Which of the following is a common security risk associated with IoT devices? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a common security risk associated with IoT devices?
A. Insecure firmware
B. All of the above
C. Default passwords
D. Lack of encryption
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Internet of Things (IoT) devices often have default passwords, lack encryption, and have insecure firmware, making them vulnerable to cyber attacks.

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