Why IoT devices are the 'unusual suspects' in DDOS attacks

Recent cyberattacks that harnessed digital devices to cripple websites confirm the concerns cybersecurity experts have long expressed about the threat posed by the internet of things (IoT). Many connected corporate devices, from VoIP phones and connected printers to smart video conferencing systems, have outdated firmware and can be hacked in minutes, according to new research from ForeScout Technologies."The IoT is the new battleground for security," says Pedro Abreu, chief strategy officer at