Government Holds Off On IoT Security Requirements

Government Holds Off On IoT Security Requirements

One of the top government agencies has a program designed to secure the Internet of Things, but plans to hold off until next year before moving forward. In addition to researching and establishing IoT security best practices like the guidelines outlined by other agencies, the FCC’s Cybersecurity Risk Reduction Program Plan also would put in place a certification process for IoT device manufacturers. "The commission’s proposal for a device certification process, either by the agency or th…

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