Unconfigured IoT is a security risk, warns researcher

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ISSUE DATE: 30 January 2019 TOP STORIES Unconfigured IoT is a security risk, warns researcher Internet of things researcher says unconfigured internet-connected devices are a largely unrecognised cyber security risk to businesses and consumers, and welcomes the increased likelihood of UK IoT legislation. READ MORE → Department for Transport revamps police road traffic accident reporting system Working with Civica Digital, the Department for Transport has ramped up the mobile capabilities of its road traffic accident reporting service for police forces across England and Wales. READ MORE → How traffic scrubbing can guard against DDoS attacks Although most scrubbing services can help fend off distributed denial of service attacks, a more comprehensive mitigation strategy is required to remain unscathed. READ MORE → ADVERTISEMENT

IN DEPTH Government makes progress on green IT, according to report Defra report on sustainable digital services shows improvements have been made, but highlights challenges with legacy systems and waste, as well as the importance of departments measuring progress.  READ MORE → No-deal Brexit would undermine digital economy, BCS warns Skills, funding and the free flow of data are all at risk, says the chartered institute for IT. READ MORE → Global cyber attack could cost up to $193bn, study shows A coordinated global cyber attack could have an economic impact of up to $193bn, an insurance industry-backed report claims. READ MORE → IT leaders grapple with workforce skills gap as they deploy AI and digital technology Organisations will have to find new ways of reskilling their workforce as they get to grips with artificial intelligence and other digital technologies. CIOs also need to keep their skills updated if they are to succeed. READ MORE →

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