Security and control in a vulnerable ecosystem

The revolution of the Internet of Things (IoT) has connected sensors, cameras, industrial and domestic devices in complex networks that operate 24/7. However, this advancement has brought with it a critical vulnerability: millions of IoT devices operate without encryption, with default configurations, or without regular security updates. In this context, an effective solution is to implement a VPN with a dedicated and static IP address, which allows you to remotely control, secure, and manage the entire network of devices with privacy guarantees and constant accessibility. Why a dedicated IP address in IoT? Unlike a traditional VPN with a dynamic IP address, a static and dedicated IP address ensures that the remote endpoint to which an IoT device or network connects is protected. local:

  1. It will always be the same.
  2. It will not share traffic or reputation with other users.
  3. It will allow fixed IP-based firewall rules.
  4. It facilitates origin authentication for servers receiving data.

This is key for systems that need to maintain a continuous connection or need to accurately identify the source of requests (for example, an IoT weather station that reports every minute).

Practical Uses of VPN with Static IP in IoT

1. Secure Remote Access to Industrial or Agricultural Networks

With a VPN and static IP, you can access devices on a private network without opening ports to the outside world. Example:

  1. Automated greenhouses.
  2. Monitoring water wells in rural areas.
  3. IP cameras in remote installations.

2. Integration with cloud systems

Many IoT services require data to travel to external services (such as AWS IoT Core, Azure IoT Hub). By using a dedicated IP:

  1. You can set whitelists in the cloud firewall.
  2. You avoid blocks for shared IPs that have been penalized.

3. Secure tunnels for IoT private networks

Implement an architecture where all IoT devices communicate exclusively through a centralized VPN tunnel (hub-and-spoke type). This allows:

  1. Avoiding direct exposure to the Internet.
  2. Traffic auditing.
  3. Updating firmware or configurations from a single secure point.

4. Monitoring and Predictive Maintenance

By connecting industrial machinery sensors via VPN, you can collect real-time data to anticipate failures or critical conditions, all without compromising the company\'s internal network.

Real-world examples

  1. Solar energy company: Uses a dedicated IP address so its inverters send data only to its central server via VPN, eliminating the risk of interception or manipulation.
  2. Water treatment plant: Remotely controls connected PLCs and sensors via VPN, accessing them from anywhere with the server\'s static IP address.
  3. Home Automation Startup: Configure your smart home devices to automatically connect to your backend via a static IP address, facilitating troubleshooting and OTA updates.

Technical Considerations

  1. Choose Efficient Protocols: WireGuard or OpenVPN over UDP work well with links Unstable.
  2. Avoid using NAT whenever possible to facilitate real-time network control.
  3. Secure the IoT device itself: VPN alone is not enough if the device has default passwords or outdated firmware.

Why is MOX a solid choice?

At MOX we offer VPNs with static IPs, dedicated and 100% infrastructure-based sovereign, ideal for critical environments such as IoT. We help you:

  1. Configure tunnels for multiple remote devices.
  2. Segment traffic by client, zone, or function.
  3. Securely monitor performance and availability.

Conclusions

In a world where IoT devices are becoming the new entry points to corporate or private networks, We can no longer rely on default connectivity. A dedicated, static IP VPN not only protects, but also enables more robust business models, secure interoperability, and uncompromising remote management. IoT security starts at the communication tunnel. Are you developing or managing an IoT network? Try our dedicated IP VPN from MOX and take your project to the next level: security, stability, and total control. Write to us for a personalized trial.