RPL and IoT Security
Mohamed Hechmi Jeridi, Tarek Azzabi, jalel Dziri, Tahar Ezzedine · Advances in systems analysis, software engineering, and high performance computing book series · 2025
The Internet of Things (IoT) represents a groundbreaking advancement in connectivity across homes, industries, healthcare, and transportation. It has introduced a multitude of possibilities for innovation, yet simultaneously raised critical concerns about the security of this interconnected landscape. This research provides an in-depth exploration of IoT, focusing on its core components and the pivotal protocols that enable seamless communication. Central to our analysis is the paramount concern of IoT security. This work meticulously scrutinizes vulnerabilities stemming from device weaknesses, network-related threats, and communication breaches, with a particular emphasis on fortifying IoT security. Furthermore, this study dissects the security of RPL-based IoT networks, identifying vulnerabilities and suggesting potential solutions. Subsequently, it delves into the pivotal role of Intrusion Detection Systems (IDSs) in bolstering IoT network defenses, offering insights into the deployment of IDSs within RPL-based IoT networks.