New Report on IoT Security
Schneier on Security
SEPTEMBER 28, 2022
The Atlantic Council has published a report on securing the Internet of Things: “Security in the Billions: Toward a Multinational Strategy to Better Secure the IoT Ecosystem.”
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7 Key Security Principles for IoT Manufacturing
GlobalSign
FEBRUARY 16, 2023
The Internet of Things (IoT) is becoming increasingly essential in terms of assisting with product development and enhancements. It can also deliver significant benefits within the manufacturing industry. Explore important considerations for the IoT manufacturing industry!
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MY TAKE: How decentralizing IoT could help save the planet — by driving decarbonization
The Last Watchdog
DECEMBER 17, 2023
The Internet of Things ( IoT ) is on the threshold of ascending to become the Internet of Everything ( IoE.) Infineon supplies semiconductors embedded in smart systems, most notably in automotive, power and IoT. We can execute a lot of machine learning, at the edge, in IoT devices.
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KrebsOnSecurity Hit By Huge New IoT Botnet “Meris”
Krebs on Security
SEPTEMBER 10, 2021
The assault came from “ Meris ,” the same new “Internet of Things” (IoT) botnet behind record-shattering attacks against Russian search giant Yandex this week and internet infrastructure firm Cloudflare earlier this summer. Cloudflare recently wrote about its attack , which clocked in at 17.2
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Analyzing IoT Security Best Practices
Schneier on Security
JUNE 25, 2020
New research: " Best Practices for IoT Security: What Does That Even Mean? " We consider categories of best practices, and how they apply over the lifecycle of IoT devices. Back in 2017, I catalogued nineteen security and privacy guideline documents for the Internet of Things. by Christopher Bellman and Paul C.
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On IoT Devices and Software Liability
Schneier on Security
JANUARY 12, 2024
New law journal article : Smart Device Manufacturer Liability and Redress for Third-Party Cyberattack Victims Abstract: Smart devices are used to facilitate cyberattacks against both their users and third parties.
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Hacked IoT Devices Livestreaming Swatting Attacks: FBI
Adam Levin
DECEMBER 30, 2020
Hackers are using internet-connected home devices to livestream “swatting” attacks, according to the FBI. In the latest wave of attacks, hackers are using credential stuffing, where credentials from previously compromised accounts are used to gain access to internet-enabled smart home devices. “As
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STEPS FORWARD: Regulators are on the move to set much needed IoT security rules of the road
The Last Watchdog
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
New government rules coupled with industry standards meant to give formal shape to the Internet of Things (IoT) are rapidly quickening around the globe. When it comes to IoT, we must arrive at specific rules of the road if we are to tap into the full potential of smart cities, autonomous transportation and advanced healthcare.
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Securing the Internet of Things through Class-Action Lawsuits
Schneier on Security
FEBRUARY 27, 2020
This law journal article discusses the role of class-action litigation to secure the Internet of Things. Basically, the article postulates that (1) market realities will produce insecure IoT devices, and (2) political failures will leave that industry unregulated. Result: insecure IoT.
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IoT Unravelled Part 3: Security
Troy Hunt
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
In part 1 of this series, I posited that the IoT landscape is an absolute mess but Home Assistant (HA) does an admirable job of tying it all together. As with the rest of the IoT landscape, there's a lot of scope for improvement here and also just like the other IoT posts, it gets very complex for normal people very quickly.
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IoT devices at major Manufacturers infected with crypto-miner
Security Affairs
FEBRUARY 8, 2020
Hackers have infected with a piece of malware some IoT devices running Windows 7 designed by three of the world’s largest manufacturers. Security experts from TrapX reported that some IoT devices running Windows 7 have been infected with a piece of malware, is it a supply chain attack? Pierluigi Paganini.
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March to 5G could pile on heavier security burden for IoT device manufacturers
SC Magazine
APRIL 9, 2021
As the Department of Defense works on standards to dictate 5G rollout, security requirements may be too much for IoT manufacturers. Of course, many security hurdles for IoT device manufacturers are not specific to 5G. Of course, many security hurdles for IoT device manufacturers are not specific to 5G.
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The UK Bans Default Passwords
Schneier on Security
MAY 2, 2024
The UK is the first country to ban default passwords on IoT devices. On Monday, the United Kingdom became the first country in the world to ban default guessable usernames and passwords from these IoT devices. IoT manufacturers aren’t making two devices, one for California and one for the rest of the US.
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Are the Police using Smart-Home IoT Devices to Spy on People?
Schneier on Security
OCTOBER 22, 2018
IoT devices are surveillance devices, and manufacturers generally use them to collect data on their customers. Surveillance is still the business model of the Internet, and this data is used against the customers' interests: either by the device manufacturer or by some third-party the manufacturer sells the data to.
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The Internet of Things is a Complete Mess (and how to Fix it)
Troy Hunt
JULY 13, 2021
I've spent more time IoT'ing my house over the last year than any sane person ever should. Plus, it's definitely added to our lives in terms of the things it enables us to do; see them in part 5 of my IoT unravelled blog series. You also want to be able to change the colour because hey, that's kinda cool.
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Why IoT Security is Important for Today’s Networks?
Security Boulevard
MARCH 17, 2022
Internet of Things is the acronym for IoT. Given the non-standard manufacturing of IoT devices and troves of data flowing through the IoT devices, we are constantly exposed […]. Given the non-standard manufacturing of IoT devices and troves of data flowing through the IoT devices, we are constantly exposed […].
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New IoT Security Regulations
Schneier on Security
NOVEMBER 13, 2018
Due to ever-evolving technological advances, manufacturers are connecting consumer goods -- from toys to lightbulbs to major appliances -- to the internet at breakneck speeds. This is the Internet of Things, and it's a security nightmare. But it's just one of dozens of awful "security" measures commonly found in IoT devices.
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Guest Essay: The urgent need to improve firmware security — especially in OT and IoT routers
The Last Watchdog
AUGUST 26, 2024
As our world becomes increasingly interconnected, the security of Operational Technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) devices is more critical than ever. In doing this, manufacturers can help organizations better understand the risks associated with their devices and the appropriate mitigation actions.
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MY TAKE: Can Matter 1.0 springboard us from truly smart homes to the Internet of Everything?
The Last Watchdog
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
The technology industry hopes that Matter arises as the lingua franca for the Internet of Things. It could be the key that securely interconnects IoT systems at a much deeper level, which, in turn, would pave the way to much higher tiers of digital innovation. This time we drilled down on the security pedigree of Matter 1.0.
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How to deploy software to Linux-based IoT devices at scale
InfoWorld on Security
MARCH 20, 2024
The internet of things (IoT) has transformed the way we interact with the world, connecting a myriad of devices to the internet, from smart thermostats in our homes to industrial sensors in manufacturing plants. To read this article in full, please click here
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WEF Outlines Path to Cyber Resilience for Manufacturing Sector
SecureWorld News
MAY 29, 2024
The manufacturing sector faces an increasingly daunting cyber threat landscape that puts production operations, intellectual property, and entire supply chains at risk. Manufacturers must make cyber resilience a fully institutionalized part of their organizational identity." trillion annually. "
Machine Identities are Essential for Securing Smart Manufacturing
Security Boulevard
FEBRUARY 28, 2022
Machine Identities are Essential for Securing Smart Manufacturing. The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) puts networked sensors and intelligent devices directly on the manufacturing floor to collect data, drive artificial intelligence and do predictive analytics. Benefits of IIoT in the manufacturing sector.
P2P Weakness Exposes Millions of IoT Devices
Krebs on Security
APRIL 26, 2019
iLnkP2p is bundled with millions of Internet of Things (IoT) devices, including security cameras and Webcams, baby monitors, smart doorbells, and digital video recorders. He found that 39 percent of the vulnerable IoT things were in China; another 19 percent are located in Europe; seven percent of them are in use in the United States.
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Updated Kmsdx botnet targets IoT devices
Security Affairs
AUGUST 28, 2023
Researchers spotted an updated version of the KmsdBot botnet that is now targeting Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The Akamai Security Intelligence Response Team (SIRT) discovered a new version of the KmsdBot botnet that employed an updated Kmsdx binary targeting Internet of Things (IoT) devices.
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Britain introduces IOT Device Security Legislation
CyberSecurity Insiders
NOVEMBER 25, 2021
A new legislation was introduced in the Britain’s parliament last week aiming to better protect IoT devices from sophisticated hackers. Now, comes the big question…what if companies indulging in the manufacturing of IoT cannot comply with the newly planned Britain’s digital law.? Well, it’s simple….the Hope it does!
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IoT Security Checklist
Security Boulevard
MAY 27, 2021
Internet-connected devices, collectively known as the Internet of Things or IoT, can provide opportunities for attackers to access your network–and as a result, devices more sensitive than your lightbulbs. The post IoT Security Checklist appeared first on Hurricane Labs.
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The IoT Cybersecurity Act of 2020: Implications for Devices
eSecurity Planet
JANUARY 22, 2021
billion Internet of Things (IoT) devices. As more information about IoT device vulnerabilities is published, the pressure on industry and government authorities to enhance security standards might be reaching a tipping point. government, standards will not apply to the IoT market at-large. Implications for IoT devices.
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To Make the Internet of Things Safe, Start with Manufacturing
Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing
SEPTEMBER 11, 2018
This aptly describes the Internet of Things (IoT), where many small things are coming together to shape what we all hope will deliver a great leap in the way we live and do business. According to Maciej Kranz, Cisco VP for strategic innovation, writing for IoTechExpo.com , “[In 2018] IoT security will become the No.
IoT Inspector Tool from Princeton
Schneier on Security
MAY 1, 2018
Researchers at Princeton University have released IoT Inspector , a tool that analyzes the security and privacy of IoT devices by examining the data they send across the Internet. They've already used the tool to study a bunch of different IoT devices. Related: IoT Hall of Shame. Halo Smoke Detector.
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Cybercriminals Increasingly Target Manufacturing, IP
Security Boulevard
JUNE 21, 2021
Recent attacks targeting intellectual property (IP) and critical infrastructure are raising the security stakes for manufacturing organizations, as the industry records one of the highest attack rates of any sector since the onset of COVID-19. One in five manufacturing companies in the U.S.
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143 MY TAKE: The role of semiconductors in bringing the ‘Internet of Everything’ into full fruition
The Last Watchdog
DECEMBER 11, 2022
The Internet of Everything ( IoE ) is on the near horizon. For instance, very visibly over the past decade, Internet of Things ( IoT ) computing devices and sensors have become embedded everywhere. Smart devices and IoT systems are beginning to interconnect with each other and this is only going to continue.”.
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Understanding Global IoT Security Regulations
Security Boulevard
JUNE 29, 2021
The IoT is maturing rapidly, and surveys show that global IoT spending will achieve a combined annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.3% It offers promising benefits that are rapidly transforming a variety of industries, including manufacturing, health care, commercial buildings, smart homes, retail and energy.
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“Best Practices for IoT Security”
Adam Shostack
JUNE 8, 2020
There’s an interesting new draft, Best Practices for IoT Security:What Does That Even Mean? It’s by Christopher Bellman and Paul C. van Oorschot.
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Google One gets certified by Internet of Secure Things Alliance
CyberSecurity Insiders
APRIL 18, 2021
For building trust among users, companies manufacturing web connected devices should get the approval of Internet of Secure Things Alliance (iOXT) that approves the product only when it passes all the eight security principles planned by it before. And in coming days Gmail and Youtube will join the list.
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Overview of IoT threats in 2023
SecureList
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
IoT devices (routers, cameras, NAS boxes, and smart home components) multiply every year. The first-ever large-scale malware attacks on IoT devices were recorded back in 2008, and their number has only been growing ever since. Telnet, the overwhelmingly popular unencrypted IoT text protocol, is the main target of brute-forcing.
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Top IoT Security Solutions of 2021
eSecurity Planet
NOVEMBER 19, 2021
IoT security is where endpoint detection and response ( EDR ) and enterprise mobility management ( EMM ) meet the challenges of a rapidly expanding edge computing infrastructure. As the enterprise attack surface grows, IoT is yet another attack vector organizations aren’t fully prepared to defend.
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Device manufacturers need to rethink how to lock down IoT
SC Magazine
MAY 27, 2021
Today’s columnist, Matt Wyckhouse of Finite State, says to lock down IoT devices, manufacturers have to build security in from the start. Embedded, internet-connected devices control the most critical infrastructure on the planet. billion IoT devices expected to hit the market globally by 2025.
Cybersecurity Labeling of IoT Devices: Will It Happen in 2023?
SecureWorld News
OCTOBER 13, 2022
consumers could have a set of cybersecurity labeling standards to protect their Internet of Things (IoT) devices as early as spring 2023 if the White House National Security Council has its way. The move ties in nicely with October being Cybersecurity Awareness Month. In February 2022, the U.S. Will the program get off the ground?
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IoT Unravelled Part 1: It's a Mess. But Then There's Home Assistant
Troy Hunt
NOVEMBER 22, 2020
With the benefit of hindsight, this was a naïve question: Alright clever IoT folks, I've got two of these garage door openers, what do you reckon the best way of connecting them with Apple HomeKit is? Everybody Wants to be "The IoT Solution" This is where the whole mess starts: what is the hub of your IoT world?
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IASME Consortium to Kick-start New IoT Assessment Scheme
Dark Reading
OCTOBER 21, 2020
The IASME Consortium has been awarded a DCMS grant, enabling the UK organization to kick-start an Internet of Things (IoT) assessment scheme. IASME is looking for manufacturers interested in getting their IoT device certified cyber secure for free via the new pilot scheme.
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MY TAKE: Why DDoS weapons will proliferate with the expansion of IoT and the coming of 5G
The Last Watchdog
MARCH 28, 2019
Related: IoT botnets now available for economical DDoS blasts. The author of Mirai used a sledgehammer to kill a fly: the DDoS bombardment was so large that it also wiped out Dyn , a UK-based internet performance vendor. It’s easy to do when there are six million open DNS resolvers on the internet using poor security practices.”.
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IoT Cybersecurity: 5 Major Vulnerabilities and How to Tackle Them
Security Affairs
OCTOBER 13, 2020
The number of sensors and smart devices connected to the internet is exponentially rising, which are the 5 Major Vulnerabilities for IoT devices. If you take a look at the global market for IoT, you can easily spot the trend. IoT devices are exposed to cybersecurity vulnerabilities. IoT is a complicated concept.
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Human Factors in SCADA and IoT Security: Addressing the Biggest Vulnerability in Industrial Systems
SecureWorld News
AUGUST 3, 2024
The hidden weakness: human error Despite leaps in cybersecurity technology, human error remains an Achilles heel in SCADA and IoT security. Looking ahead The future of SCADA and IoT security requires the use of advanced technologies such as AI and machine learning. Register here to attend for free and earn 6 CPE credits.
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Cybersecurity for IoT: The Road We’ve Traveled, The Road Ahead
NSTIC
MAY 16, 2022
The NIST Cybersecurity for IoT program published Considerations for Managing Internet of Things (IoT) Cybersecurity and Privacy Risks (NISTIR 8228) in June 2019, nearly 3 years ago. Since then, IoT technology has continued to develop and be adopted across sectors and markets.
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