ETSI has released a new technical report addressing the rising risk of IoT devices being misused for coercive control in domestic settings. The document outlines comprehensive design guidelines and trauma-informed practices to help manufacturers build consumer IoT products that resist surveillance and intimidation tactics. By prioritizing ethical design, the report aims to mitigate these security risks while preserving the intended functionality of connected home devices. This guidance serves as essential reading for designers, manufacturers, and policymakers involved in the consumer IoT sector.
Keywords: coercive control, trauma-informed design, IoT safety, ethical design, consumer IoT