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Britain introduces IOT Device Security Legislation

CyberSecurity Insiders

A new legislation was introduced in the Britain’s parliament last week aiming to better protect IoT devices from sophisticated hackers. Now, comes the big question…what if companies indulging in the manufacturing of IoT cannot comply with the newly planned Britain’s digital law.? Well, it’s simple….the Hope it does!

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NCSC: New UK law bans default passwords on smart devices

Security Affairs

The law, known as the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure act (or PSTI act), will be effective on April 29, 2024. is the first country in the world to ban default credentia from IoT devices. . is the first country in the world to ban default credentia from IoT devices. ” The U.K. ” The U.K.

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Thales 2023 Data Threat Report: The Increased Telco Cybersecurity Challenges in the 5G Era

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

Thales 2023 Data Threat Report: The Increased Telco Cybersecurity Challenges in the 5G Era madhav Tue, 09/12/2023 - 05:15 Telecommunications firms have always faced a unique set of security challenges. Infrastructure extends to multiple cloud platforms and applications and the increased volume of connected IoT devices.

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Opinion: Staying Secure Through 5G Migration

The Security Ledger

To achieve their 5G transformation, telecommunications providers require security solutions and platforms built from the ground up for modern, dynamic business models. The post Opinion: Staying Secure Through 5G Migration appeared first on The Security Ledger.

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Key Cybersecurity Trends for 2024: My Predictions

Jane Frankland

Cybersecurity can often feel like a game of cat and mouse where cyber attackers and defenders engage in a chase, with one party trying to outsmart the other. Just like in previous years, 2024 is set to test practitioners’ skills as the frequency of cyber threats continues to surge leaving no room for complacency.

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The Evolving Cybersecurity Threats to Critical National Infrastructure

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

The threat of attacks against Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) – energy, utilities, telecommunications, and transportation – is a top priority. Reducing the risk of attacks such as ransomware and malware on CNI will be paramount to the stability of national economies for the years to come.

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Protect 5G to Secure Sustainable Growth

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

In fact, according to Gartner, the deployment of IoT devices will accelerate from 25 billion in 2023 to 75 billion in 2025. The deployment of 5G to change sustainability and efficiency improvements may be jeopardized by cyber-attacks. 5G and IoT will be essential for enhancing and enabling these manufacturing advancements.