The “Internet of Things” (IoT) revolution was based on the idea that common devices – such as light bulbs, thermostats, and household appliances – could be networked together using the Internet Protocol (IP), eliminating dedicated connections and facilitating the “smart” use of devices and data. The convenience offered by the Internet of Things, however, comes with risk. IoT devices tend to follow a predictable path where the desire for quick and easy access leads to security issues that result in equally quick and easy exploitation, before more stringent security is implemented in a reactionary fashion. The same may soon become true for space. Many providers are developing space-based constellations to provide terrestrial internet services; like the Global Positioning Service, it may only be a matter of time before internet access is available to satellites as well. Using a generic IP-based infrastructure has many benefits, and could streamline communication and licensing and eliminate the need for specific ground hardware for each mission. As it did for the Internet of Things, however, this opportunity comes with security risks. The good news is that the space industry can learn from the “lessons in blood” already experienced by the terrestrial Internet of Things.


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    Title :

    Space and the Internet of Things


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    Publication date :

    2020-03-01


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    Conference paper


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    Electronic Resource


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    English



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