The Internet of Things (IoT) connects machines, allowing remote control and data collection used to improve automation, real-time knowledge, efficiency, and convenience. The Industrial Internet of things (IIoT) is a class of the IoT where manufacturing and other critical infrastructure are interconnected for operational efficiency and to enable rapid response in case of problems. What used to be simple machines are now smart machines. However, remote access increases the number of security risks experienced by industrial facilities.
IoT security and privacy is a hot-button issue due to the fact hackers can find vulnerabilities in connected devices and industrial equipment that can give them access to sensitive data and control. Hackers have everything to gain by identifying these vulnerabilities, which is why IoT security and privacy are extremely important.
Consequences for Insufficient Cybersecurity
There are some frightening consequences for insufficient IoT security. For example, a hacker can access gain control of infrastructure and completely shut down operations, such as during the cyberattack on a Ukrainian power plant in December 2015. There have been reports of hacking into a large number of other IoT connected devices, including cars, cameras, industrial machinery, even rugged linux tablet and rugged Android tablet. In addition to temporary control, permanent damage induced from setting machines to parameters which cause them to operate out of specification or the theft of private data are possible. The loss of money, equipment, and even life are potential outcomes of insufficient cybersecurity.
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