Task
IoT security is concerned with safeguarding connected devices and networks in the Internet of things
(IoT) environment.
Research the issue of IoT security and write a report documenting your findings. Your report should
include the following:
- Introduction
- Background
- Security challenges posed by IoT
- Protection mechanisms
- Conclusions and future trends
Word limit: Between 2000 to 3000 words.
Referencing
All sources of information must be appropriately referenced using the APA style
Rationale
This assessment aims at partially achieving the following objectives:
- be able to explain fundamental information security concepts;
- be able to discuss and debate some of the security implications of computer networks, including
cryptography;
- be able to communicate factors that relate to host and data security including vulnerabilities and
patches and data protection mechanisms;
- be able to explain and debate issues and concepts related to management of ICT security including
security planning and policy development