The Cyber Trust Mark, recently launched for consumer IoT devices, may see expansion to cover additional products, as FCC Commissioner Nathan Simington indicated. This initiative aims to inform consumers about devices adhering to vetted cybersecurity standards. With a 2027 federal procurement mandate for contractors to use these labeled devices, the initiative reflects growing awareness of cybersecurity challenges. As agencies seek to enhance their digital security, the labeling framework is poised to evolve, potentially encompassing industrial equipment and wireless technologies, as highlighted by comments from officials at recent industry events.
"This direction aligns with the recognition that the attack surface continues to expand across all interconnected assets, underlining the need for a trusted, adaptive IoT cybersecurity labeling framework."
"I'm not sure if we could go for wireless first, or for industrial first, or for both," Simington said of the potential expansion of the program.
"If the FCC tries to be a policy originator of first impression, we probably will never have the specialized knowledge to do so for cybersecurity expertise."
"After months of development, the Cyber Trust Mark officially launched early this year, aiming to assure consumers that products meet government-vetted cybersecurity standards."
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