Security by Design
Matter embeds security and trust into every device and interaction through authenticated onboarding, encrypted communication, and standardized security mechanisms that protect data and ensure device authenticity.
Matter’s security model is not a feature; it is foundational.
Every certified device includes a cryptographic identity:
- Verifies device authenticity during commissioning
- Prevents counterfeit or unauthorized devices from joining the network
- Anchored in a global PKI managed by the Alliance
- All Matter communication is encrypted
- Uses modern cryptographic standards (CASE sessions)
- Protects data both in transit and at rest
- Secure onboarding using QR codes, NFC, or BLE
- Ensures only authorized controllers can add devices
- Required support for firmware updates
- Ensures long-term patching and vulnerability management