The Cyber Trust Mark Debate

The Cyber Trust Mark, a new FCC program aimed at assuring the security of IoT devices is the topic of discussion today. We discuss various aspects of the Cyber Trust Mark, the history of similar initiatives like UL certification, and the challenges faced by consumers in determining the security of their devices. They also debate the merits and drawbacks of regulations like the EU's Cyber Resilience Act, the importance of secure-by-default design, and the limitations of relying solely on consumers or independent labs to ensure security. Throughout, they explore whether this new mark can genuinely make a difference or if it's just a rehash of old ideas.