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Software updates for connected devices: key considerations

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Explaining the nuances and security considerations one must be mindful of when deploying software updates to connected devices, to ensure the security and integrity of devices deployed in the wild.

A key requirement for connected devices/IoT is the ability to deploy software updates. Data breaches are occurring on a regular basis and extending devices outside the firewall perimeter increases the attack surface. There are on average 1-25 bugs/defects per 1,000 lines of code. The good news is that security breaches are largely preventable. The Center of Internet Security estimates that 80-90% can be prevented through swift software updates and patching, which are necessary in order to:

  • Deploy bug fixes
  • Patch security vulnerabilities
  • Deliver new features

In this video, Northern.tech's Eystein Stenberg presents a talk for the Linux Foundation on key considerations when deploying software updates for connected devices.

 

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