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Device manufacturers need to rethink how to lock down IoT

SC Magazine

billion IoT devices expected to hit the market globally by 2025. A recent Microsoft Security Signals survey found that just 29% of companies have any budget allocated to protect firmware at all. The Security Signals research said that attacks on firmware increased five-fold in four years. Threat actors have noticed.

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Windows 11 is out. Is it any good for security?

Malwarebytes

In effect, Microsoft is making its existing Secured-core PC standards the new baseline, so that a range of technologies that are optional in Windows 10 are mandatory, or on by default, in Windows 11. United Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI). In reality the hardware requirements will only seem exacting for a short period.

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Why Businesses Can’t Afford Anything Less Than Zero Trust in IoT

Security Boulevard

Considering there will be over 64 billion IoT devices in use by the end of 2025, it will be impossible to secure your organization and achieve a Zero Trust environment without securing all connected devices that make up your IoT. Gartner predicts that by 2025, 99% of cloud security failures will be the customer’s fault. Related Posts.

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How to ensure security and trust in connected cars

CyberSecurity Insiders

Connected cars are an untapped well of potential, this being indicated by the fact that the connected vehicles market is projected to reach $166 billion by 2025. Technologies that enable connectivity in cars. However, with increased connectivity in our cars, new challenges are arising for both manufacturers and users. The role of eSIM.

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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. . Staying current with firmware patches and updates is also key to enabling robust security. . Don’t Forget the Application Layer.

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Key benefits of iSIM technology for enabling secure connectivity

CyberSecurity Insiders

billion connected consumer devices such as smartphones, wearables, laptops and tablets expected to be shipped b y 2025. With devices needing SIMs to authenticate them for mobile networks, advances in SIM technology will be critical f or the expansion of the connected world in years to come. . Same security certification .

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IoT Devices and HIPAA Compliance: 6 Things Healthcare Orgs Must Know

SecureWorld News

Over half of the medical and other IoT devices used within healthcare are vulnerable because software, firmware, and/or hardware patches are not applied. Or, the IT department simply doesn't view IoT technology as being part of its IT management responsibilities. The global IoMT market is projected to grow from $72.5B

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