All aboard: the NIST Cybersecurity for IoT Program is headed to our next stop! Share your input on where we’re headed during our Future Directions Two-Day Workshop on March 31st.
Summary
NIST is holding a two-day "Future Directions" workshop on March 31st and April 1st, 2026, at its Gaithersburg campus to gather community input on the Cybersecurity for Internet of Things (IoT) Program. The program aims to assist practitioners in navigating the complexities of IT and connected products.
IFF Assessment
This is good news for defenders as NIST's efforts to improve IoT security guidance will lead to better practices and potentially more secure devices.
Defender Context
This workshop represents an opportunity for the cybersecurity community to directly influence NIST's guidance on IoT security. Defenders should pay attention to the outcomes and recommendations from this program, as they will likely shape best practices and regulatory expectations for securing connected devices.