| | JULY - 2018ENTERPRISE SECURITY6JULY - 2018Managing EditorMichael BrownEditorial StaffAaron PierceAlex D'SouzaAva GarciaJoshua ParkerRohit ChowdharySarah FernandesVisualizersAsher BlakeCONNECTED SECURITY SPECIALSmart homes, drones, and even autonomous bots; there is something brewing in the connected devices and IoT technologies space. However, as device manufacturers and application developers continue to strive to make everything smarter and more connected, cybercriminals and hackers, on the other hand, are only leveraging the new opportunities. The equation is clear, a vast array of IoT devices means more open entry points into enterprise networks-- making businesses more vulnerable to cybersecurity breaches. Because, although these connected devices are revolutionizing the way data is processed and consumed, the security risks involved for companies should not be underestimated. Traditional security controls and network security devices were not designed to detect and mitigate new threats increasing the risk factor of these IoT devices in enterprise infrastructure (if they aren't properly managed). The lack of inherent security controls makes them attractive targets due to aspects such as passwords, protocols, API interfaces among others. As the expansion of IoT continues, more sophisticated attacks can be expected. Attackers will use compromised IoT devices to move laterally inside a network, bypass enterprise security controls and move deeper inside the network--sending sensitive information to themselves. Furthermore, IoT attacks are difficult to detect because there are no security mechanisms at the IoT endpoint and the attacker can remain transparent within a traditional enterprise security framework. The solution to mitigate IoT threats requires the enterprises to upgrade firmware or manage components--which take a substantial amount of time. This time-lapse could provide a window of opportunity for an attacker to mount a successful attack. Without a way to limit the type and scope of security breaches, IoT can do more harm than good. Adopting a comprehensive connected security strategy will allow enterprises to reap the rewards of IoT without assuming the compounding risks. Keeping this in mind, we at the Enterprise Security Magazine have come up with this edition on Connected Security. Our panel of industry experts and editorial team have selected the top 10 vendors in this space. We have also spoken to multiple industry insiders and have their insights on the developments in the space. We hope you enjoy reading this edition and will find a place for these solutions from the vendors in your connected security strategy.Let us know your thoughts.Close the Gap between Security and IoTEditorialMichael Brown Managing Editor michael@enterprisesecuritymag.comJULY - 2018, Volume 04 - 08 Published by ValleyMedia, Inc. To subscribe to ENTERPRISE SECURITYVisit www.enterprisesecuritymag.com Copyright © 2018 ValleyMedia, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher thereof.SalesAlena D'souzaalena@enterprisesecuritymag.com*Some of the Insights are based on the interviews with respective CIOs and CXOs to our editorial staffEmail:sales@enterprisesecuritymag.comeditor@enterprisesecuritymag.commarketing@enterprisesecuritymag.comContact Us:Phone:510-402-1463Fax:510-894-8405
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