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What is the estimated number of IoT devices by 2025?
What is the estimated number of IoT devices by 2025?
- 100 billion
- 4.7 billion
- 75 billion (correct)
- 35 billion
How did the Mirai malware access devices in 2016?
How did the Mirai malware access devices in 2016?
- By physically connecting to the devices
- By exploiting hardware vulnerabilities
- Through phishing emails
- Using default usernames and passwords (correct)
What was the purpose of the Mirai malware attack in 2016?
What was the purpose of the Mirai malware attack in 2016?
- To turn devices into a botnet for DDoS attacks (correct)
- To steal personal information
- To improve device security
- To encrypt data on the devices
What term is used to describe the strain of malware that turned IoT devices into a botnet?
What term is used to describe the strain of malware that turned IoT devices into a botnet?
Why will cities and companies increasingly adopt smart technologies according to the text?
Why will cities and companies increasingly adopt smart technologies according to the text?
What was the impact of the DDoS attack facilitated by the Mirai malware in 2016?
What was the impact of the DDoS attack facilitated by the Mirai malware in 2016?
What role does the router play in IoT security?
What role does the router play in IoT security?
What is the purpose of collecting data through smart home devices like thermostats and lighting systems?
What is the purpose of collecting data through smart home devices like thermostats and lighting systems?
Why are most consumer IoT devices vulnerable to attacks?
Why are most consumer IoT devices vulnerable to attacks?
What does 5G promise for IoT devices?
What does 5G promise for IoT devices?
What motivates manufacturers to prioritize security in IoT products?
What motivates manufacturers to prioritize security in IoT products?
What type of data do voice-controlled devices collect when set up?
What type of data do voice-controlled devices collect when set up?
