The IoT is an acronym for the Internetworking Of Things. It refers to the inter-networking of physical devices, vehicles, buildings, and other items embedded with electronics, software, sensors, actuators, and network connectivity which enable these objects to collect and exchange data.
Workplace IoT technology can include surveillance cameras, televisions, copiers, and even fridges, all of which connect to your business network.
IoT devices owned by employees are becoming a normal part of a company’s IT landscape. Personal devices like smartphones, tablets and laptops have been joined by fitness trackers, smart watches and other wearable technology. Your business PC’s may be protected by threat management software, but consider the additional risk imposed on your business by unprotected personal devices, any one of which may contain malicious software. Does your IT threat management policy take into account the additional risks of these personal devices?
It is anticipated that within 3 years, more than 25% of cyberattacks on business will originate from personal devices connected to the business network.
But it’s not all doom and gloom. Recognising the risks and planning for IoT devices with a combination of proactive and reactive threat management strategies is all that is needed to protect your business network.
Give UBR Technology Services a call to discuss your threat management plan.
