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IoT Security Challenges Persist Despite Increased Awareness and Regulation

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IoT security has not kept pace with the rapid adoption of IoT devices across industries. Devices often ship with default passwords and lack easy patching mechanisms, leaving them vulnerable to attacks. While awareness and offensive research have improved, defensive measures and manufacturer practices lag behind. Recent legislation aims to address some issues, but the overall security posture remains concerning. The Mirai botnet incident in 2016 highlighted the risks, leading to new regulations like the UK's Product Security and Telecoms Infrastructure Act and the EU's Cyber Resilience Act. However, attackers now exploit IoT devices for more sophisticated attacks, including ransomware and espionage. The risk landscape has evolved, with IoT vulnerabilities posing systemic threats. Manufacturers face challenges in balancing security with user experience and are reluctant to implement stricter measures due to competitive pressures.

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  1. 05.09.2025 23:46 📰 1 articles

    IoT Security Challenges Persist Despite Increased Awareness and Regulation

    Over the past five years, IoT security has not kept pace with the rapid adoption of IoT devices. Devices often ship with default passwords and lack easy patching mechanisms, leaving them vulnerable to attacks. While awareness and offensive research have improved, defensive measures and manufacturer practices lag behind. Recent legislation aims to address some issues, but the overall security posture remains concerning. The Mirai botnet incident in 2016 highlighted the risks, leading to new regulations like the UK's Product Security and Telecoms Infrastructure Act and the EU's Cyber Resilience Act. However, attackers now exploit IoT devices for more sophisticated attacks, including ransomware and espionage. The risk landscape has evolved, with IoT vulnerabilities posing systemic threats. Manufacturers face challenges in balancing security with user experience and are reluctant to implement stricter measures due to competitive pressures.

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  • IoT devices are often shipped with default passwords and lack easy patching mechanisms.

    First reported: 05.09.2025 23:46
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  • Awareness of IoT security issues has improved, but defensive measures have not kept pace.

    First reported: 05.09.2025 23:46
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  • Recent legislation, such as the UK's Product Security and Telecoms Infrastructure Act and the EU's Cyber Resilience Act, aims to improve IoT security.

    First reported: 05.09.2025 23:46
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  • Attackers are now using IoT devices for more sophisticated attacks, including ransomware and espionage.

    First reported: 05.09.2025 23:46
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  • Manufacturers struggle to balance security with user experience and face competitive pressures.

    First reported: 05.09.2025 23:46
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