Addressing cybersecurity concerns in the IoT era Building Robust Platforms for Protecting Interconnected Devices

Abstract

The interconnection of a wide variety of devices, from smart household appliances to industrial sensors, has revolutionised contemporary life via the Internet of Things (IoT). Yet, serious cybersecurity concerns have emerged as a result of the exponential growth of networked gadgets. In this chapter, we'll look at some of the major cybersecurity issues with the Internet of Things (IoT) and how to build strong platforms to protect all of these linked devices. Data breaches, unauthorised access, and vulnerabilities in device communication protocols are some of the specific security issues that are highlighted in the first section. These devices are part of the Internet of Things (IoT). Next, the chapter explores essential elements of a robust cybersecurity system, including encryption, safe authentication methods, and the ability to identify threats in real-time. It also stresses the need of a layered security strategy and covers best practices for applying security measures at different levels, from device design to network architecture. In order to shed light on typical problems and successful solutions, this article analyses case studies of current Internet of Things security breaches. The goal of this chapter is to provide researchers and practitioners a complete guide to improving the security of networked devices in our digital world by providing insights into creating secure IoT platforms and fixing any vulnerabilities.