97 Things Every Application Security Professional Should Know

Chapter 96. Securing IoT Applications

Manasés Jesús

The IoT has the potential to revolutionize the world as we know it, and it is rapidly becoming an essential part of our daily lives. The concept of IoT is built around the idea of interconnected devices and sensors that can communicate with each other and perform various tasks automatically. From smart homes and cities to industrial automation and healthcare, IoT offers countless opportunities for innovation and growth. However, with great opportunities come great responsibilities and significant challenges, particularly in the area of cybersecurity.

Securing IoT applications, including securing devices and networks, requires multiple tiers of security controls. There is an increasing number of devices and sensors that are connected to the internet as a result of the IoT’s explosive growth, and they are now more open to attacks and threats from cybercriminals. As a result, IoT security is currently one of the most important problems that governments, organizations, and end users must deal with. The risk of cyberattacks and data breaches has greatly risen with the increasing number of connected devices. Therefore, it is paramount to understand and implement the following best practices for IoT security:

Secure communication

One of the most critical aspects of IoT security is secure communication between devices and networks. ...