The White House this week announced a new label for internet-connected devices, the US Cyber Trust Mark, intended to help consumers make more informed decisions about the cybersecurity of the products they bring into their homes. To obtain the US Cyber Trust Mark, given by the Federal Communications Commission, companies must test their products against the cybersecurity criteria of the US National Institute of Standards and Technology through compliance tests by accredited laboratories. Eligible products range from baby monitors to smart home security devices. The US Cyber Trust Mark is the result of a public notice and comment period of almost two years. The FCC unanimously authorized the program and implemented a final rule by the end of 2024. People are increasingly wary of cyberattacks on smart devices. According to a new survey, 1 in 3 Americans worry that their connected gadgets, such as locks and doorbells, are being hacked.
