Professional paper

Security Challenges of IoT Devices

Ivan Matasović ; Technical School, Eugena Kumičića 55, Slavonski Brod 35000, Republic of Croatia *
Mato Galović ; Technical School, Eugena Kumičića 55, Slavonski Brod 35000, Republic of Croatia
Mato Kokanović ; Technical School, Eugena Kumičića 55, Slavonski Brod 35000, Republic of Croatia
Zoran Crnac ; Technical School, Eugena Kumičića 55, Slavonski Brod 35000, Republic of Croatia

* Corresponding author.

Abstract

The Internet of Things (IoT) represents a ubiquitous modern technology that enables communication between devices and the exchange of data via the internet. Given its widespread use in smart homes, industry, and critical infrastructure, the security of IoT devices has become a key concern. Due to their connectivity and often insufficient levels of protection, IoT devices are a significant target for various forms of cyberattacks.
The aim of this paper is to analyze the main threats related to the security of IoT devices, identify vulnerabilities, and present possible protection methods and best practices in the field of cybersecurity. As part of the practical section, a security test was conducted on a smart WiFi camera to demonstrate potential weaknesses and methods of protection through a concrete example.
This paper provides an overview of current security threats, methods of security testing, and offers proposals for technical and organizational protection measures in accordance with relevant security standards.

Keywords

Internet of Things, IoT, cybersecurity, WiFi camera, vulnerabilities, security testing

Hrčak ID:

334235

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/334235

Publication date:

30.7.2025.

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