The Internet of Things (IoT) is now a major force in the weaponization of DDoS. In 2016, IoT botnets have fueled a number of attacks, including the largest-ever DDoS attack, and that role will only grow in the coming years. The tools to carry out these attacks are freely available to the public, and the IoT is expected to be 20 billion devices strong by 2020, so expect more frequent and disruptive attacks from a wider range of bad actors from now on.
While every organization must now protect itself against the potential for this kind of DDoS attack, this isn’t the only IoT vulnerability to keep in mind. 2017 will bring new threats as the IoT expands, challenging organizations and consumers alike to maintain effective defenses. Here are three IoT threats likely to emerge in 2017 and what organizations can do to protect themselves.
