Internet of Things: security and privacy implications

Key Points The Internet of Things (IoT) creates new security risks that device manufacturers and application developers have not anticipated. The devices that have become part of the IoT enable the storage, analysis, monitoring, and sharing of vast quantities of data with other networked devices and...

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Published in:International data privacy law 2015-05, Vol.5 (2), p.99-104
Main Author: Maras, M.-H.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Automation
Cellular telephones
Computer industry
Consumer protection
Cybersecurity
Electronics industry
End users
Global positioning systems
GPS
Hackers
Identity theft
International law
Internet of Things
Medical equipment
Network security
Pets
Privacy
Right of privacy
Sensors
Sleep
Smart houses
Smartphones
Software industry
Studies
Surveillance
Technology
Wearable computers
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Summary:Key Points The Internet of Things (IoT) creates new security risks that device manufacturers and application developers have not anticipated. The devices that have become part of the IoT enable the storage, analysis, monitoring, and sharing of vast quantities of data with other networked devices and users. Users' privacy is threatened because of their limited control and choice over the collection, retention, and distribution of their data. The risk of an inadequate legal framework regulating the IoT requires urgent action in legal analysis and may require new approaches in legislation.
ISSN:2044-3994
2044-4001
DOI:10.1093/idpl/ipv004