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Most common type of cybersecurity incident affecting IoT devices in the UK by end of 2025
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Resolution / Starting Odds
Botnet Attacks • 33%
Ransomware Attacks • 33%
Data Breaches • 34%
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UK First to Ban Weak IoT Device Passwords, Aiming to Prevent Attacks Like 2016 Mirai Botnet
Apr 29, 2024, 03:51 PM
The United Kingdom has introduced new legislation that bans the use of default, easily guessable usernames and passwords on certain Internet of Things (IoT) devices. This move aims to enhance cybersecurity and prevent incidents similar to the 2016 Mirai botnet attack. The UK is the first country to implement such a measure, targeting a significant improvement in smart home security by addressing vulnerabilities in IoT devices.
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0-5 • 25%
6-10 • 25%
11-20 • 25%
More than 20 • 25%
Use of banned default passwords • 33%
Inadequate user data protection • 33%
Lack of timely security updates • 34%
Google • 20%
Amazon • 20%
Apple • 20%
Samsung • 20%
Xiaomi • 20%
Less than 50% • 25%
50% - 75% • 25%
76% - 90% • 25%
More than 90% • 25%
Smart Speakers • 25%
Home Security Cameras • 25%
Smart Thermostats • 25%
Voice Assistants • 25%
Phishing Attack • 25%
Ransomware Attack • 25%
DDoS Attack • 25%
Insider Threat • 25%