Consumer-Based IoT Devices Are Often Less Secure Than Systems Built

question 78

Multiple Choice

Consumer-based IoT devices are often less secure than systems built for traditional desktop computers. Which of the following BEST describes the reasoning for this?

• A) Manufacturers developing IoT devices are less concerned with security.
• B) It is difficult for administrators to implement the same security standards across the board.
• C) IoT systems often lack the hardware power required by more secure solutions.
• D) Regulatory authorities often have lower security requirements for IoT systems.

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