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The IoT Cybersecurity Act of 2020: Implications for Devices

eSecurity Planet

billion Internet of Things (IoT) devices. By 2025, we expect 21.5 As more information about IoT device vulnerabilities is published, the pressure on industry and government authorities to enhance security standards might be reaching a tipping point. government, standards will not apply to the IoT market at-large.

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7 Top Tips for Accelerating your IoT Projects in 2021

CyberSecurity Insiders

billion IoT devices active across the world – a figure that is expected to grow to 75 billion by 2025. This tripling will be a phenomenal feat to achieve in the next four years and relies upon IoT projects that are currently planned or under development to mature quickly. 1 Consider using generic IoT service modules.

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IoT Cybersecurity: 5 Major Vulnerabilities and How to Tackle Them

Security Affairs

The number of sensors and smart devices connected to the internet is exponentially rising, which are the 5 Major Vulnerabilities for IoT devices. If you take a look at the global market for IoT, you can easily spot the trend. IoT devices are exposed to cybersecurity vulnerabilities. IoT is a complicated concept.

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The Internet of Things Is Everywhere. Are You Secure?

Security Boulevard

The internet of things (IoT) describes the network of interconnected devices embedded with sensors, software, or other technology that exchange data with other devices and systems over the Internet. . This means that currently there are three IoT devices for every one human on the planet. The Technical Challenge of IoT Security.

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Cloud API Services, Apps and Containers Will Be Targeted in 2022

McAfee

5G and IoT Traffic Between API Services and Apps Will Make Them Increasingly Lucrative Targets. Examples include: 5G mobile applications – 5G connectivity and deployment of IoT endpoints have increased dramatically providing higher capacity for broader connectivity needs. billion IoT devices are expected to be in use worldwide by 2025.

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Six existential threats posed by the future of 5G (Part One)

CyberSecurity Insiders

To mitigate this threat, strong encryption of data – and accurate authentication of those given access to it, must be guaranteed by telecom operators, even in the most demanding, performance intensive environments. Estimations from the GSMA predict that by 2025, 5G will account for 21% of total mobile connections , with around 1.8

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Inside the Complex Universe of Cybersecurity

SecureWorld News

Role-based access controls, multi-factor authentication, and adherence to standard screening checklists are essential to securing the cloud environment. The recent Verkada incident serves as a stark reminder, emphasizing the pressing need for CISOs to prioritize integrated IoT security and privacy in their strategic considerations.