According to the FCC, it is estimated that there will be 25 billion internet-connected devices in the United States by 2030. Now, the FCC wants to make sure that Wi-Fi-connected security cameras and baby monitors are safe so you can buy them with confidence.
“When I think about the new world of the Internet of Things, the device that comes to mind most is probably because I’m a mom,” Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel said during last week’s committee meeting, according to the report. It’s a baby monitor.”from telecompetitor. “You want it to be secure. When you bring that monitor into your home to watch your newborn, you want to know if the connection is secure.”
To make these devices more secure, the FCC has created a program of security requirements that allows products that meet these standards to display the “US Cyber Trust Mark.” This mark indicates that security measures have been taken to keep these products safe.
The program is voluntary, but companies must take certain steps to use the mark to demonstrate safety according to FCC standards.
Recent reports indicate that many internet-connected devices have weak security and are easily accessible to outsiders. This new standard should help companies wishing to certify their devices to prevent this from happening in the future.
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