IoT Consumer Labeling on Cybersecurity
Abstract (300 words maximum)
The fast growth of the Internet of Things (IoT) has raised worries regarding the security and privacy of linked devices. Implementing IoT consumer labeling for cybersecurity has been suggested as one answer to these problems. A standardized labeling system would be used for IoT consumer labeling for cybersecurity to notify consumers about the security characteristics of IoT devices. The device's security capabilities would be described in detail on the label, including the kind of encryption utilized, authentication processes, and other security precautions that have been put in place. Also, the label would provide details regarding any known flaws in the product as well as suggestions for consumer protection. Consumers and manufacturers would benefit from using IoT consumer labeling for cybersecurity. Consumers might make educated judgments regarding the products they buy thanks to the label's increased degree of openness. With the use of this information, customers might spot devices with robust security safeguards and stay away from those with known security flaws or insufficient security measures. Manufacturers would be encouraged to create and deploy strong security measures through the labeling system, improving the IoT ecosystem's overall security. Yet, there are several difficulties in applying IoT consumer labeling for cybersecurity. The creation of a thorough set of standards for the labeling system that fully addresses all potential dangers related to using IoT devices while being adaptable enough to keep up with the market's quick evolution is one of the challenges. There is also a requirement to make sure that the labeling system is universally accepted by both customers and manufacturers. Besides these difficulties, IoT consumer labeling for cybersecurity can increase the security of IoT devices and boost consumer trust in the IoT ecosystem. The installation of such a labeling system is worthwhile despite the obstacles still present because of the advantages of more visibility and improved security.
Academic department under which the project should be listed
CCSE - Information Technology
Primary Investigator (PI) Name
Liang Zhao
IoT Consumer Labeling on Cybersecurity
The fast growth of the Internet of Things (IoT) has raised worries regarding the security and privacy of linked devices. Implementing IoT consumer labeling for cybersecurity has been suggested as one answer to these problems. A standardized labeling system would be used for IoT consumer labeling for cybersecurity to notify consumers about the security characteristics of IoT devices. The device's security capabilities would be described in detail on the label, including the kind of encryption utilized, authentication processes, and other security precautions that have been put in place. Also, the label would provide details regarding any known flaws in the product as well as suggestions for consumer protection. Consumers and manufacturers would benefit from using IoT consumer labeling for cybersecurity. Consumers might make educated judgments regarding the products they buy thanks to the label's increased degree of openness. With the use of this information, customers might spot devices with robust security safeguards and stay away from those with known security flaws or insufficient security measures. Manufacturers would be encouraged to create and deploy strong security measures through the labeling system, improving the IoT ecosystem's overall security. Yet, there are several difficulties in applying IoT consumer labeling for cybersecurity. The creation of a thorough set of standards for the labeling system that fully addresses all potential dangers related to using IoT devices while being adaptable enough to keep up with the market's quick evolution is one of the challenges. There is also a requirement to make sure that the labeling system is universally accepted by both customers and manufacturers. Besides these difficulties, IoT consumer labeling for cybersecurity can increase the security of IoT devices and boost consumer trust in the IoT ecosystem. The installation of such a labeling system is worthwhile despite the obstacles still present because of the advantages of more visibility and improved security.