 Internet of Things (IoT) is a term for physical devices connected to the internet which can collect and share data. Those devices can also include objects that have sensors allowing them to communicate in real time. Some examples: smart speakers, thermostats, lightbulbs, cars, fitness trackers, etc.
According to the Center for Internet Security (CIS) the IoT devices should have a connection to transmit the data as well as be uniquely identifiable, usually done through an IP address. There are multiple methods of communicating and transmitting data such as bluetooth connection, internet cloud-based service, wi-fi, etc. Nowadays, IoT devices are part of our daily lifestyles. It is estimated that by 2025, there will be over 20 billion IoT devices around the globe. Moreover, IoT is considered one of the 12 most important technological trends of the future. The benefits of IoT are evident, however, we keep seeing high-profile attacks occurring which creates an additional barrier for many businesses to adopt this technology. A research on the consumer attitude towards Internet of Things in Australia, Canada, France, Japan, UK and US revealed that 63% of consumers find connected devices "creepy". According to EDUCBA the 5 top benefits of internet of things for businesses are:
IoT is booming so is the number of attacks and security threats. It's immensely important to consider user safety and data confidentiality. The Knowledge, Innovation and Strategies Management Club, as part of the EU project - Internet of Things Security Nuggets (IoT Nuggets), co-funded by the European Union. along with its project partners from Bulgaria, Greece, Spain and Italy are developing a new methodology and framework with a model of digital competence for the Security of the Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem including security and privacy to face the challenges that cybersecurity put in place. It is targeting VET providers and trainers in the ICT field, software engineers and programmers who want and need to update their competences, skills, and knowledge in cyber security of the ecosystem of IoT. And, ICT entrepreneurs who have, want, and/or would like to start a business in the IoT field.  Cyber security is crucial for preventing harm to the integrity of the electronic devices and services that individuals and businesses use daily, as well as ensuring the confidentiality of the data stored and transmitted.
Cyber security involves the use of processes, technologies and controls for the protection of devices, systems, networks and data from cyber attacks and the ability to recover from these attacks. According to CENSIS the difference between IoT cyber security and IT cyber security is that IoT devices are connected to the physical world. The environments that IoT devices operate in are more diverse than traditional IT systems. Those who commit IoT cyber attacks range from hackers who work alone, small criminal groups, nation states involved in wider espionage, etc. Overall, awareness of IoT security is growing quickly. Kudelski reveal that management has begun to understand that in order to create a sustainable and competitive connected business security plays a key strategic role. Hence, Knowledge, Innovation and Strategies Management Club, as part of the EU project - Internet of Things Security Nuggets (IoT Nuggets), co-funded by the European Union, together with its project partners from Bulgaria, Greece, Spain and Italy, is developing a new methodology and framework with a model of digital competence for the Security of the Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem including security and privacy to face the challenges that cybersecurity put in place. The IoT Nuggets project is targeting VET providers and trainers in the ICT field, software engineers and programmers who want and need to update their competences, skills, and knowledge in cyber security of the ecosystem of IoT. And, ICT entrepreneurs who have, want, and/or would like to start a business in the IoT field. To find out more about the project, read here.  Technology has changed our lives. We've seen various changes in the way we live because of technology - the way we communicate, the way we operate, the way we conduct business, the way we shop, etc. Combining the digital and physical worlds is an ideal approach to take the best out of both worlds and the Internet of Things (IoT) has proved to be a very good combination. But how did we reach to the development of this technology? What exactly is it? According to IBM IoT is the concept of connecting any device to the Internet and to any other connected device. "The IoT is a giant network of connected things and people – all of which collect and share data about the way they are used and about the environment around them." Devices and objects with built in sensors are connected to an IoT platform integrating data from the different devices and applies analytics to share the most valuable information with applications built to address specific needs. The information which has been picked up by the connected devices enables us to make smart decisions based on real-time data. In brief, Internet of Things allows people and things to be connected at anytime, anyplace, with anything and anyone, ideally using any path/network and any service. In his work 'A Survey on Internet of Things: Security and Privacy Issues' J. Sathish Kumar explains that the evolution of IoT started with the evolution of Internet first. In the late 1960s, communication between two computers was made possible through a computer network. In the early 1980s, the TCP/IP stack was introduced and then the commercial use of the Internet started in the late 1980s. In 1991 the World Wide Web (WWW) became available which made the Internet more popular. Then, mobile devices connected to the Internet shaped up the mobile Internet. With the emergence of social networking, users started to become connected together over the Internet.  The next step in the IoTs is where objects around us will be able to connect to each other (e.g. machine to machine) and communicate via the Internet. IoT promises to create a world where smart objects around us are connected to the Internet and communicate with each other with minimum human intervention. Kumar also concludes that that ultimate goal is to create “a better world for human beings”, where objects around us know what we like, what we want, and what we need and act accordingly without explicit instructions. However, with all amazing benefits of Internet of Things and applications in many areas, the security of all this connectedness is of high importance as well as raises privacy concerns.
Internet of Things is a network of real world systems with real-time interactions. The security concerns lie within three levels: - front-end sensors and equipment - network - back-end of IT systems In terms of privacy, personal data must be treated in a way that it should go hand in hand with the intended purpose. Moreover, without explicit acceptance and the knowledge of the data owner, their personal data should not be disclosed or retained to third parties. It is essential to have the user’s permission and their awareness. At Knowledge, Innovation and Strategies Management Club, as part of the EU project - Internet of Things Security Nuggets (IoT Nuggets), co-funded by the European Union, together with our project partners from Bulgaria, Greece, Spain and Italy, we are developing a new methodology and framework with a model of digital competence for the Security of the Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem including security and privacy to face the challenges that cybersecurity put in place. The IoT Nuggets project is targeting VET providers and trainers in the ICT field, software engineers and programmers who want and need to update their competences, skills, and knowledge in cyber security of the ecosystem of IoT. And, ICT entrepreneurs who have, want, and/or would like to start a business in the IoT field. To find out more about the project, read here.  The third transnational meeting of the “Internet of Things security nuggets” - a strategic partnership co-funded by the Erasmus plus programme of the European Commission, took place on 11 October 2019 in Piraeus and was hosted by IDEC: Aintek symvouloi epicheiriseon ypsilis technologias ekpaidefsi anonymi etaireia. Prior to the transnational meeting all project partners also participated in the first training and first multiplier event - Cybersecurity in the IoT Ecosystem as part of the project. Photos from the events below.
Partners in the project are:
IoT security nuggets: 2018-1-BG01-KA202-047919 is an Erasmus + project. For more information about the project, read here.  The second transnational meeting of the “Internet of Things security nuggets” - a strategic partnership co-funded by the Erasmus plus programme of the European Commission, took place on 1-2 April 2019 in Bilabao & San Sebastian and was hosted by University of Deusto & GAIA: Asociacion de industrias de conocimiento y technologia. Partners in the project are:
During the second project meeting all partners discussed definitions of competencies, next steps in the project implementation, including the 5 intellectual outputs as well as the next transnational meeting, training and multiplier event in Greece. The project aims at developing a new methodology and framework with a model of digital competence for the Security of the Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem including security and privacy to face the challenges that cybersecurity put in place. It is targeting VET providers and trainers in the ICT field, software engineers and programmers who want and need to update their competences, skills, and knowledge in cyber security of the ecosystem of IoT. And, ICT entrepreneurs who have, want, and/or would like to start a business in the IoT field. IoT security nuggets: 2018-1-BG01-KA202-047919 is an Erasmus + project. For more information about the project, read here.  The first transnational meeting of the “Internet of Things security nuggets” - a strategic partnership co-funded by the Erasmus plus programme of the European Commission, took place on 9-10 October 2018 in Sofia and was hosted by University of Library Studies and Information Technologies (ULSIT), the project coordinator. Partners in the project are:
The project aims at developing a new methodology and framework with a model of digital competence for the Security of the Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem including security and privacy to face the challenges that cybersecurity put in place. It is targeting VET providers and trainers in the ICT field, software engineers and programmers who want and need to update their competences, skills, and knowledge in cyber security of the ecosystem of IoT. And, ICT entrepreneurs who have, want, and/or would like to start a business in the IoT field. IoT security nuggets: 2018-1-BG01-KA202-047919 is an Erasmus + project. For more information about the project, read here.  IoT nuggets stand for “Internet of Things security nuggets” and it is a strategic partnership co-funded by the Erasmus plus programme of the European Commission (Bulgarian National Agency).
The project aims at developing a new methodology and framework with a model of digital competence for the Security of the Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem including security and privacy to face the challenges that cybersecurity put in place. No one doubts that the Internet of Things (IoT) represents a massive opportunity for businesses and consumers. Most organizations are only just starting to scratch the surface of what they can achieve with IoT solutions. On the other hand, security is what really needs to be designed from the very beginning of developing IoT services and products. The growing threat of cyberattacks has made governments and companies more aware of the need to defend the computerized control systems of utilities and other critical infrastructure. The project is targeting VET providers and trainers in the ICT field, software engineers and programmers who want and need to update their competences, skills, and knowledge in cyber security of the ecosystem of IoT. And, ICT entrepreneurs who have, want, and/or would like to start a business in the IoT field. Partners in the project are:
IoT security nuggets: 2018-1-BG01-KA202-047919 is an Erasmus + project. For more information about the project, read here. |
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