Internet of Things


64 articles

Old devices, new dangers: The risks of unsupported IoT tech

Old devices, new dangers: The risks of unsupported IoT tech

Old devices, new dangers: The risks of unsupported IoT tech

In the digital graveyard, a new threat stirs: Out-of-support devices becoming thralls of malicious actors

Márk Szabó27 Aug 2024


Understanding IoT security risks and how to mitigate them | Unlocked 403 cybersecurity podcast (ep. 4)

Understanding IoT security risks and how to mitigate them | Unlocked 403 cybersecurity podcast (ep. 4)

Understanding IoT security risks and how to mitigate them | Unlocked 403 cybersecurity podcast (ep. 4)

As security challenges loom large on the IoT landscape, how can we effectively counter the risks of integrating our physical and digital worlds?

Editor10 Jul 2024


DEF CON 31: Robot vacuums may be doing more than they claim

DEF CON 31: Robot vacuums may be doing more than they claim

DEF CON 31: Robot vacuums may be doing more than they claim

When it comes to privacy, it remains complicated and near impossible for a consumer to make an informed decision.

Tony Anscombe16 Aug 2023


Gathering dust and data: How robotic vacuums can spy on you

Gathering dust and data: How robotic vacuums can spy on you

Gathering dust and data: How robotic vacuums can spy on you

Mitigate the risk of data leaks with a careful review of the product and the proper settings.

Roman Cuprik26 Jul 2023


Hear no evil: Ultrasound attacks on voice assistants

Hear no evil: Ultrasound attacks on voice assistants

Hear no evil: Ultrasound attacks on voice assistants

How your voice assistant could do the bidding of a hacker – without you ever hearing a thing

Márk Szabó07 Jun 2023


Hacking baby monitors can be child’s play: Here’s how to stay safe

Hacking baby monitors can be child’s play: Here’s how to stay safe

Hacking baby monitors can be child’s play: Here’s how to stay safe

Make sure that the device that’s supposed to help you keep tabs on your little one isn’t itself a privacy and security risk

Phil Muncaster07 Nov 2022


8 questions to ask yourself before getting a home security camera

8 questions to ask yourself before getting a home security camera

8 questions to ask yourself before getting a home security camera

As each new smart home device may pose a privacy and security risk, do you know what to look out for before inviting a security camera into your home?

Phil Muncaster03 Oct 2022


Toys behaving badly: How parents can protect their family from IoT threats

Toys behaving badly: How parents can protect their family from IoT threats

Toys behaving badly: How parents can protect their family from IoT threats

It pays to do some research before taking a leap into the world of internet-connected toys

Phil Muncaster08 Sep 2022


Every breath you take, every move you make: Do fitness trackers pose privacy risks?

Every breath you take, every move you make: Do fitness trackers pose privacy risks?

Every breath you take, every move you make: Do fitness trackers pose privacy risks?

Should you beware of wearables? Here’s what you should know about the potential security and privacy risks of your smartwatch or fitness tracker.

Phil Muncaster26 Jan 2022