowed attackers to remotely access and control the device, including turning on the microphone and camera?

  1. Google Nest Cam

  2. Amazon Echo Show

  3. Apple HomePod

  4. Ring Doorbell


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Google Nest Cam was found to have a vulnerability that allowed attackers to remotely access and control the device, including turning on the microphone and camera, by exploiting a flaw in the device's authentication mechanism.

What was the name of the ransomware attack that targeted IoT devices in 2021, encrypting files and demanding a ransom payment?

  1. WannaCry

  2. Petya

  3. NotPetya

  4. Sodinokibi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Sodinokibi ransomware attack targeted IoT devices, such as routers, IP cameras, and DVRs, and encrypted files, demanding a ransom payment in Bitcoin.

Which IoT device was found to have a vulnerability that allowed attackers to remotely access and control the device, including changing the thermostat settings and turning on the lights?

  1. Ecobee Thermostat

  2. Honeywell Thermostat

  3. Nest Thermostat

  4. Sensi Thermostat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ecobee Thermostat was found to have a vulnerability that allowed attackers to remotely access and control the device, including changing the thermostat settings and turning on the lights, by exploiting a flaw in the device's authentication mechanism.

What was the name of the botnet that infected over 1 million IoT devices in 2022, allowing attackers to launch DDoS attacks and steal sensitive information?

  1. Mirai Botnet

  2. Hajime Botnet

  3. Reaper Botnet

  4. Mēris Botnet


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Mēris Botnet infected over 1 million IoT devices, primarily home routers and IP cameras, and was used to launch DDoS attacks and steal sensitive information, such as login credentials and financial data.

Which IoT device was found to have a vulnerability that allowed attackers to remotely access and control the device, including turning on the microphone and camera?

  1. Amazon Echo Show

  2. Google Nest Cam

  3. Apple HomePod

  4. Ring Doorbell


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Amazon Echo Show was found to have a vulnerability that allowed attackers to remotely access and control the device, including turning on the microphone and camera, by exploiting a flaw in the device's authentication mechanism.

What was the name of the ransomware attack that targeted IoT devices in 2023, encrypting files and demanding a ransom payment?

  1. WannaCry

  2. Petya

  3. NotPetya

  4. Hive


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Hive ransomware attack targeted IoT devices, such as routers, IP cameras, and DVRs, and encrypted files, demanding a ransom payment in Bitcoin.

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