Keyfactor’s report, released on March 1, 2023, focuses on strategies to enhance the security of Internet of Things (IoT) devices. It emphasizes the importance of building a solid security foundation across the IoT ecosystem. Key elements of such a foundation include unique credentials for each device, private key storage, digitally signed firmware, organization-specific Root of Trust (RoT), and certificate management. The main takeaway is that as the number of IoT devices grows, so do the associated security threats, necessitating ongoing security measures.

Keywords: Access Controls, Cloud & Data Analytics, Connected/ EV Vehicles, Control & Monitoring Equipment/Sensors, Cybersecurity/Privacy, Internet of Things (IoT), Protocols/Standards, Smart Cities