In a recent survey conducted by Genetec, 36% of respondents globally said they were looking to invest in cybersecurity-related tools to improve their physical security environment in the next 12 months. In the physical security industry, where cybersecurity has not always been top of mind, the survey results demonstrate that respondents are starting to recognize the reality of cyber threats to physical security systems.
The usage of Internet of Things (IoT) devices has benefited organizations’ ability to improve security and monitor activities in large, distributed spaces. However, with the benefits of connectivity, accessibility, mobility and data sharing come the aforementioned cybersecurity risks. Devices such as video surveillance cameras, access control readers and alarm panels can provide an entry point to networks of large and small enterprises via their physical security systems.