IoT continues to be a big risk for Cyberattacks!

DarkReading.com reported “The Internet of Things (IoT) has made everything more interconnected, but an important US government security initiative is stuck in limbo while threat actors step up attacks on everything from medical gear to printers.”  The September 29, 2025 article entitled “IoT Security Flounders Amid Churning Risk” (https://www.darkreading.com/iot/iot-security-flounders-amid-churning-risk) included these comments:

The use of Internet of Things (IoT) devices is exploding, but cybersecurity considerations on the part of device makers continue to lag, leaving enterprises vulnerable to distributed denial-of-service and other attacks that can lead to data theft. New initiatives are underway to curb the issues, but progress remains slow.

IoT devices, such as sensors, appliances, and smartwatches, are insecure from the start because they aren't set up to receive vulnerability patches and other vital updates. But the security shortcomings are even more concerning now, considering how ubiquitous IoT has become, for everything from smart office lighting to advanced medical devices to connected tractors in the agriculture space. And IoT devices are also designed to be controlled remotely, so attackers are becoming more adept at hacking them to achieve distant control.

Fortunately, stakeholders are focused on legislation, policies, and grassroots efforts to support IoT security. The US Cyber Trust Mark, a voluntary labeling program for IoT device-makers is one prime example, but it's unclear when, or whether, the program will be officially enacted due to concerns around its lead administrator's ties to China. If given the green light, it would promote increased transparency around IoT security controls. For now, there are voluntary recommendations for enterprises as they wait for security to catch up to IoT's widespread use.

No surprises here!