Securing IoT Devices and Edge Computing with Hybrid Mesh Firewalls

Abstract

The proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT) devices and edge computing has introduced significant security challenges due to their distributed nature and diverse communication protocols. Traditional security mechanisms often fall short in providing robust protection against evolving threats in these environments. This paper proposes the use of hybrid mesh firewalls as a novel approach to securing IoT devices and edge computing infrastructures. Hybrid mesh firewalls combine the advantages of traditional firewalls with the flexibility and scalability of mesh networks, thereby enhancing security without compromising performance or scalability.