Priya PatelTLDR:
- A new smart home security standard is set to launch in the second half of the year
- The standard will allow for devices to be tested and certified for compliance against a common security standard
A new smart home security standard is set to launch in the second half of this year, according to an announcement by the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA). The voluntary framework will allow manufacturers to have their devices tested and certified for compliance against a common security standard, with certified devices receiving the Product Security Verified (PSV) Mark. This move aims to address the potential risks associated with insecure smart home devices, building trust in the IoT industry.
Key Elements
Security professionals have long warned about the risks of insecure smart home devices, and the new standard seeks to provide a common security specification that can be endorsed by governments worldwide. The PSV Mark requires certified devices to have unique identities, avoid hardcoded default passwords, securely store sensitive data, encrypt communications, provide secure software updates, and more. The standard has already been recognized by the government of Singapore and is in talks with authorities in the USA, EU, and UK.
The PSV Mark is a welcome development for consumers, as it ensures that they know exactly what they are getting when purchasing a new smart device. With increasing concerns about privacy and security, the new standard aims to provide a clear indication of product security for consumers. Panda Security, a vocal advocate of increased privacy and security, welcomes the new standard and looks forward to its imminent release.
