Government is considering extending its cybersecurity framework beyond CCTV cameras to a wider range of internet of things (IoT) devices, including smart meters, according to a Times of India report by Aabhas Sharma. The move comes amid concerns that many of these imported devices, mainly from China, remain vulnerable to cyber threats.
While no final decision has been taken, discussions at the official level are underway on measures that could require connected devices to meet stricter security and certification standards before they can be sold in India. The move, persons in the know told TOI , is aimed at reducing cyber vulnerabilities in internet-connected products and should not be seen as a proposal to ban any category of devices.
