Smart Home Horror: When IoT Devices Turn Against You
A family learns the hard way why default passwords and unsecured IoT devices can turn their dream smart home into a hacker's playground.
Security Tips
Always change default passwords on IoT devices before connecting them to your network. Consider creating a separate network (VLAN) for smart home devices to isolate them from your main network.
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