Asimily recently announced the launch of its IoT Patching solution, allowing customers to automate, standardise, and streamline firmware updates across their connected device ecosystems. This latest capability reduces security risks by simplifying the otherwise complex process of keeping heterogenous IoT device fleets continuously updated with the latest security patches.
Asimily’s IoT Patching solution addresses an essential and persistent challenge in IoT device management; the time-consuming and resource-intensive process of updating firmware across multiple device types and manufacturers.
Cyber attacks are increasingly targeting IoT devices, for a combination of reasons, including the lack of security in devices, especially for legacy. Asimily’s research has revealed that IoT devices receive firmware updates every five months on average, creating an extended window of vulnerability.
“The exponential growth of IoT devices—which we’re seeing across industries—has put tremendous pressure on security and IT teams to keep pace,” said Shankar Somasundaram, CEO, Asimily. “They have to sort through myriad firmware versions, understand different mechanisms to update devices, and go through as many vendor portals as they have device models—all while racing against attackers who are looking to exploit vulnerabilities.
“We’ve seen organisations taking weeks or months to deploy critical patches (or, in fact, never deploy patches) across their IoT fleets. Our new IoT Patching solution changes the game. What once required multiple teams, many hours, and complex coordination can now be accomplished with a couple of clicks.”
The solution’s automated capabilities enables customers to reduce these vulnerability windows and avoid complex technical hurdles. Offering streamlined firmware updates, organisations can protect their IoT devices without compromising operational continuity, which is especially important for healthcare, manufacturing, and other industries where IoT devices play mission-critical roles.
The key features of Asimily’s IoT Patching solution include:
- Patch deployment automation: regularly checking manufacturer repositories for new firmware releases, with immediate notification to customers whenever new updates become available
- Status monitoring dashboard: detailed tracking and real-time reporting is available through the dedicated IoT Patching audit interface
- Deployment flexibility: support for on-demand updates of individual devices, bulk updates, and scheduled automated patching are designed to minimise or eliminate operational disruption
- Broad device coverage: compatibility across a wide range of connected devices from major manufacturers including Axis Communications, Cisco, HP Enterprise, Zebra and others, covering IP cameras, printers, network applications, and more. Additional manufacturers and devices are being added regularly
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