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When discussing cybersecurity threats and protecting business data, many business leaders instinctively think of software vulnerabilities, email phishing, DDoS attacks, and other software or network-related threats.

However, with the rise of the Internet of Things (IoT) such as cameras, thermostats, environmental monitors and more, cyber attackers and other bad-faith actors have more attack surfaces to target. Unfortunately, many of these attacks are successful because your firewall or antivirus software doesn’t offer much protection. So, business leaders who are serious about reducing the risk of attacks must address hardware security vulnerabilities as well.

I've put together three takeaways and next steps:

1. Change Default Passwords:

This is one of the most common hardware vulnerabilities as more businesses adopt IoT devices. Many such devices come with default passwords out of the box. Manufacturers expect administrators to change these passwords, but most never do. They add these devices to their network with default passwords which are frequently publicly available and many cyber attackers already know. You can avoid this vulnerability by changing the default password on every device when connecting it to your network.

2. Hardware With Outdated Firmware:

The companies that build hardware systems are only manufacturers. Therefore, it’s not uncommon to find the firmware for the devices riddled with security flaws and bugs. They roll out patches to fix device vulnerabilities when they become apparent. However, many businesses (including those with dedicated IT departments) are slow to implement the patches. How many times have you updated a smart thermostat or wireless router? If you want to keep out cyber attackers, you must take steps to ensure the firmware in all hardware components is updated regularly.

3. Use of Custom-Built Computers:

Custom-built computers are important in high-end desktops and corporate data centers. However, they are one of the most common hardware security vulnerabilities because manufacturers don’t spend as much time reviewing their security. Most of them only scramble for a patch after a zero-day exploit occurs. Business owners must carefully evaluate their use of custom-built computers. Can you trust the manufacturer’s security review? Will they offer regular updates to stay ahead of vulnerabilities? Asking such questions proactively can go a long way in ensuring network security.

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