Unveiling the Security Maze: A Comprehensive Review of Challenges in Internet of Things

Abstract

The Internet of Things (IoT) has seamlessly integrated into various aspects of our daily lives, spanning wearable devices, biomedical, agricultural, and industrial applications, among others. With the evolution of every device comes the convenience of remote access and cloud computing. However, this interconnectedness also exposes personal and sensitive data to potential attacks on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. This paper delves into the broad spectrum of security challenges faced by IoT, emphasizing the urgency of addressing these issues. Furthermore, we shed light on various research avenues that could offer solutions to the security dilemmas plaguing IoT. Questions arise regarding the efficacy of domain-independent security patterns in developing secure IoT systems and the existence of IoT security-supporting architectures. Our objective is to conduct a comprehensive analysis of existing literature on patterns and designs for IoT security. Adhering to established protocols for systematic reviews, we aim to provide insights into this critical research area, facilitating the advancement of secure IoT systems.