Securing Public Sector Against IoT Malware in 2024

The Internet of Things (IoT) presents significant opportunities for public organisations, but also poses a host of security risks. In 2023, IoT malware attacks increased by 400%, driven largely by the Mirai and Gafgyt botnet families, posing major risks to the public sector, including national security and financial threats. Effective security measures are essential to deal with this evolving cyber threat landscape, including eliminating implicit trust, enhancing visibility into IoT devices, and being proactive in managing security and continuity of key public services.