Smart thermostats across city buildings are abandoned by the manufacturer with no further firmware updates. What should the asset-security response prioritize?
Select an answer to reveal the explanation.
Short Explanation
Orphaned gadgets on the building network are little unpatched doors with pretty LCD screens. When the maker walks away, you replace them, fence them off, or write down that you accept the risk. Hoping "it's only HVAC" is not a control.
Full Explanation
Unsupported IoT increases vulnerability exposure and often lacks monitoring hooks comparable to managed endpoints. Asset security expects a deliberate decision: replace, isolate with compensating controls, or accept residual risk with documentation and review. Ignoring manufacturer abandonment leaves persistent weak points inside facilities networks.