Offer extended through Aug. 31: Enterprises are deploying internet-of-things devices in their networks to reap manifold benefits, but they need expertise to properly secure them. Network World and Pluralsight have teamed up to offer this free course to provide that knowledge. Credit: PlargueDoctor / Getty Images IoT devices are proliferating on corporate networks, gathering data that enables organizations to make smarter business decisions, improve productivity and help avoid costly equipment failures, but there is one big downside – security of the internet of things remains a problem. It makes sense, then, for enterprises to try to spot vulnerabilities in the IoT gear in their networks before they can be exploited by malicious actors. To help this along, Network World and Pluralsight have teamed up to present a free course, Ethical Hacking: Hacking the Internet of Things, that provides IT pros with skills they need to protect their network infrastructure. Taught by Dale Meredith, a certified ethical hacker, the course describes the communication models IoT devices use and the architectures and protocols, according to the course description. That is augmented by a look at the threats IoT devices can pose if not managed properly, and “you’ll also learn about how to choose a manufacturer whose goals are also to protect your networks.” The course also delves into the attack tools that could be used against IoT devices and countermeasures to deploy that can defend them. Click here to sign up for this free course. All you’ll be asked for is your name and email address. Related content news Arista targets lateral security threat in campus and data center networks Arista Macro-Segmentation Service sets up microperimeters for enterprise resource protection. By Michael Cooney May 01, 2024 3 mins Remote Access Security Network Security Networking brandpost Sponsored by Zscaler Breaches galore - why a proven platform for Zero Trust is needed Organizations need a proven platform for zero trust. But before we dive into why that is the case, we must first answer two important questions. By Zscaler Apr 30, 2024 8 mins Network Security brandpost Sponsored by Zscaler 4 reasons firewalls and VPNs are exposing organizations to breaches Yesterday’s solutions are today’s problems. By Zscaler Apr 30, 2024 11 mins Network Security news 2024 global network outage report and internet health check ThousandEyes tracks internet and cloud traffic and provides Network World with weekly updates on the performance of ISPs, cloud service providers, and UCaaS providers. By Ann Bednarz Apr 30, 2024 40 mins Internet Service Providers Network Management Software Cloud Computing PODCASTS VIDEOS RESOURCES EVENTS NEWSLETTERS Newsletter Promo Module Test Description for newsletter promo module. Please enter a valid email address Subscribe