Authored by Joseph Carson of Delinea and published on September 23, 2022, this report delves into the realm of security assessment for IoT systems, adopting an ethical hacker’s perspective to dissect security vulnerabilities. The proposed security assessment strategy encompasses a comprehensive evaluation of system hardware, firmware, reverse engineering, data communication, and encryption. A pivotal insight gleaned from the report underscores the susceptibility of IoT devices to multifaceted breaches, emphasizing the urgency of adopting a proactive approach to assessment and intervention to effectively curtail security risks.

Keywords: Architecture/Engineering, CCTV, Control & Monitoring Equipment/Sensors, Cybersecurity/Privacy, Internet of Things (IoT), Processors/Semiconductors, Protocols/Standards, Smart Cities,