According to the F-Secure Cyber security report, global cyberattacks on IoT devices surged by 300% in 2019. And while cyber security has long been associated with big corporations, a recent Verizon data breach report paints a different picture: IoT Security is becoming essential for everyone; and that is where IoT Security Assured comes in.
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IASME developed IoT Security Assured to act as a certification provided to IoT manufacturers that are compliant with cyber security best practices and have demonstrated their ability to secure their internet-connected devices.
The IoT Security Assured certification is tailored to achieve the following four objectives:
In 2016, a hacker exploited a vulnerability in one of the well-known security camera models to launch massive attacks on social media platforms. This attack is just one example of how IoT devices can be exploited. The following are further examples of these issues.
Cyber security for large businesses is defined by its evolving nature. Both the defenders and attackers are constantly innovating ways to be successful. In a quest to deal with existing and emerging threats, large businesses often face the following primary challenges:
Manufacturers need to adhere to IoT best practices and standards. These include, penetration testing activities where they do regular attack simulations against their IoT devices to root out possible vulnerabilities. Manufacturers should also develop regular updates and automatically push those updates to their IoT devices.
Users are part of an attack vector that is usually targeted by malevolent actors seeking to breach the IoT networks. Manufacturers and other stakeholders need to build awareness on efficient ways of using IoT devices.
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One way IoT device manufacturers can prove that they are aligned to the UK and European cyber security legislation and standards is by acquiring IoT security assured. The scheme also assures your customers that your IoT devices have been built according to the best security controls.
IoT Security Assured is available in three levels: Basic, Silver, and Gold. Basic signifies alignment to the proposed UK legislation, Silver involves alignment to mandatory European requirements, and Gold builds on this by aligning to European requirements and recommendations.
Defensity is an Authorised Cyber Essentials & IASME Certification Body, you will only consult with qualified (CISSP) Security Professionals.
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Defensity is an Authorised Cyber Essentials & IASME Certification Body, you will only consult with qualified (CISSP) Security Professionals.
