Smart Buildings – Are they the next cybersecurity risk?

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Presented at DataConnectorsVancouver 2019 by

Tony Anscombe

Is it possible a cybercriminal could hold an entire building hostage and force the evacuation of all the occupants? Smart-building technology brings many benefits to overall building operations and is itself being transformed as lower cost devices reduce the expense of automating and connecting the very fabric of the building. The expense is often offset through energy and efficiency costs. But, is it increasing risk and is it secure by design? The possibility a cybercriminal may launch a ransomware attack on a building are fast becoming reality. In this presentation, Tony will discuss what smart building technology means, how it can benefit an organization, explore the current landscape and the possible threats and outcomes of a cyberattack on building infrastructure. And most importantly discuss some of the considerations needed to avoid the risk and how best to mitigate potential attacks.