11.2.4 - IoT Network Security

These flashcards cover key vocabulary related to IoT network security, including definitions and important concepts.

Internet of Things (IoT)

A network of interconnected devices that communicate and exchange data.

Consumer-grade devices

IoT devices designed for home use, often with poor documentation and security.

Shadow IT

The use of devices and applications within an organization without official approval or oversight.

Administrative interfaces

The access points used to manage and configure IoT devices, which should be secured.

Patch Management

The process of updating software to fix vulnerabilities and improve security.

Smart Building Technology

Integrated systems for managing a building's operations such as lighting, heating, and security.

ICS/SCADA

Industrial Control Systems / Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition, used for critical infrastructure.

Access Controls

Security measures to regulate who or what can view or use resources in a computing environment.

Configuration Management

A discipline for maintaining the performance and integrity of systems throughout their lifecycle.

Vulnerability Management

The ongoing process of identifying, assessing, and mitigating security weaknesses.