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What is a common security challenge faced by Internet of Things (IoT) devices?

easy🧠 Conceptual Q11 of 15
Cybersecurity - Emerging Security Topics
What is a common security challenge faced by Internet of Things (IoT) devices?
AHigh processing power
BToo much storage space
CExcessive battery life
DWeak or default passwords
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand IoT device vulnerabilities

    IoT devices often have weak or default passwords that are easy to guess.

  2. Step 2: Identify common security issues

    Weak passwords allow attackers to access devices easily, making it a major security challenge.

  3. Final Answer:

    Weak or default passwords -> Option D

  4. Quick Check:

    Weak passwords = major IoT security risk [OK]
Quick Trick: Weak passwords are the easiest IoT security flaw to spot [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Confusing hardware specs with security issues
  • Thinking battery life affects security
  • Assuming storage size causes security problems

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