BSA Publishes IoT Security Principles

The BSA have today published a set of "Policy Principles for Building a Secure and Trustworthy Internet of Things (IoT)".

As the number of IoT devices continues to grow they recognise that "inadequately secured IoT devices and services can serve as entry points for cyberattacks, compromising sensitive data and threatening the safety of individual users."

The BSA propose 12 IoT Security Principles.

Further they conclude "IoT technologies are rapidly transforming daily lives and business processes. As IoT solutions become more ubiquitous, policymakers will need to act swiftly to promote security throughout the IoT ecosystem." In plain English ... Policy, at private and government levels need to keep up with the speed of innovation. Insecure systems are being developed and rolled out, putting individuals, business and government at risk. At a minimum we need clear direction that security must be included from the initial design, or at least before a device is sold.