IOT stands for Internet Of Things. It is composed of electronic devices with IP (Internet Protocol) capabilities [e.g IPCameras, smart Televisions, Smart Fridges, Smart Microwave, smart Gates/Doors, smart Air-conditioners and the likes] these network devices are searchable over the internet when connected with the help of IOT devices websites.
These devices have been transformed digitally over the years and with their networking capability, they are now being used to accomplish what can be known as Smart Home, Smart Factory, Smart Hospital, Smart Office to mention but few.
All these are made possible with the power of Internet which has virtually turned the world to Global Village. Each device is logically connected with an IP address to identify it in the network and can easily be controlled remotely to perform as required. One can turn on his or her Air-conditioner or Heater when approaching the house to achieve the desired room temperature before reaching home.
As Smart Home concept with IOT devices are really relying on the internet to operate and communicate with each other, it is required that their security is to be highly scrutinized. Otherwise an authorized personnel can invade the networked devices and do serious damage to the system.
It is therefore necessary to integrate resilient network security measures to guide against intrusion attacks on the system networks. This can be done by competent network Engineer who is trained to network the devices and replace their default settings with customized security settings and regularly update their firmware.