The Ultimate Guide to IoT Security
A curated Australian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for IoT Security.
What to know about IoT Security
The Internet of Things (IoT) Security tag covers a crucial and rapidly evolving area of technology focused on protecting connected devices and networks from increasing cyber threats. As IoT devices become more integrated into homes, industries, and critical infrastructure, understanding their security challenges is essential for businesses, manufacturers, and consumers alike.
Recent stories highlight advancements and concerns in IoT security, including the development of trust frameworks for device attestation, emerging security solutions for network access control, and significant investments forecasted in cloud-based IoT security services. Articles also emphasize the complexity of securing diverse IoT environments, from smart homes to healthcare and industrial control systems.
Readers exploring this tag will learn about the latest technologies, partnerships, and strategies employed by leaders in the field to manage risks, enhance device visibility, and implement zero trust security models. Furthermore, insights into regulatory developments, the role of AI and blockchain, and response to new malware threats provide a comprehensive perspective on safeguarding IoT ecosystems.
For anyone interested in the intersection of connectivity and cybersecurity, this tag offers valuable information on how stakeholders are addressing the vulnerabilities and opportunities presented by the Internet of Things.
Australian IoT Security News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
BeyondTrust expands identity security insights to Australia
BeyondTrust brings identity security insights to Australia with local hosting as regulators intensify scrutiny of machine identities and AI access.
Ip.Glass modernises Baiada Poultry's network with Fortinet
Ip.Glass and Fortinet overhaul Baiada Poultry's network with Secure SD-WAN and security tools, bolstering resilience across IT and OT operations.
Melbourne to host combined cyber security conferences
Corinium Global Intelligence will unite four cyber events in Melbourne, drawing more than 500 senior leaders to discuss risk, AI and resilience.
SA Power Networks boosts cyber resilience with Tanium
SA Power Networks expands Tanium rollout to speed vulnerability fixes and cut manual patching across South Australia's electricity network.
Orro launches AI CTEM service for Australian firms
Orro launches AI-driven CTEM service to help Australian firms cut through vulnerability noise and prioritise exposures by business risk.
Attackers shift upstream into Australia's network edge
Lumen says attackers are increasingly exploiting routers, VPN gateways and other edge devices in Australia, with nation-state activity and proxy networks making detection harder.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to IoT Security
Tenable launches OT discovery tool for exposure management
DigiCert posts record ARR after Valimail acquisition
Nozomi named Leader in Gartner CPS security ranking
Claroty named Leader in 2026 Gartner CPS security report
Claroty named Gartner Leader again for CPS protection
Featured News
Rockwell Automation brings SecureOT to industrial systems
Rockwell Automation launches SecureOT to help Australian industry counter rising cyber attacks on critical operational technology.
Milestone turns video data into AI-driven intelligence
Milestone Systems' Project Hafnia uses AI video language models to turn CCTV streams into real-time, multi‑modal security insight.
Consolidation Wave Hits Infosec, Sparing CISOs From Tool Sprawl
Overwhelmed CISOs are driving a consolidation wave in cybersecurity, slashing tool sprawl to close security gaps and cut mounting costs.
Exclusive: HPE Networking advances 'self-driving' networks
HPE unites Aruba and Juniper under the HPE Networking banner to push AI‑driven, secure, self‑managing networks for enterprise customers.
Expert Columns
The Death of the Firewall
The agentic evolution: Why high-fidelity data is the lifeblood of the modern SOC
Why businesses need wired, wireless, and power-over-ethernet (PoE) firewalls
Making cyber threat intelligence work: closing the intelligence paradox
Why women from varied careers strengthen cybersecurity
Opinion: why women in tech Are redesigning safety - and what that means for us all
Enterprises urged to act now on post-quantum security
AI pushes dense, decentralised & sustainable data centres
SonicWall firewalls strengthen security for IoT era
Security architecture for critical infrastructure: stabilising what cannot stop
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Rockwell Automation brings SecureOT to industrial systems
Milestone turns video data into AI-driven intelligence
Consolidation Wave Hits Infosec, Sparing CISOs From Tool Sprawl
Exclusive: HPE Networking advances 'self-driving' networks
Exclusive: e2e-assure CEO on CNI defence from geopolitical cyberattacks
Recent IoT Security News
Claroty flags IP flaws in building management systems
Claroty warns that CEA-852 weaknesses in building controls could let hackers reach exposed gateways, disrupt services and widen risks across critical sites.
Reolink unveils autumn smart security sale in Australia
Reolink launches an autumn smart security sale in Australia, with up to 42% off 4K cameras, floodlights and PoE doorbells until 22 March.
Making cyber threat intelligence work: closing the intelligence paradox
Businesses must turn generic cyber threat data into tailored, actionable intelligence or risk paying more for security that feels no safer.
Why women from varied careers strengthen cybersecurity
Australia's growing cyber threats demand a broader, more diverse workforce, with women's cross-disciplinary skills central to resilience.
Healthcare tops cyber attacks on Australian OT & IoT
Healthcare is now the prime target for OT and IoT cyber attacks in Australia, as security alerts per organisation surge to third globally.
Aussie Broadband named Fortinet Australia Partner 2025
Fortinet crowns Aussie Broadband its Australia Partner of the Year 2025, also naming it Telco Partner of the Year amid wider channel honours.
Cythera appoints Jason Whyte to lead Australian integration
Cythera names Jason Whyte as Australia managing director to integrate Seamless Intelligence and Phronesis Security under one brand.
AI arms race to reshape Australia's cyber defences by 2026
AI-powered attacks and defences, quantum threats and smart city risks are set to transform Australia's cyber security landscape by 2026.
Cybersecurity Act drives surge in reporting as attacks rise
Australia's Cybersecurity Act drives a surge in breach reporting as attacks soar, exposing rising business losses and tougher penalties.
Security architecture for critical infrastructure: stabilising what cannot stop
Australia's critical infrastructure faces rising state-backed cyber threats, forcing a shift to integrated, cloud-first security architectures.
Borderless CS launches managed cyber security for healthcare
Borderless CS has launched managed cybersecurity services for healthcare, offering 24/7 threat monitoring and compliance support to protect patient data and systems.
Australian homes face 29 daily cyberattacks amid smart device boom
Australian homes now face nearly 29 cyberattacks daily, up from 10 last year, as connected devices per household surge to 22, new research reveals.
Secolve marks five years with 57% growth & global expansion
Secolve celebrates five years with 57% growth, serving 100 global clients and expanding its operational technology cybersecurity services internationally.
Nozomi Networks leads Forrester Wave 2025 for IoT security
Nozomi Networks tops Forrester Wave 2025 for IoT security, earning highest scores for AI-driven protection and transparent pricing in current offerings.
Borderless CS unveils IT hardening to combat cyber vulnerabilities
Borderless CS launches IT Hardening Expert Services to reduce cyber vulnerabilities and boost defences across diverse technology environments in the Pacific region.
Claroty earns AWS recognition for OT security in manufacturing
Claroty has gained AWS Manufacturing and Industrial Competency for its xDome platform, boosting OT security for manufacturers amid rising digital risks.
Aurora Endpoint Security achieves 100% malware defence in benchmark
Aurora Endpoint Security achieved 100% malware protection in tests, offering strong defence with low CPU use and AI features on Windows 11 devices.
Australia ranked fourth globally for cyberattacks on industry
Australia ranks fourth globally for cyberattacks, with manufacturing and mining sectors hit hardest amid rising threats in 2025's first half.
Trustwave launches OT security portfolio with Nozomi Networks
Trustwave and Nozomi Networks team up to launch a new OT security portfolio, boosting defence of critical infrastructure against rising cyber threats.
Schneider & Nozomi join forces for global security boost
Schneider Electric has partnered with Nozomi Networks to enhance global managed security services, focusing on critical sectors such as energy and water.
