The U.S. government is set to introduce a seal of approval to help consumers identify secure internet-connected devices, the White House announced in a press release on Jan. 7. The U.S. Cyber Trust Mark will certify devices that meet certain security standards. Following the initiative’s first announcement in July 2023, the Federal Communications Commission provided details on Tuesday about how companies can submit their products for approval under the new label. The label applies to consumer devices only rather than connected devices intended for “manufacturing, industrial control or enterprise applications.” “We see great potential in the US Cyber Trust Mark Program,” said Michael Dolan, senior director and head of enterprise privacy and data protection at Best Buy, in the press release. “It is a positive step forward for consumers and we are excited about the opportunity to highlight this program for our customers.” The news comes as cyberattacks are increasingly plaguing companies and governments worldwide. In 2024, the Justice Department disrupted a cyberattack that had targeted consumer routers and connected cameras. SEE: Cybersecurity professionals struggle …