IoTForescout Acquires Healthcare IoT Security Software Firm CyberMDXJoe PanettieriFebruary 1, 2022Forescout, backed by private equity firm Advent International, acquires CyberMDX. MSSP & MSP partners may gain expanded IoT security options.
Channel investorsDigiCert Acquires Mocana; MSSPs May Gain Managed IoT Device Security OptionsJoe PanettieriJanuary 23, 2022DigiCert-Mocana deal may allow MSSPs to manage cybersecurity across 5G edge, smart networks & IoT (Internet of Things) devices.
IoTNew UL IoT Security Kit Aims to Boost Developers’ Cybersecurity ProfileD. Howard KassDecember 6, 2021IoT Security Starter Kit from Underwriters Laboratories may allow MSSPs to pinpoint Internet of Things (IoT) devices that have cybersecurity in mind.
Channel partner programsNozomi Networks Unveils MSSP Partner ProgramDan KobialkaAugust 9, 2021Nozomi Networks partner program, led by Chet Namboodri, helps MSSPs provide operational technology (OT) & IoT managed security services.
IoTMicrosoft Acquires IoT Security Company ReFirm LabsJoe PanettieriJune 2, 2021Microsoft acquires IoT device security company ReFirm Labs, which develops device vulnerability management & firmware security analysis software.
AmericasIoT Cybersecurity: Dems Pursue Cyber Shield Act Legislation AgainD. Howard KassMarch 29, 2021Democrats reintroduce Cyber Shield Act, a voluntary IoT certification program that allow manufacturers to verify their connected devices as hacker proof.
IoTIoT and Medical Device Cybersecurity: Standards ComingD. Howard KassMarch 10, 2021SAFE Identity association establishes Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) working group for medical device identity and security standards.
BreachVerkada Security Camera Hacker Attack: Video Surveillance Breach Details and UpdatesJoe PanettieriMarch 10, 2021Verkada cyberattack hits cloud-connected video surveillance cameras at Tesla, Cloudflare, Equinox, hospitals, jails, police departments & more.
