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The Internet of Things (IoT) is more than just smart coffeepots and Amazon Alexa. Whether you know it or not, IoT has probably already arrived at your business, bringing new security risks along with it.In a recent webinar, I discussed what security professionals should be doing to secure their IoT devices and where companies often go wrong with IoT security.
What is IoT?
It sounds like a simple question, but most definitions of IoT are lacking. The term itself confuses people, since we tend to associate it with consumer toys that aren’t used in most businesses. Quite frequently, IT and security team members don’t even believe their businesses use IoT devices in the first place.However, if your workplace uses multifunction printers, you use IoT. Other places you might find IoT devices include HVAC systems, lighting control systems, building security, conference room systems, or vending machines. These oft-overlooked spots are all potential security risks.
So, how do you decide what counts as an IoT device? Three components must be present: First, there has to be embedded technology. Second, IoT devices have some kind of management and control, such as a mobile app or a driver on a workstation, that interacts with and controls the embedded tech. Finally, it will have access to cloud serv ..
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