Why cyber security policies need to adapt for the Internet of Things
Although the concept of the Internet of Things (IoT) promises more convenience and productivity, a report warns that as devices become even more interconnected, they become much more difficult to secure against cyber threats.
A policy study recently published by the R Street Institute, entitled Aligning Cybersecurity Incentives in an Interconnected World, explored how cybersecurity policies should tackle the shared vulnerabilities IoT networks have.
“When devices are connected, one device’s vulnerability becomes a problem for the entire network,” said R Street tech policy fellow Anne Hobson, who authored the paper. “This is not a new threat, as networked devices have been around since the 1960s. However, the scale of interconnection among today’s devices magnifies the consequences of insecurity.”
