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IoT Security Market to Grow at a CAGR of 12.40% & Earning Revenue of Around USD 61.6 Billion by the End of 2028.

April 20 2022

https://www.globenewswire.com/en/news-release/2022/04/20/2425735/0/en/IoT-Security-Market-to-Grow-at-a-CAGR-of-12-40-Earning-Revenue-of-Around-USD-61-6-Billion-by-the-End-of-2028-BlueWeave-Consulting.html
CISA Alert on ICS, SCADA Devices Highlights Growing Enterprise IoT Security Risks.

Omdia Senior Analyst Hollie Hennessy says the new threat to multiple ICS and SCADA devices underscores the importance of a rapid response to IoT and OT security risks. Dark Reading.

April 15 2022

https://www.darkreading.com/omdia/cisa-alert-on-ics-scada-devices-highlights-growing-enterprise-iot-security-risks
CISA, FBI Warn of APT Cyber Tools Affecting ICS/SCADA Devices

Advanced persistent threat (APT) actors developed custom tools to target ICS/SCADA devices and compromise OT networks. Jill McKeon. Health IT Security.

April 15 2022

https://healthitsecurity.com/news/cisa-fbi-warn-of-apt-cyber-tools-affecting-ics-scada-devices
U.S. Warns Sophisticated ICS/SCADA Malware Can Damage Critical Infrastructure

Ryan Naraine. Security Week.

April 13 2022

https://www.securityweek.com/us-warns-new-sophisticated-malware-can-target-icsscada-devices
Is Nanotechnology Ready to Enter the IoT Security War?

Bernard Brode. RT Insights.

April 12 2022

https://www.rtinsights.com/is-nanotechnology-ready-to-enter-the-iot-security-war/
Cybersecurity in Medical Devices: Quality System Considerations and Content of Premarket Submissions; Draft Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff; Availability

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or Agency) is announcing the availability of the draft guidance entitled “Cybersecurity in Medical Devices: Quality System Considerations and Content of Premarket Submissions.” As more medical devices are becoming interconnected, cybersecurity threats have become more numerous, more frequent, more severe, and more clinically impactful. As a result, ensuring medical device safety and effective includes adequate medical device cybersecurity, as well as its security as part of the larger system. In 2018, FDA proposed updates to the final guidance, “Content of Premarket Submissions for Management of Cybersecurity in Medical Devices,” and issued a draft guidance of the same name. This draft guidance replaces the 2018 draft guidance. This draft guidance is intended to further emphasize the importance of ensuring that devices are designed securely, are designed to be capable of mitigating emerging cybersecurity risks throughout the Total Product Life Cycle, and to clearly outline FDA's recommendations for premarket submission content to address cybersecurity concerns. This draft guidance is not final nor is it for implementation at this time.

April 7 2022

https://www.regulations.gov/document/FDA-2021-D-1158-0001
FAQs on Singapore’s new cybersecurity best practices recognition scheme

Singapore’s Cyber Security Agency (CSA) recently announced the launch of a new cyber security certification program that will call out or rather certify firms that have implemented good cyber security practices through a certification. This is a great way of incentivizing cybersecurity among businesses.

Prayukth K V. Security Boulevard.

April 5 2022

https://securityboulevard.com/2022/04/faqs-on-singapores-new-cybersecurity-best-practices-recognition-scheme/

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Hard-coded key vulnerability in Logix PLCs has severity score of 10 out of 10

Critical authentication bypass flaw affects the entire Logix product line

Feb 26 2022

https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2021/02/hard-coded-key-vulnerability-in-logix-plcs-has-severity-score-of-10-out-of-10/
Security and privacy concerns prevent effective use of IoT data, Inmarsat research reveals

Feb 25 2022

https://iotbusinessnews.com/2022/02/25/75015-security-and-privacy-concerns-prevent-effective-use-of-iot-data-inmarsat-research-reveals
IoT devices most vulnerable to internal security threats

Feb 24 2022

https://urgentcomm.com/2022/02/24/iot-devices-most-vulnerable-to-internal-security-threats/
What Is Internet of Things (IoT) Security? - Digital.com

Feb 24 2022

https://digital.com/how-to-create-a-website/what-is-the-internet-of-things-security/
96% of tech decision makers say device security positively impacts the bottom line

Feb 24 2022

https://iotbusinessnews.com/2022/02/24/47941-96-percent-of-tech-decision-makers-say-device-security-positively-impacts-the-bottom-line/
Private vs. Public Fixed IP IoT SIM

Feb 23 2022

iotforall.com/private-vs-public-fixed-ip-iot-sim
IoT Security – Subject of research and concern

Feb 23 2022

https://skillfield.com.au/iot-security-subject-of-research-and-concern/
The IoT Makes Life and Work Easier; What That Means for Cybersecurity

Feb 22 2022

https://securityboulevard.com/2022/02/the-iot-makes-life-and-work-easier-what-that-means-for-cybersecurity/
IoT security more important than ever, claims report

Feb 22 2022

https://www.techdigest.tv/2022/02/iot-security-more-important-than-ever-claims-report.html
The State of IT, Security and the Transportation Industry

These IP/IoT systems are here and customers are more keen to wanting integrated and unified platforms in order to see all of their systems under one hood.

Feb 21 2022

https://www.securitysales.com/columns/state-it-security-transportation-industry/
Healthcare IoT Security Market size worth $ 5.09 Billion, Globally, by 2028 at 21.3% CAGR

Feb 21 2022

https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/healthcare-iot-security-market-size-worth-5-09-billion-globally-by-2028-at-21-3-cagr-verified-market-research-r--873011733.html
IoT Security Solution for Encryption Market Size, Scope, Growth, Competitive Analysis – Cisco Systems, Intel Corporation, IBM Corporation, Symantec Corporation

Feb 21 2022

https://znewsafrica.com/business/358937/iot-security-solution-for-encryption-market-size-scope-growth/
NIST outlines what IoT and software 'security labels' could look like

The US National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) explores issues surrounding the White House's plans for cybersecurity 'approved' labels.

Feb 18 2022

https://www.zdnet.com/article/nist-outlines-what-iot-and-software-security-labels-could-look-like/
Healthcare IOT Security Market Statistics | Focus On Estimation, Research and Future Growth by 2031

Feb 17 2022

https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/444652
Internet of Things (IoT) Security: Challenges & Best Practices

Feb 17 2022

https://www.apriorit.com/dev-blog/513-iot-security
What Utilities Should Know About IoT Security

The proliferation of Internet of Things devices in the energy sector has broadened the threat landscape, requiring greater attention to cybersecurity.

Feb 14 2022

https://biztechmagazine.com/article/2022/02/what-utilities-should-know-about-iot-security
11 IoT Cybersecurity Tips To Help Consumers Protect Themselves From Hackers

Feb 10 2022

https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2022/02/10/11-iot-cybersecurity-tips-to-help-consumers-protect-themselves-from-hackers/?sh=c41ef26a9402
Targeting IoT Interoperability: Matter Hopes to Provide a Secure Solution

Feb 8 2022

https://www.allaboutcircuits.com/news/targeting-internet-of-interoperability-matter-hopes-to-provide-a-secure-solution/
IoT security report finds ransomware, supply chain vulnerabilities top current risks

For the first time, Nozomi report says defenders’ security strategies may be starting to gain an upper hand.

Feb 7 2022

https://www.design-engineering.com/iot-security-report-finds-ransomware-supply-chain-vulnerabilities-top-current-risks-1004038106/
Enable IoT technology security with IoT software engineering

IoT software engineering and QA testing are crucial to building IoT devices. Ensure you don't miss any of these five main systems and connectivity tests.

Feb 4 2022

https://internetofthingsagenda.techtarget.com/post/Enable-IoT-technology-security-with-IoT-software-engineering
Charter presses FCC to address IoT security

Feb 4 2022

https://www.fiercetelecom.com/telecom/charter-presses-fcc-address-iot-security
Nozomi Networks Labs New OT/IoT Security Report 2021 2H

Feb 2 2022

https://www.nozominetworks.com/blog/new-ot-iot-security-report-trends-and-countermeasures-for-critical-infrastructure-attacks/
Forescout Acquires Healthcare IoT Security Startup CyberMDX

Feb 1 2022

https://www.crn.com/news/security/forescout-acquires-healthcare-iot-security-startup-cybermdx
How can home security be improved with IoT? - Thales blog

Jan 31 2022

https://dis-blog.thalesgroup.com/iot/2022/01/31/how-can-home-security-be-improved-with-iot/
When it Comes to Stopping IoT Security Camera Breaches, Focus on Procurement

Jan 28 2022

https://securityintelligence.com/articles/iot-security-camera-breaches-procurement/
Providers of IoT Devices Have 2.5 Years to Implement Stricter Security and Privacy Requirements to Keep Access to the EU Market

Jan 26 2022

https://www.mofo.com/resources/insights/220125-stricter-security-privacy-requirements.html
Apple's AirTag uncovers a secret German intelligence agency

Jan 25 2022

https://appleinsider.com/articles/22/01/25/apples-airtag-uncovers-a-secret-german-intelligence-agency
Apple AirTags being used to stalk people

Inside Edition's Deborah Norville joined "CBS Mornings" to discuss how some individuals and entities are using Apple AirTags to stalk people without their knowledge.

Jan 21, 2022

https://www.paramountplus.com/shows/cbs-mornings/video/hQl4Q2H7kcjX5vW8yNh9E9XaB5S7d1RO/how-apple-airtags-are-being-used-to-stalk-people/
Apple AirTags - 'A perfect tool for stalking'

Jan 20 2022

https://www-bbc-co-uk.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-60004257.amp
An employee died Wednesday at Tesla's factory hub in Fremont, California

The fatality, which involved an employee on the factory's powertrain line. However, the exact cause of death was not published. Since IoT technologies are used within the factory, we have included it here.

Jan 20, 2022

https://www.businessinsider.com/employee-died-tesla-factory-hub-fremont-california-2022-1
Half of internet-connected devices in hospitals are vulnerable to hacks, report finds IV pumps were the biggest risk

Jan 19, 2022

https://www.theverge.com/2022/1/19/22891440/internet-connected-medical-devices-vulnerable
‘Smart City’ Chattanooga Names a New CIO

Tyson Morris will succeed Brent Messer in the Tennessee city—which has a 10-gigabit network.

Jan 14 2022

https://www.wsj.com/articles/smart-city-chattanooga-names-a-new-cio-11642191763?st=cc2m014o3mesir2&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink
Breaking: Are You Ready to Get Chipped?

Installed under the skin, the device is a convenient alternative to your bulky wallet full of credit cards.

Jan 14 2022

https://mobilepaymentconference.com/breaking-ready-get-chipped
Department of Commerce Seeks Internet of Things Experts for New Advisory Board

The U.S. Department of Commerce seeks qualified nominations for a new Internet of Things Advisory Board to advise the recently established Internet of Things Federal Working Group. The advisory board will include a wide range of stakeholders outside of the federal government with expertise relating to the Internet of Things (IoT).

Jan 13 2022

https://www.nist.gov/news-events/news/2022/01/department-commerce-seeks-internet-things-experts-new-advisory-board
How Health and Fitness Trackers Are About to Get a Lot More Granular

Many people have become accustomed to devices quantifying their steps or heart rate. That’s just the beginning. Businesses and researchers are dreaming up the next generation of methods to create and quantify personal data, with the aim of using the information to boost health and happiness. Some technologies are in their infancy, including machines that sit in the home, passively scanning for early signs of illness. Others are in limited use. Still others, such as smart thermometers and blood-glucose monitors, are widespread, but their proponents see untapped potential in the data they collect.

Jan 12 2022

https://www.wsj.com/articles/how-health-and-fitness-trackers-are-about-to-get-a-lot-more-granular-11641999617?st=wshlnkujh8850a3&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink
When Mind Melds With Machine, Who’s in Control?

Brain-computer interfaces are getting better all the time—and they’re about to land us in a philosophical quagmire.

Jan 10 2022

https://www.wired.com/story/when-mind-melds-machine-whos-in-control-brain-computer-interface/
John Deere unveils fully autonomous tractor at CES, says it’s just the beginning

The system’s six pairs of stereo cameras are combined with GPS guidance to create a reality in which a farmer can turn on and control the tractor from a smartphone. Once the tractor’s parameters are set, the farmer can walk away and attend to other business. Via an app that provides access to live video, images and data, the farmer can adjust the tractor’s orders (i.e. change speed or direction), monitor its job progress and receive alerts of anomalies the software doesn’t know how to handle.

At the same time, the tractor also gathers data about the health of crops in the field and other important business metrics.

Jan 10 2022

https://www.rcrwireless.com/20220110/featured/john-deere-unveils-fully-autonomous-tractor-at-ces-says-its-just-the-beginning
Best of CES 2022: New Tech That’s Practical, Innovative or Just Plain Crazy

The annual tech show—taking place in Las Vegas and, thanks to Omicron, across the internet—was a fountain of important tech trends and far-out inventions to come.

Jan 7, 2022

https://www.wsj.com/articles/best-of-ces-2022-new-tech-thats-practical-innovative-or-just-plain-crazy-11641385801?st=8drnmfixokq2qwz&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink
Are your home security cameras vulnerable to hacking?
Well, yes, but here's how you can stop it from happening to you.

Dec 13 2021

https://www.cnet.com/home/security/stop-home-security-camera-hacking/
Medical device security can’t be solved in healthcare: What’s ‘acceptable risk?’
Dec 9 2021

https://www.scmagazine.com/feature/asset-management/medical-device-security-cant-be-solved-in-healthcare-whats-acceptable-risk
Medical device security can’t be solved in healthcare: What’s ‘acceptable risk?’
Dec 9 2021
https://www.scmagazine.com/feature/asset-management/medical-device-security-cant-be-solved-in-healthcare-whats-acceptable-risk
49 Stunning Internet of Things Statistics 2021 [The Rise Of IoT]
Dec 6 2021

https://techjury.net/blog/internet-of-things-statistics/#gref
49 Stunning Internet of Things Statistics 2021 [The Rise Of IoT]
Dec 6 2021
https://techjury.net/blog/internet-of-things-statistics/#gref
Internet Applications Naming and Identifiers in IoT
Dec 1 2021
https://securityboulevard.com/2021/12/internet-applications-naming-and-identifiers-in-iot/
How Safe Are IoT Devices for Your Privacy?
Nov 25 2021
https://privacyhub.cyberghostvpn.com/privacyhub/iot-privacy/
Millions of Routers, IoT Devices at Risk from New Open-Source Malware
Nov 12, 2021
https://threatpost.com/routers-iot-open-source-malware/176270/
The Most Vulnerable IoT Devices: Think Before You Buy
As Black Friday approaches, security experts spotlight risks of IoT.

November 5, 2021
https://tdwi.org/articles/2021/11/05/most-vulnerable-iot-devices.aspx
How consumer IoT devices can break your security
Nov 2 2021
https://www.hpe.com/us/en/insights/articles/how-consumer-iot-devices-can-break-your-security-2111.html
96 Percent of Companies Need a Better Business IoT Security Strategy
November 1, 2021
https://solutionsreview.com/endpoint-security/96-percent-of-companies-need-a-better-business-iot-security-strategy/
18 Most Popular IoT Devices In 2021 (Only Noteworthy IoT Products)
November 1, 2021
https://www.softwaretestinghelp.com/iot-devices/
83 million IoT devices at risk of hacking
The vulnerability could enable threat actors to listen in on private conversations and watch live video streams

18 Aug 2021
https://www.itpro.co.uk/network-internet/internet-of-things-iot/360612/83-million-iot-devices-at-risk-of-hacking
How Hackers Use Power LEDs To Spy On Conversations 100 Feet Away
Aug 15, 2021
https://www.forbes.com/sites/daveywinder/2021/08/15/hackers-use-flickering-power-leds-to-spy-on-conversations-100-feet-away/?sh=6c93fc5e4530
Tapping AI for Intrusion Detection Systems.AI has enabled intrusion detection systems to be adapted for IoT networks, which have been difficult to cover with traditional alternatives.
E-scooter company introduces sidewalk detection technology

The “smart sidewalk protection” module, which is integrated into Bird’s vehicles, is designed to prevent micromobility devices from being used on city sidewalks and footpaths, or other indications of unsafe operation.

Riders who are detected travelling on a sidewalk will receive both audible alerts as well as mobile notifications warning them to return to the road. Ignoring the instruction will result in the electric vehicle steadily losing power by removing throttle and being brought to a safe stop.

Oct, 2021

https://www.smartcitiesworld.net/news/news/e-scooter-company-introduces-sidewalk-detection-technology-7030
'Data stored in cars contains a wealth of information for criminal investigations'
Oct 21, 2021
https://www.forensischinstituut.nl/actueel/nieuws/2021/10/21/opgeslagen-data-in-autos-bevatten-een-schat-aan-informatie-voor-strafrechtelijke-onderzoeken
Oct 18, 2021
https://www.iotworldtoday.com/2021/10/18/tapping-ai-for-intrusion-detection-systems/
20 Eye-Opening Smart Home Statistics
Oct 7, 2021
https://techjury.net/blog/smart-home-statistics
Amazon is adding offline voice recognition to Alexa devices. Plus more new features are coming to the voice assistant soon. “Soon, US customers can choose to have all of their voice commands processed on their Alexa devices. That means these audio clips won't be sent to the cloud and they'll be automatically deleted after the Alexa device processes them.”
Sept 28, 2021
https://www.engadget.com/amazon-is-adding-offline-voice-recognition-to-alexa-devices-171145961.html
Growing IoT Networks Pose New Challenges For Cybersecurity Teams. How Impinj and Balbix are adjusting their security offerings to guard against a new wave of attacks on IoT systems.
Sept 17, 2021
https://builtin.com/iot-internet-things/iot-security
61M Fitbit, Apple Users Had Data Exposed in Wearable Device Data Breach. An independent cybersecurity researcher discovered a wearable device data breach that exposed the records of 61 million Apple and Fitbit users.
Sept 16, 2021
https://healthitsecurity.com/news/61m-fitbit-apple-users-had-data-exposed-in-wearable-device-data-breach
Why IOT in the Commercial Facilities Sector Opens As Many Opportunities As It Does Vulnerabilities
Sept 14, 2021
https://securityboulevard.com/2021/09/why-iot-in-the-commercial-facilities-sector-opens-as-many-opportunities-as-it-does-vulnerabilities/
IoT interest is growing, but so are cybersecurity concerns
Sept 10, 2021
https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2021/09/10/iot-interest/
IoT devices are more vulnerable than ever: Over a billion attacks recorded on IoT devices in the first six months of the year.
Sept 10, 2021
https://www.itpro.co.uk/network-internet/internet-of-things-iot/360850/iot-devices-are-more-vulnerable-than-ever
Attacks on IoT Devices Double Over Past Year
Sept 8, 2021
https://www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/attacks-iot-devices-double-past/
6 Cybersecurity Questions About an Increasingly Ubiquitous IoT
Sept 8, 2021
https://www.toolbox.com/tech/iot/guest-article/6-cybersecurity-questions-about-an-increasingly-ubiquitous-iot/
IoT Devices Built to Meet Cybersecurity Needs
Sept 7, 2021
https://securityboulevard.com/2021/09/iot-devices-built-to-meet-cybersecurity-needs/
Striking Back: An IoT Security Guide for Critical Infrastructure. Thwarting attacks on the connected perimeter of critical infrastructure isn’t getting any easier. IoTWT has collated the best resources to help your organization mitigate future threats.
Sept 6, 2021
https://www.iotworldtoday.com/guide/striking-back-an-iot-security-guide-for-critical-infrastructure/
Step-ahead IoT security: Developers must be more proactive. The lack of standards and built-in IoT security has hindered security practices and left systems vulnerable. Discover practical tips to build a stronger IoT security foundation.
Sept 2, 2021
https://internetofthingsagenda.techtarget.com/post/Step-ahead-IoT-security-Developers-must-be-more-proactive
Grappling With Smart City Security Issues
Sept 2, 2021
https://semiengineering.com/grappling-with-smart-city-security-issues/
NIST Special Publication 800-214
NIST 2020 Cybersecurity and Privacy Annual Report

Sept, 2021
https://nvlpubs.nist.gov/nistpubs/SpecialPublications/NIST.SP.800-214.pdf
NIST Special Publication 1800-32
Securing the Industrial Internet of Things: Cybersecurity for Distributed Energy Resources

Sept, 2021
https://www.nccoe.nist.gov/sites/default/files/library/sp1800/es-iiot-nist-sp1800-32-draft.pdf
Unsecured IoT: 8 Ways Hackers Exploit Firmware Vulnerabilities
As new Internet of Things products enter the market, speed shouldn't trump concerns about security.

August 27, 2019

https://www.darkreading.com/risk/unsecured-iot-8-ways-hackers-exploit-firmware-vulnerabilities
Smart Tires Hit the Road: Goodyear and Bridgestone are targeting last-mile delivery vehicles with intelligent tire systems that use AI algorithms to predict flats.
June 16, 2021

https://www.wsj.com/articles/smart-tires-hit-the-road-11623875808?st=vac7e9w3wsnd95j&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink
The Privacy Risks of Your Fitness Tracker
July 12, 2021
https://vpnoverview.com/privacy/devices/privacy-risks-fitness-tracker/
McAfee finds security vulnerability in Peloton products. Security vulnerabilities mean hackers could access popular exercise bikes and treadmills. Here's how to secure your smart devices
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/amp/ncna1270941
The Technology 202: Amy Klobuchar gets personal on smart speakers
https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2021/06/16/technology-202-amy-klobuchar-gets-personal-smart-speakers/
IoT: ‘Woke up sweating’: Texas power companies remotely raise temperatures on people using their smart thermostats
Smart thermostats can be remotely adjusted during periods of high energy demand.

https://www.dailydot.com/debug/texas-remote-controlled-smart-thermostats
Data from connected CloudPets teddy bears leaked and ransomed, exposing kids' voice messages
Feb 28 2017

https://www.troyhunt.com/data-from-connected-cloudpets-teddy-bears-leaked-and-ransomed-exposing-kids-voice-messages/
How to hack a self-driving car

Aug 2020

https://physicsworld.com/a/how-to-hack-a-self-driving-car/
The IoT Rundown For 2020: Stats, Risks, and Solutions. Weak passwords, insecure network services and a lack of secure update mechanisms top the list of risks for companies utilizing IoT technology.
Jan 13, 2020

https://securitytoday.com/articles/2020/01/13/the-iot-rundown-for-2020.aspx
Fast, Furious and Insecure: Passive keyless entry and start in modern supercars. High-end vehicles are often equipped with a Passive Keyless Entry and Start (PKES) system. These PKES systems allow to unlock and start the vehicle based on the physical proximity of a paired key fob; no user interaction is required.

https://www.esat.kuleuven.be/cosic/news/fast-furious-and-insecure-passive-keyless-entry-and-start-in-modern-supercars/

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