February 15th 2022 Today, IoTSF joins forces with global cybersecurity leaders in calling on device manufacturers and vendors to take immediate action on basic security provisions. We fully support the aims of the Consumer IoT Security Statement of Support signed by approximately 100 organisations including IoTSF and its members. The essential statement reads: As
Pictured (left to right): Tom White Paratus People, Jenny Devoy IoTSF, John Moor IoTSF & Piers Linney, Guest Speaker EXPLIoT has been announced as the 2021 IoT Security Champion of the Year by the IoT Security Foundation The award was presented by business entrepreneur and "Dragon's Den" star Piers Linney at the TechWorks
When it comes to IoT attacks and malware, there is a perceptible pattern in which most intrusions manifest. It is good practice to study such patterns and draw conclusions so that we may extrapolate to future attacks.
Business ready: extends use into supply chain and aligns with more security standards November 17th, 2021 The IoT Security Foundation today announced the availability of Release 3.0 of it's ever-popular IoT Security Assurance Framework. The Framework is a practical resource that helps IoT vendors provide fit-for-purpose security in their products and services. It is
We are delighted to announce the finalists for the 3rd IoT Security Foundation Champion Award. This award seeks to celebrate organisations which demonstrate stewardship when it comes to IoT security. In alphabetical order, they are: Angoka CENSIS Crypto Quantique EXPLIoT We would also like to thank all other organisations which
November 4th, 2021: New Report on Industry Adoption of Vulnerability Disclosure Practice Published. The IoT Security Foundation has published its 4th report which examines the practice of vulnerability disclosure in Consumer IoT - with an extension into enterprise and the B2B model. The report is seen as a cybersecurity progress barometer of the sector
We’re delighted to announce Release 2 of our popular best practice guide on Vulnerability Disclosure Best Practice. This is an essential element of cybersecurity hygiene and was one of the first ever guides we published back in 2017 to support our mission to 'make it safe to connect'. So much has
When it comes to securing the Internet of Things “IoT”, the world cannot afford insanity, expecting different results from the same traditional ICT “cybersecurity”. No one can afford this.
When directed to manage an IoT device or router using a browser, passwords and all communications are typically passed over an unencrypted connection. This is a security vulnerability which needs attention.
August 2nd 2021 The IoT Security Foundation announced today that Sarb Sembhi, CTO of Virtually Informed, has joined its Executive Steering Board (ESB). Sarb has been a cybersecurity professional for over 20 years and an active member of IoTSF since 2018 where he has successfully helped establish and co-chair the Smart Built Environment Working
