How to secure your IoT (Internet of Things) Deployment

IoT or Internet of Things refers to the vast network of physical devices including smartphones, tablets, home appliances and other devices fitted with a sensor or software connected to a network. This allows objects to be controlled remotely across the vast network thereby providing integration of the physical device with computer software. Internet of Things provides a chance at controlling these devices with increased efficiency with minimal human intervention.

However, with the advancement in technology the risk associated with someone interfering in your network and stealing information has also increased. Hackers and cybercriminals have found a new way of hacking into devices connected through IoT. Businesses making use of the IoT technology might have to pay a huge cost if any of the devices connected to the network is hacked or compromised.

If your business or home has IoT connecting hundreds of devices, the risk of losing important data increases with a single breach. We at the Kaspersky Technical Support are available to help you secure all your smart devices with state-of-the-art technology and solutions. Ours is a vast team of qualified professionals who have the right tools and experience to help you with any issues interfering with the security of your smartphone, laptop or desktop.

I have a few IoT devices in my office. How can I maintain the security of the network to keep them secure?

The technical experts at the 

kaspersky Technical Support have come up with some effective tips on how you can ensure the security of the IoT device. Kindly follow these to ensure that every device connected on the network is completely safe from any security threat.

1.     Prioritize all devices

A recent report about IoT states that there would be more than 7 billion devices in 2017 and the number will increase to 20 billion by 2020. However, since each device can be connected to the internet doesn’t means that they should be connected. The recent string of attacks by cybercriminals has made it clear that not even webcams are safe from the reach of malware and Trojan horse attacks. The Kaspersky Support experts suggest to prioritize devices before connecting them to the network and do not connect it if the need is not so urgent.

2.     Communication within business

The level of threat to IoT network increases as there are a number of IoT devices connected to the same network. However, if you have a business that has a number of devices connected on the same network then this cannot be taken lightly. The Kaspersky Support recommends that the IT department inside your organization should have a single way of tackling a situation when an IoT network might get compromised.

3.     Change Passwords

A number of users realize the importance of having a strong password to keep their online accounts safe from any online threat. As far as businesses are concerned, the level of security required increases significantly owing to the vast amount of sensitive data. We at the Kaspersky Customer Support recommend that you use passwords and encryptions to maintain complete security of your devices connected via IoT.

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