How cyber security is changing in the age of the internet of things
More connected devices means greater risk, and requires a change in how we think about securing our networks, writes Saurabh Kumar
Cyber security is a significant concern for South Africans. Since the advent of devices that connect to the internet, there has been the risk that people with malicious intent can exploit holes in security systems, to steal data or carry out a destructive act like unleashing a virus or ransomware. What has changed is the sheer number of devices that we have for business, personal and industrial use, all capable of connecting to the internet. In the age of the internet of things, even more devices are vulnerable to being hacked. The world is becoming increasingly networked and connected, including everything from personal banking to government infrastructure. More connectivity means greater risk, and demands a change in the way we think about cyber security. Hackers can exploit connected devices to conduct data breaches or espionage, or to damage critical infrastructure.
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