Security solution for Iot devices

An end to end security solution for IoT devices that connect to Amazon Web Services IoT (AWS IoT) has been unveiled by Microchip, which worked with AWS to develop a way for IoT devices to comply with AWS’ mutual authentication IoT security model. According to Microchip, the solution will help companies to implement security best practice from evaluation to production.


Currently, AWS users must pre register their security authority so a trust model can be established. Then, each IoT device they must generate unique cryptographic keys and these keys must remain secret. Microchip says this can be a challenge for volume production.

The security solution handles this process during three production steps. First, the AT88CKECC kit will allow customers to meet the AWS security standard and connect to the AWS IoT platform during evaluation and engineering. It assists with meeting security standards during prototyping and pre production and can be customised for production.

The device is soldered on a board and connected via I2C to the host MCU, which runs an AWS Software Development Kit. There is said to be no need to load the keys and certificates required for authentication during manufacturing as the AWS-ECC508 will be recognised by AWS without any intervention. All necessary information is contained in a crypto companion device measuring 3 x 2mm.

Securing the IoT, a world where objects and people are securely connected to the network.

Hacking against cameras, hard drives, IP networks, Smart meters or cars. Smart TVs that monitor and emit unencrypted conversations on the Internet. In other words, millions of devices connected to each other and to the Internet that are accessible and provide information in real time. When personal and business information appears in the network with no filters or security, there is no second chance.

When millions of hyperconnected devices use different technologies, the real challenge is to provide scalable security solutions that respond to the needs of heterogeneity and scalability that the Internet of Things is imposing.

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