5G technology is almost ready to take off in the U.S. While the upgrade was set to go live in 2020, some major cities have, or will soon have, access to the faster wireless speeds — if your device is 5G compatible (a limited few are).
That’s where some security professionals raise a red flag. According to research conducted by Positive Technologies, devices that currently run on 4G — i.e., just about everything we use — will have vulnerabilities. Internet of things (IoT) security, which is already shaky, could be particularly troublesome with the move to 5G, with a risk that the increasing number of IoT devices could end up becoming a treasure trove of botnet farms.
5G Technology Will Revolutionize Digital Transformation — And Cyberattacks
There is a lot to be excited about with 5G technology. Data sharing will be much faster, allowing all types of organizations to move more quickly and efficiently into the digital world. It will also allow for the use of digital technologies that may not be possible with 4G for some organizations. For example, Tom’s Guide pointed out that 5G can transform the learning experiences of school children by enabling augmented and virtual reality learning opportunities. In industries that require fast communications and transmissions, 5G can literally be the difference between life and death.
However, 5G is equal opportunity. All of the advantages it provides for legitimate organizations and people who see it as a way to improve both work an ..
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