What you'll learn

As Chris Holland looks at the role that 'Internet of Things' devices played in the attacks against Dyn and Krebs, he will dive into the DDoS attacks Threat Landscape: Symptoms, Motivations, Business Impact & Attack Vectors. Having thereby gained a better understanding of exposure to these threats, Chris will then explore Defensive Countermeasures with a strong emphasis on preparedness ahead of these attacks. After this talk, you will have a better understanding of what DDoS attacks are and how they work, a better understanding of your exposure to such attacks, and a set of concrete steps to better prepare ahead of an attack for more effective mitigation.