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The Internet of Things, or IoT for short: the nervous system of the global digital transformation, the next step towards a functioning Industry 4.0. Countless devices, machines, vehicles and assets communicate with one another\u2014equipped with sensors and digitally connected via the internet. They collect vast amounts of data and often exchange sensitive information. This connectivity is what enables IoT systems to solve complex challenges in the first place. The Internet of Things offers great potential for innovative applications and for optimising a wide range of processes. However, the potential for risks is just as great if IoT security is neglected. <\/p>\n\n
Many devices are still inadequately protected\u2014or not protected at all\u2014against external attacks. For example, anyone who manages to gain access to just one device in a poorly secured network often also gains access to additional devices. The consequences can range from annoying (reading sensor data, DoS attack) to life-threatening (manipulation of medical devices or machinery). <\/p>\n\n
HK.SYSTEMS expert Ovidiu Ursachi is passionately and highly competently dedicated to the topic of IoT security: \u201cI am a big fan of continuous learning: constantly trying to find new ways, to come up with new products and solutions, and to connect them securely.\u201d This motivation flows into every one of our IoT projects. Because a functional IoT system must be protected against attacks just as much as computer networks have long been. <\/p>\n\n
Our understanding of IoT security is comprehensive\u2014for every single project. It always starts with a vulnerability analysis: <\/p>\n\n
Another important factor is updates: installing updates regularly is one of the most important methods for protecting an IoT network. They do not only bring new features: in most cases, they include important patches that close newly discovered security vulnerabilities. One thing should be clear: the longer a vulnerability exists, the easier it is for potential attackers to exploit it for their purposes. Therefore, for example, outdated IoT devices and those that can no longer be updated should be replaced as quickly as possible. Of course, it should be strictly controlled who installs the updates\u2014and care should also be taken to install only updates from the official manufacturer source. <\/p>\n\n
Our cloud solutions are based, for compelling reasons, on proven standard web applications worldwide. One key factor for building effective IoT security must not be underestimated under any circumstances: raising awareness among all employees involved in the IoT project. If everyone is aware of the potential risks\u2014for example, in the home office when accessing systems remotely via the cloud\u2014then one of the most important steps towards a high level of security has already been implemented. Every individual should understand what it is about: <\/p>\n\n
\u2022 Use of cloud-related security solutions
Especially when it comes to working with a cloud, the following applies: security for the cloud can only come from the cloud itself. Including all devices and all people connected within the respective IoT network. <\/p>\n\n
IoT security is an existentially important topic\u2014in every project, for hardware and software alike. That is why, together with our customers, we define data security requirements right at the start of the project. We ensure that hardware and software function with absolute security throughout the IoT project\u2014sensors, devices and more. Only then does the result deliver a significant technological \u201can edge through IoT\u201d that you can rely on. And we adjust flexibly when necessary and add additional layers of security. This is our approach to sustainable project security: designing the entire IoT project ecosystem so that everyone involved can work securely and all data is optimally protected. <\/p>\n\n
Would you like to start a digitalisation project with us, or do you have questions about IoT security in our projects? Please feel free to contact us: https:\/\/de.hk.digital\/kontakt\/ <\/p>\n\n
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