Articles Tagged with ''IoT Security''

5 cyber threats facing the education sector

June 10, 2022

The Threat Intelligence Report from Avertium analyzed Black Kite cybersecurity findings to rank the top five cybersecurity threats facing the education sector, including ransomware, data breaches and more.

Implement NIST IoT cybersecurity guidelines early

Scott Laliberte Matthew Freilich

April 26, 2022

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) created guidelines for labeling Internet of Things (IoT) devices to ensure cybersecurity across the supply chain.

Reinforcing identity in IoT: A vital best practice

Jim Taylor

April 6, 2022

Securing Internet of Things (IoT) devices necessitates a new look at identity and access management for organizational cybersecurity.

Top 5 healthcare cybersecurity threats — and how to mitigate them

Security Staff

March 11, 2022

The 2021 Healthcare Data Breach Trend Report from Protected Harbor gives insight into evolving healthcare data breach patterns, predictive threats for 2022, and a playbook on how to increase information technology (IT) durability to stop future healthcare data attacks.

More than 8.4 million DDoS Attacks Targeted IT Infrastructures, Cloud, Mobile Networks & IoT Devices in 2019

February 18, 2020

NETSCOUT Threat Intelligence saw 8.4 million Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks last year alone: 23,000 attacks per day, 16 every minute.

Hazards Ahead: The Dangers of Runaway Technology

September 6, 2018

Technology has advanced at an astonishing rate in the last decade, and the pace is only set to accelerate. Capabilities that seemed impossible only a short time ago will develop extremely quickly, aiding those who see them coming and hindering those who don’t. Developments in smart technology will create new possibilities for organizations of all kinds – but they will also create opportunities for attackers and adversaries by reducing the effectiveness of existing controls. Previously well-protected information will become vulnerable.

Is the Internet of Things Impossible to Secure?

Srinivasan C.R.

June 7, 2018

The use of Internet of Things (IoT) technology is growing rapidly as more consumers and businesses recognize the benefits offered by smart devices. The range of IoT hardware available is huge, including everything from smart doorbells and connected kettles to children’s toys. What’s more, this is not only limited to smart home tech for consumers. IoT sensors are being increasingly used by businesses of all sizes across numerous industries including healthcare and manufacturing. However, despite its life-enhancing and cost-saving benefits, the IoT is a security minefield. So, is it even possible to secure the IoT?

Exploring the Wide-Ranging IoT Risks in Healthcare

While impacts may vary, risk mitigation strategies work in all domains.

Clyde Hewitt

March 13, 2018

In today’s world, the Internet of Things (IoT) is ubiquitous and holds great potential, but also brings security concerns. While IoT devices are being used across industries, the healthcare industry’s experiences with insecure devices provide valuable lessons to heed.

Identifying Key Internet of Things Partners

Part 3 in a 3-Part Series on the Internet of Things

Manny Linhares

September 26, 2017

Bringing the promise of IoT to fruition requires expertise outside the scope of most security professionals.

The Benefits of Autonomous Buildings

Part 2 in a 3-Part Series on the Internet of Things

Manny Linhares

September 12, 2017

Autonomous buildings are the true promise of IoT and take automation a step further by fully harnessing the capabilities of advanced connectivity.

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