QuestionQ40

Risk Assessment

Which of the following represents the GREATEST security risk associated with Internet of Things (IoT) technology?

  • A The lack of updates for vulnerable firmware
  • B The lack of relevant IoT security frameworks to guide the risk assessment process
  • C The heightened level of IoT threats via the widespread use of smart devices
  • D The inability to monitor via network management solutions
Explanation

IoT devices that do not receive firmware updates remain vulnerable to known security flaws. Attackers can exploit these unpatched weaknesses to compromise devices, gain unauthorized access, or incorporate devices into botnets.

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