Consumer device cybersecurity and the Internet of Things
The need for greater protection for home devices, including those in the consumer smart home category, is on the rise. As technology continues to advance, more devices are becoming connected to the internet. With more devices relying on wireless networking, even traditionally unconnected digital devices such as alarm clocks and thermostats can become part of the home network.
The Internet of Things (IoT) refers to the billions of physical devices around the world that are now connected to the internet, all collecting and sharing data. The home of the future is smart and smart homes will have integrated IoT devices.
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Consumer device cybersecurity vulnerabilities
When an IoT device is compromised, cybercriminals have access to a wide range of intellectual property that can include software and firmware that could give them control over a home's security and entertainment systems as well as other electronic devices. While not all IoT devices are vulnerable, recent stories of security breaches involving IoT devices highlight the need to bolster security in consumer devices and smart homes.
Building trust in an ever-evolving IoT space
IoT, smart home and home automation products are significantly increasing in popularity with consumers. With enhanced digital connectivity, the smart home industry is expected to reach $537 billion (USD) worldwide by 2030, according to Grand View Research. Many manufacturers are creating innovations and re-designing existing products to leverage this growing industry.
At UL Solutions, we help consumer device and smart home product manufacturers identify key cyber vulnerabilities in the design and implementation of their connected smart home systems and devices to help you achieve more effective, foundational cybersecurity hygiene.
Our approach
We offer a comprehensive approach to addressing cybersecurity vulnerabilities in smart home systems and connected consumer devices of all types.
Our suite of services includes:
IoT masterclass and webinar
UL Verified IoT Device Security Rating program
IoT Scoping Program
IoT Strategy Program
IoT Component Qualification
IoT jumpstart Program
Expand to learn about our suite of services
- Consumer device IoT masterclass and IoT webinar
- UL Verified IoT Device Security Rating program
- Consumer Device IoT Scoping Program
- Consumer Device IoT Strategy Program
- IoT Component Qualification
- IoT Jumpstart Program
Why UL Solutions for consumer device smart home cybersecurity
UL Solutions has extensive expertise in cybersecurity with a global network of IoT and OT security laboratories, security experts and advisors who offer specialized expertise in global security standards, frameworks and best practices for the smart home ecosystem.
We can help companies define where they are in their cybersecurity maturity, understand what they will need to do to develop secure devices, manage digital identity of people and products, improve internal cybersecurity capabilities and processes, validate security built into their products throughout their lifecycle and differentiate their products based on security in the marketplace.
Let us help you achieve more effective, foundational cybersecurity hygiene
Resources
- Compliance and Advisory Services for the UK’s PSTI Act
- UL Solutions Guide to the U.S. Cyber Trust Mark
- UL Solutions Cybersecurity Advisory for RED Compliance
- Cybersecurity and Radio Equipment Directive
- Guide to ETSI EN 303 645 Compliance Services
- U.K. PSTI Regulations Overview
- myUL® Client Portal
- UL Verify