Welcome to the wild west of 5G security, where hackers aren’t just after your passwords—they’re sniffing signals, hijacking network slices, and turning your smart fridge into a botnet army. If you think 5G is just about faster internet speeds, think again. With edge computing, virtualized infrastructures, and billions of connected devices, 5G is a hacker’s paradise—unless we secure it properly.
In "5G and Edge Computing Attacks, Exploits, and Defenses," we dive headfirst into the threats, vulnerabilities, and defenses of next-gen networks. This isn’t your typical dry, corporate cybersecurity guide. No fluff. No vague "best practices." Instead, we break down real-world hacking techniques, penetration testing strategies, and cutting-edge defenses—all with a casual, no-nonsense, and slightly sarcastic tone (because let’s be real, security is serious, but learning about it doesn’t have to be boring).
What You’ll Learn Inside This How hackers perform reconnaissance on 5G networks using OSINT tools like Shodan and CensysExploiting and defending 5G Radio Access Networks (RAN)—MITM attacks, jamming, signal interception, and moreThe dark side of network slicing and virtualization—multi-tenant attacks, VNF exploits, and lateral movement in 5G cloud environmentsEdge computing threats—attacking MEC applications, API vulnerabilities, and securing AI-powered IoT workloads5G IoT security nightmares—hardcoded credentials, botnet attacks, and rogue device exploitsAI-powered cyberattacks—how adversarial AI is reshaping the battlefield in 5G securityZero Trust and post-quantum cryptography strategies for securing the future of 5G networks This book is part of the "IoT Red Offensive and Defensive Strategies" series—your ultimate hacking and cybersecurity toolkit. If you’re the kind of person who likes breaking things (ethically) to make them stronger, you’ll also Wireless Hacking Unleashed – Master Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and RF protocol attacksThe Car Hacker’s Guide – Exploit and secure smart vehiclesSmart Home Hacking – Because even your coffee machine can betray youDrone Hacking – GPS spoofing, UAV exploits, and wireless attacksAI-Powered IoT Hacking – The future of cyber warfare in connected devices Who Should Read This?Penetration testers & red teamers looking to master 5G and edge computing exploitsCybersecurity professionals & blue teamers defending next-gen networksIoT and cloud security researchers tackling virtualization and MEC securityTech enthusiasts & ethical hackers who love breaking things (for good, of course) 5G security isn’t just about protecting networks—it’s about securing the backbone of our hyper-connected world. Whether you’re securing smart cities, critical infrastructure, or just your own Wi-Fi router, this book arms you with the knowledge you need to stay ahead of cyber threats.
So, are you ready to hack, defend, and future-proof 5G networks? Let’s go!