2N Telecommunications’ access systems, along with its range of products, comply with British safety standards, including the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure (PSTI) Act, which came into effect on 29th April 2024. This legislation introduces enhanced cyber security measures for connectable devices, aiming to safeguard consumers and bolster the United Kingdom’s resilience against cyber-attacks.
The PSTI Act applies to a broad spectrum of Internet-connected devices, establishing key security requirements such as the necessity for each product to have a unique password, clear guidance on reporting security vulnerabilities, and the disclosure of the duration for which security updates will be provided. 2N’s products, including intercoms, access systems, and answering units, adhere to these standards, ensuring a high level of protection for its customers.
“PSTI delivers positive changes for the end user since it sets out clear rules regarding basic security settings for products. PSTI has confirmed that our long-term approach to security is the right one, i.e. that we focus on the security and sustainability of our products and help our customers protect their homes and businesses,” said Petr Kosek, Cyber Security Manager, 2N Telecommunications.
Beyond PSTI, 2N’s products also comply with other relevant British security legislation, such as the Data Protection Act, which ensures that personal data is processed securely and in line with the law. 2N is also closely monitoring the development of the European NIS2 directive, which aims to enhance cyber security within critical infrastructure.
According to cyber security experts, the average European household has 25 devices connected to the Internet, compared to 46 in the United States. On average, home networks face eight attacks per day.
Kosek emphasised that cyber security is an increasingly relevant issue, though it remains complex and difficult for the general public to fully grasp. He suggested that other security aspects, often overlooked in public discussions, should be highlighted, such as the resilience of hardware products and the importance of service support, both of which are linked to sustainability. Kosek believed that maintaining software support and regularly updating the operating systems of individual devices are crucial.
“Individual IoT devices are increasingly interconnected and connecting an insecure component creates a vulnerability in the whole network, for example a home network. Security is an ongoing, 24/7 process with high transparency demands, so I welcome the fact that PSTI has brought about improvements in this area too. Although it is a purely British law, our customers in other countries will also benefit as we have introduced its security practices in our products for all markets,” said Kosek.
2N recognised the importance of cyber security not only for experts but also for the general public. “Most of our customers want to improve their home’s security, but do not verify product solutions themselves and instead blindly trust the manufacturer and vendor promises. But in many cases, security threats are not just the manufacturer’s fault, but the users as well. PSTI sets out clear rules for basic product security settings, which prevents common user errors to a certain extent and is something that we wholeheartedly welcome. 2N believes that cyber security is absolutely crucial and will seek to raise awareness of it among the public,” added Kosek.
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