Though the Internet of Things (IoT) has redefined our lives and brought a lot of benefits, it has a large attack surface area and is not safe until it is secure. IoT devices are an easy target for cybercriminals and hackers if not properly secured. You may have serious problems with financial and confidential data being invaded, stolen, or encrypted.
It is difficult to spot and discuss risks for organizations, let alone build a comprehensive methodology for dealing with them, without practical knowledge of what IoT security is and testing it. Realizing the security threats and how to avoid them is the first step, as Internet of Things solutions require significantly more testing than before. Integrated security is frequently lacking when it comes to introducing new features and products to the market.
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