Enhancing the Security of Internet of Things Devices through Cybersecurity Framework
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Date
2025-09-03
Authors
Macharia, Godfrey M.
Mgawe, Bonny.
Mvula, Jaha.
Sam, Anael E.
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DRPM-UBD
Abstract
This study focused on enhancing the protection of IoT devices by assessing the
effectiveness of existing cybersecurity frameworks (CSFs), identifying gaps in
advanced technology cyber-attack tactics, and developing a comprehensive
cybersecurity framework for IoT ecosystems. Technological Acceptance and Zero
Trust Security Theories guided the study. A cross-sectional research design and
mixed-methods approach was adopted, while semi-structured interviews and Focus
Group Discussions provided in-depth qualitative insights. For quantitative data, a
questionnaire was used. A total of 93 respondents from HLIs, hospitals, and
broadcasting media were selected using purposive and random sampling techniques.
Descriptive and inferential statistics were employed to analyze quantitative data. For
qualitative data, Atlas.ti 9.0 Desktop was used. The findings revealed cyber
vulnerabilities are associated with the spread of imported unsecured IoT devices,
user unawareness, and lack of effective cybersecurity frameworks tailored to
emerging cyber threats from advanced technologies such as AI, 5G, Edge
computing, and Autonomous Systems. In conclusion, a framework was designed to
strengthen IoT device security by integrating best practices, policy implementation,
and technological safeguards. The study recommends that imported IoT devices
should be digitally coded to detect cyber risks and adopt multi-layered ECSF-IoT
framework and strengthen end-user cybersecurity education in developing countries
such as Tanzania.
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