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7 Cybersecurity Trends For 2020
The good, the bad, and the new
Cybersecurity is a field under constant growth and development. With malicious online activity on the rise, the intensity and potential risk of breach attempts to expose sensitive data keep cybersecurity experts on constant alert.
It’s a mixed bag. Not all cybersecurity trends are working as well as they should. Fortunately, no one is being complacent about it. For every negative trend, there is a positive one and, for the most part, cybersecurity experts are striving to stay ahead of the rising tide of cyberattacks and improving application security every day.
1. The Internet of Things (IoT) continues to carry a risk factor
Be it appliances, temperature controls, or remote lighting, smart devices operating as part of the rising popularity of the Internet of Things remain vulnerable mostly due to administrative panels and web interface applications. Sometimes, it’s an issue of obsolete software. Other times, the problems are hard-wired into the device with unalterable control credentials.
Many users find it difficult or even impossible to update these servers with updated security protocols which could include improved encryption or other security measures. The vulnerabilities that exist with…
