The internet of things: An argument for cyber resilience
September 15, 2016
Internet of Things security is a growing threat that may not be fully recognized. Many companies are unprepared for changing digital infrastructure and need to recognize threats and prioritize solutions. Zurich's Gary Kane examines the growing risks and how companies can help mitigate them.
The internet as we have known it until recently has been a global network that allows individuals and organizations to connect with one another and to vast sources of information—any time, from anywhere there is an internet access point. As more devices become connected, risks amplify and many companies are frankly unprepared. But the tools needed to make the internet of things (IoT) more secure already exist.
This article first appeared in the Summer 2016 issue of Ethical Boardroom.