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The Internet of Things (IoT) holds enormous promise.
First, there’s the promise to have an even greater impact than the launch of the internet, providing universal connectivity and ongoing innovation from real-time data. We’re already seeing this in action.
Second, is the promise of even greater security than traditional IT environments, where humans and manual processes are typically the weakest link. We still have progress to make on this front.
We’ve now learned that breaches within machine-controlled networks are exponentially more disruptive, opening the door for device misuse, data compromise, and a host of other destructive actions.
But the promise of greater security is still viable. It requires us to learn from past experiences and build a solid foundation across the IoT ecosystem that prioritizes security from the very beginning. Here’s a look at what’s at stake.
Doubling down on IoT security matters now more than ever
The stakes for getting IoT security right have never been higher. The introduction of the Industrial IoT (IIoT) brings incredible potential to sectors like automotive, healthcare, energy, and aerospace, but the cost of a breach in these domains is irrevocably high.
Consider the case of healthcare: A typical healthcare delivery organization has 20,000 connected medical devices. Any systems that store personal information and medical records are high targets for identity thieves. Even more alarmingly, the wrong party gaining control over medical equipment could have fatal consequences. In 2017, the FDA recalled 465,000 pacemakers after discovering security flaws that could allow hackers to drain device batteries or send malicious instructions to modify a patient’s heartbeat.
Meanwhile, connected vehicles are another increasingly popular IIoT use case that carries equally significant risks. Since 2015, we’ve seen numerous attacks in which third parties accessed a vehicle remotely and took action like turning off the transmission while driving or adjusting the speed of the car. Attacks like these could seriously harm not only those in the vehicle, but those around them as well.
5 guiding tenets for IoT security
1) Use unique credentials for each device
Too often, IoT devices use static passwords or shared keys, which create serious risk because a compromise to one device can affect all devices. Instead, each device needs its own unique digital certificate.
Using unique credentials on each device not only minimizes the impact should one device become compromised, but it also allows for more secure ongoing communications. It enables organizations to validate each device on its own, send secure messages and updates to a single device, and authenticate any data that comes in from a particular device.
2) Store private keys in hardware wherever feasible
3) Verify digitally-signed firmware and software updates
4) Establish an organization-specific root of trust
5) Lead continual lifecycle management for certificates, keys, and RoTs
PKI is central to IoT security
Does your IoT security need an upgrade?
The Internet of Things (IoT) holds enormous promise.
First, there’s the promise to have an even greater impact than the launch of the internet, providing universal connectivity and ongoing innovation from real-time data. We’re already seeing this in action.
Second, is the promise of even greater security than traditional IT environments, where humans and manual processes are typically the weakest link. We still have progress to make on this front.
We’ve now learned that breaches within machine-controlled networks are exponentially more disruptive, opening the door for device misuse, data compromise, and a host of other destructive actions.
But the promise of greater security is still viable. It requires us to learn from past experiences and build a solid foundation across the IoT ecosystem that prioritizes security from the very beginning. Here’s a look at what’s at stake.
Doubling down on IoT security matters now more than ever
The stakes for getting IoT security right have never been higher. The introduction of the Industrial IoT (IIoT) brings incredible potential to sectors like automotive, healthcare, energy, and aerospace, but the cost of a breach in these domains is irrevocably high.
Consider the case of healthcare: A typical healthcare delivery organization has 20,000 connected medical devices. Any systems that store personal information and medical records are high targets for identity thieves. Even more alarmingly, the wrong party gaining control over medical equipment could have fatal consequences. In 2017, the FDA recalled 465,000 pacemakers after discovering security flaws that could allow hackers to drain device batteries or send malicious instructions to modify a patient’s heartbeat.
Meanwhile, connected vehicles are another increasingly popular IIoT use case that carries equally significant risks. Since 2015, we’ve seen numerous attacks in which third parties accessed a vehicle remotely and took action like turning off the transmission while driving or adjusting the speed of the car. Attacks like these could seriously harm not only those in the vehicle, but those around them as well.
5 guiding tenets for IoT security
1) Use unique credentials for each device
Too often, IoT devices use static passwords or shared keys, which create serious risk because a compromise to one device can affect all devices. Instead, each device needs its own unique digital certificate.
Using unique credentials on each device not only minimizes the impact should one device become compromised, but it also allows for more secure ongoing communications. It enables organizations to validate each device on its own, send secure messages and updates to a single device, and authenticate any data that comes in from a particular device.
2) Store private keys in hardware wherever feasible
3) Verify digitally-signed firmware and software updates
4) Establish an organization-specific root of trust
5) Lead continual lifecycle management for certificates, keys, and RoTs
PKI is central to IoT security
Does your IoT security need an upgrade?
The Internet of Things (IoT) holds enormous promise.
First, there’s the promise to have an even greater impact than the launch of the internet, providing universal connectivity and ongoing innovation from real-time data. We’re already seeing this in action.
Second, is the promise of even greater security than traditional IT environments, where humans and manual processes are typically the weakest link. We still have progress to make on this front.
We’ve now learned that breaches within machine-controlled networks are exponentially more disruptive, opening the door for device misuse, data compromise, and a host of other destructive actions.
But the promise of greater security is still viable. It requires us to learn from past experiences and build a solid foundation across the IoT ecosystem that prioritizes security from the very beginning. Here’s a look at what’s at stake.
Doubling down on IoT security matters now more than ever
The stakes for getting IoT security right have never been higher. The introduction of the Industrial IoT (IIoT) brings incredible potential to sectors like automotive, healthcare, energy, and aerospace, but the cost of a breach in these domains is irrevocably high.
Consider the case of healthcare: A typical healthcare delivery organization has 20,000 connected medical devices. Any systems that store personal information and medical records are high targets for identity thieves. Even more alarmingly, the wrong party gaining control over medical equipment could have fatal consequences. In 2017, the FDA recalled 465,000 pacemakers after discovering security flaws that could allow hackers to drain device batteries or send malicious instructions to modify a patient’s heartbeat.
Meanwhile, connected vehicles are another increasingly popular IIoT use case that carries equally significant risks. Since 2015, we’ve seen numerous attacks in which third parties accessed a vehicle remotely and took action like turning off the transmission while driving or adjusting the speed of the car. Attacks like these could seriously harm not only those in the vehicle, but those around them as well.
5 guiding tenets for IoT security
1) Use unique credentials for each device
Too often, IoT devices use static passwords or shared keys, which create serious risk because a compromise to one device can affect all devices. Instead, each device needs its own unique digital certificate.
Using unique credentials on each device not only minimizes the impact should one device become compromised, but it also allows for more secure ongoing communications. It enables organizations to validate each device on its own, send secure messages and updates to a single device, and authenticate any data that comes in from a particular device.
2) Store private keys in hardware wherever feasible
3) Verify digitally-signed firmware and software updates
4) Establish an organization-specific root of trust
5) Lead continual lifecycle management for certificates, keys, and RoTs
PKI is central to IoT security
Does your IoT security need an upgrade?
The Internet of Things (IoT) holds enormous promise.
First, there’s the promise to have an even greater impact than the launch of the internet, providing universal connectivity and ongoing innovation from real-time data. We’re already seeing this in action.
Second, is the promise of even greater security than traditional IT environments, where humans and manual processes are typically the weakest link. We still have progress to make on this front.
We’ve now learned that breaches within machine-controlled networks are exponentially more disruptive, opening the door for device misuse, data compromise, and a host of other destructive actions.
But the promise of greater security is still viable. It requires us to learn from past experiences and build a solid foundation across the IoT ecosystem that prioritizes security from the very beginning. Here’s a look at what’s at stake.
The stakes for getting IoT security right have never been higher. The introduction of the Industrial IoT (IIoT) brings incredible potential to sectors like automotive, healthcare, energy, and aerospace, but the cost of a breach in these domains is irrevocably high.
Consider the case of healthcare: A typical healthcare delivery organization has 20,000 connected medical devices. Any systems that store personal information and medical records are high targets for identity thieves. Even more alarmingly, the wrong party gaining control over medical equipment could have fatal consequences. In 2017, the FDA recalled 465,000 pacemakers after discovering security flaws that could allow hackers to drain device batteries or send malicious instructions to modify a patient’s heartbeat.
Meanwhile, connected vehicles are another increasingly popular IIoT use case that carries equally significant risks. Since 2015, we’ve seen numerous attacks in which third parties accessed a vehicle remotely and took action like turning off the transmission while driving or adjusting the speed of the car. Attacks like these could seriously harm not only those in the vehicle, but those around them as well.
Too often, IoT devices use static passwords or shared keys, which create serious risk because a compromise to one device can affect all devices. Instead, each device needs its own unique digital certificate.
Using unique credentials on each device not only minimizes the impact should one device become compromised, but it also allows for more secure ongoing communications. It enables organizations to validate each device on its own, send secure messages and updates to a single device, and authenticate any data that comes in from a particular device.
The 2022 State of Machine Identity Management Report
Get actionable insights from 1,200+ IT and security professionals on the next frontier for IAM strategy — machine identities.
Read the Report →
The 2022 State of Machine Identity Management Report
Get actionable insights from 1,200+ IT and security professionals on the next frontier for IAM strategy — machine identities.
Read the Report →