PC for business: IBM X-Force finds IoT security risks in smart buildings

Tuesday 16 February 2016

IBM X-Force finds IoT security risks in smart buildings

IBM X-Force finds multiple IoT security risks in smart buildings

Ethical hackers from IBM's X-Force pen tested a building automation system and encountered numerous security issues. For starters, they co-opted a vulnerable router.

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