The Future for a Secure Internet of Things

Among other breakthrough technologies, the Internet of Things (IoT) has only recently started to receive attention from the global business community. Over time, a growing number of small and large-scale organizations are adopting IoT in some form. However, it is an undeniable fact that the IoT industry is still in its infancy and requires considerable research and development. Specifically, ensuring the security of IoT networks and appliances within the various IoT ecosystems is a major challenge. IoT security is the technology area concerned with protecting and safeguarding connected devices and networks in the internet of things. Allowing devices to connect to the internet opens them up to several serious vulnerabilities if they are not properly protected. The IoT consists of a fixed system with sensors, actuators, and network connectivity that enable the collection and exchange of data. The IoT allows objects to be sensed or controlled remotely across existing network infrastructure, creating opportunities for more blending of the physical world into computer-based systems, and as a result in improved accuracy, efficiency, and economic benefit. This paper presents a discussion on IoT security in consideration of retrospect and highlights some known IoT security frameworks that may prove effective in mitigating threats as well as exploring standardization for the IoT community and how that may play a role in the future for a secure IoT.