3 Mobile App Cybersecurity Misconceptions
As the use of mobile applications for work and leisure continues to rise, so does the number of security threats that target the sensitive data stored on these applications. In fact, in 2018 – a survey gathered from key cities around the country including Portland, Los Angeles, and New York – about 1 in 36 […]
Security: a Top Consideration for Apps
Today, nearly every organization is looking to extend their offering though mobile applications in one form or another. From near exponential growth in mobile telehealth applications to innovative medical devices being accessible through mobile applications, we’re finding today that organizations are moving outside their typical model for providing value to their clients, and supplementing their […]
A Short Guide to Securing Your IoT Devices
The Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized the industrial world, and now it’s heading for our homes, cars, and cities. As the number of connected smart devices continues growing in complexity and size, we must take care of cybersecurity risks before privacy and security are compromised in large numbers for businesses and consumers alike. According […]
5 Internet of Things Trends We’ll See In 2021
Technology became a necessary part of our personal and work lives in 2020, and emerging technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT) has bolstered a lot of business growth throughout the pandemic. IoT systems, which tie together connected devices and the data each one generates into an overarching application that can be used for analysis […]
A Dive Into the Dark World of Shadow IoT (And How to Reduce the Risks)
The rapid development of the Internet of Things (IoT) has unlocked a multitude of unprecedented benefits for companies and consumers. But as new capabilities become possible through this connected technology, so do new concerns. Cybersecurity has plagued IoT since its inception. Because many IoT developers prioritize innovation, this vital factor has taken a backseat and […]
(Lack Of) IoT Security Is Becoming a Big Problem — but Who’s Responsible for Fixing It?
The Internet of Things (IoT) is ushering in a new era in which man and machine will be more connected than ever before. People are increasingly investing in IoT technology of many shapes and sizes: connected lightbulbs, smart assistants, speakers, and even toilets are all now IoT-enabled. But unless IoT security gets better, this revolution […]
The Most Common IoT Cybersecurity Threats of 2019
The Internet of Things (IoT) is connecting people to technology in unprecedented ways. But these newfound capabilities come with their fair share of controversy and consequences. Cybersecurity has been largely neglected in most IoT development processes. As a result, security threats like leaks, hijacking, and even home intrusion have become a sad reality when it […]
Triton, A New Malware, Threatens the Security of Industrial IoT
It’s no secret that Internet of Things (IoT) developers need to take security more seriously. And a new threat shines a light on exactly why more measures need to be taken sooner rather than later. Triton is a malicious software capable of disabling industrial safety systems and causing catastrophic damage. It was first found in […]
UK Releases Cybersecurity “Code of Practice” for IoT Developers
The Internet of Things (IoT) is rapidly growing, but cybersecurity for IoT is becoming a real concern; IoT security is not keeping up with the progress that IoT is making as a whole, and it’s opening a huge gap for attackers to steal information and disrupt global supply chains. Estimates show there are more than […]