From: FedTech
The Internet of Things presents great opportunities for the private sector and federal agencies, but a lack of consensus on security protocols invites threats.
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Cloud platforms enable IoT connectivity but also invite security challenges, GAO says. For example, agencies and companies are dependent on cloud providers to carry out key security functions, such as continuous monitoring and incident response. Cloud may also increase the risk that data may be accessed by an excessive amount of personnel for unauthorized purposes. And the complexity of cloud environments also poses increased risks.
“A cloud computing environment often includes many components, such as applications, virtual machines, data storage, and supporting middleware, all of which may be provided by different vendors,” the report says. “Security in a cloud computing environment depends on secure interactions among each of these components.”
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