IoT devices are everywhere: in offices, factories, hospitals, and homes. They’ve made businesses more connected and efficient, but they’ve also made networks more exposed.
Each device adds a potential entry point for attackers. And the truth is, most organizations don’t have a clear picture of what’s connected, what those devices can access, or what risk they pose.
At Mayfield, we help businesses get ahead of these challenges. Our team works closely with yours to secure connected environments without disrupting day-to-day operations or overcomplicating your infrastructure.
Why IoT Devices Are a Growing Target
IoT is growing fast, with security unable to keep up.
Most IoT devices weren’t built for the threats we see today. They’re lightweight, often unmanaged, and usually running on outdated firmware. That makes them attractive targets for attackers looking to bypass traditional defenses.
Here’s what makes them risky:
- Default credentials: Many devices ship with usernames and passwords that are never changed.
- Unpatched vulnerabilities: Firmware is rarely updated, leaving known exploits wide open.
- Flat networks: IoT devices are often on the same network as critical systems, giving attackers a straight path once they’re in.
- No monitoring: These devices rarely log activity in a way that alerts security teams to trouble.
- Shadow IoT: Devices are installed and forgotten, with no central oversight or visibility.
Attackers know this and that’s why we’re seeing IoT exploited in everything from ransomware staging to data exfiltration and even corporate espionage. These aren’t hypothetical risks, they’re real entry points being used right now.
How Mayfield Secures Your IoT Environment
Mayfield helps organizations take control of their IoT environment by identifying key risks, securing device communications, and strengthening protections to reduce the chance of future compromise.
Here’s how we help:
- Asset Discovery and Mapping
Using our vSOC (Virtual Security Operations Center) and SIEM integrations, we identify every connected device, especially those that often go unnoticed—and map how they interact with your network
- Risk-Based Segmentation
Our managed security team works with your IT staff to isolate high-risk IoT systems from critical infrastructure, minimizing potential damage if a device is compromised.
- Configuration Hardening and Patch Management
Through policy configuration and managed SIEM, we review device settings, replace default credentials, and implement tailored patch plans for firmware and software updates .
- Real-Time Monitoring and Detection
We extend your SOC’s monitoring to include IoT behavior patterns, integrating logs and anomaly detection through our SIEM and Cortex platform
- Threat Intelligence and Active Threat Hunting
By leveraging threat intelligence feeds and vSOC-managed threat hunting, we stay alert to emerging IoT threats and provide early warnings when malicious activity arises
- Governance Across Device Lifecycles
Our policy management guides how devices are onboarded, managed, and decommissioned to enforce consistent security standards from start to finish.
With these aligned capabilities, Mayfield delivers an integrated and proactive approach to IoT security by connecting discovery, risk control, monitoring, and policy enforcement in a unified framework.
Smarter Visibility, Stronger Control
IoT isn’t going away. In fact, it’s only going to grow and so will the risks. But with the right visibility, controls, and strategy, it doesn’t have to be a blind spot.
Mayfield helps businesses take control of their expanding digital frontier. We cut through the complexity, focus on what matters, and help you stay secure as you grow.
Explore our full suite of cybersecurity services at mayfieldinc.com or connect with our team to talk through where to start.
