SECURITY SYSTEMS
RISCAuthority Connected Security Devices & Systems Guidelines
The RISCAuthority have produced an Internet of Things IoT ‘ Need to Know Guide ’, which provides an overview of risk control measures and available equipment / system accreditations .
» PUBLISHED BY THE FIRE Protection Association ( FPA ) with input from Secured by Design ( SBD ), BSI ( British Standards Institution ) and the British Security Industry Association ( BSIA ), the S35 Internet of Things – Connected Security Devices and Systems document is a concise high-level guide , providing an overview of risk control measures and available equipment / system accreditations .
The guide ’ s aim is to inform insurance risk consultants , underwriters , other insurance professionals and security equipment users of the main hazards , controls , guidelines and accreditations that make up the landscape for internetconnected security devices .
Adrian Butler , RISCAuthority Principal Consultant at the FPA commented : “ The Internet of Things ( IoT ) is bringing many opportunities to positively impact our lives and businesses . But this brings risks associated with connected devices , particularly those around security , privacy , and safety , that can make it difficult for manufacturers and suppliers to build trust in new products and services .
“ To overcome this , suppliers of IoT connected devices and systems must be able to demonstrate security , safety , functionality , interoperability ( will it work with other devices ), and durability . Security systems with connections to internal and external networks have increased exposure to malicious attack , so to ensure effective security from interference , these systems need to meet suitable certifications and be appropriately designed , installed , commissioned , and maintained .
“ S35 Internet of Things – Connected Security Devices and Systems has been developed by the RISCAuthority - with thanks to Secured by Design ( UK Police Service ), BSI , and BSIA for their support in developing this guide - to inform security equipment users and insurance professionals , of the main hazards , controls , guidelines , and accreditations that make up the landscape for internetconnected security devices .”
Alfie Hosker , SBD Technical Manager , said : “ We were approached by the RISCAuthority back in 2021 during the IFSEC Exhibition in London and I am grateful to them , and the other stakeholders involved , for the opportunity to assist in the production of these guidelines .
“ The Internet of Things brings many opportunities , however it also carries with it many risks , particularly those around security , privacy , and safety , that can make it difficult for manufacturers and suppliers to build trust in products and services .
“ The S35 Internet of Things – Connected Security Devices & Systems document will be useful for insurance risk consultants , underwriters , other insurance professionals and security equipment users as it informs of the main hazards ,
controls , guidelines , and accreditations that make up the landscape for internetconnected security devices .”
Michelle Kradolfer , SBD ’ s IoT Technical Officer , said : “ Without the appropriate levels of security , any internet connected device is at risk of providing cyber criminals a key to enable them to access and steal personal data . It is therefore vitally important for companies to ensure their IoT products are built as securely as possible , as well as protect their customers and reduce the risk of them falling victim to cyber crime .
“ The RISCAuthority have developed an essential guide for insurance professionals and security equipment users to raise awareness on the risks , controls and advice on using internet connected devices , and I am delighted we were able to assist and highlight our Secure Connected Device ( SCD ) accreditation scheme within the guide .
“ SCD encourages companies to focus on the cyber security side of their smart products and it sends a clear message to the wider industry on the importance of IoT security , as well as the need to work together across the board to help keep UK consumers safe from a cyber breach .”
The RISCAuthority S35 Internet of Things – Connected Security Devices & Systems document is available to download at www . thefpa . co . uk
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