Your smart refrigerator might be launching cyberattacks right now, and you'd never know it. IoT botnets—armies of compromised connected devices—have evolved from proof-of-concept threats to sophisticated criminal infrastructure responsible for some of the internet's most devastating attacks. In 2026, understanding this threat isn'
Your smart home is only as secure as its weakest connected device. With the average household now containing 22 IoT devices—from smart doorbells to connected refrigerators—the attack surface for cybercriminals has never been larger. This comprehensive security audit checklist will help you identify vulnerabilities and harden your smart
A hobbyist's weekend project exposed a catastrophic authorization failure in DJI's cloud infrastructure — and his refusal to play by the rules may have been the only thing that got it fixed. Sammy Azdoufal wasn't hunting for vulnerabilities. He wasn't running a bug
How school Chromebooks and iPads became one of the most pervasive — and least-discussed — surveillance systems in American life, and what parents, educators, and policymakers are doing about it. When a parent in California discovers that a school IT administrator watched her seventh-grade daughter stream an anime episode at home — and
On Thursday, Amazon's Ring announced it was cancelling its planned integration with Flock Safety, the surveillance technology company whose camera network has been accessed by ICE and other federal agencies. It's a rare privacy victory powered by public pressure—but the larger surveillance infrastructure remains intact.
A crowdfunded IoT device exposes the most intimate data imaginable, revealing everything wrong with consumer neurotechnology security. The Two-Sentence Horror Story Imagine drifting off to sleep wearing a high-tech mask that monitors your brain activity to optimize your rest. Now imagine that a stranger—anyone, anywhere in the world—can
An estimated 60+ million packages arrive at American doorsteps every single day. Over a third of those homes now have a camera pointed at whoever drops them off. Here's what the numbers actually tell us about the largest distributed surveillance network ever built — and who really controls the
Ensuring the safety and security of your home in the face of natural disasters, civil unrest, and other emergencies requires comprehensive planning and preparation. This guide explores various strategies for safeguarding your home, maintaining power, ensuring shelter, storing food, and securing essential supplies like ammunition. Comprehensive Guide to Smart Office
The Landscape of the Average Smart Home User in 2024 Introduction As we step into 2024, the adoption of smart home technology has become more widespread and integrated into the daily lives of consumers. The average smart home user today leverages a myriad of interconnected devices to enhance convenience, security,
To protect smart home IoT devices and manage devices used by children, personal users can implement several strategies. Here are some effective measures: 1. Strong Authentication and Password Management * Use Strong, Unique Passwords: Ensure all IoT devices have strong, unique passwords. Avoid using default credentials. * Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): Where
Introduction In 2024, children are more connected than ever through various online platforms and social media. Protecting their privacy is crucial to safeguard them from potential online threats, data breaches, and exposure to inappropriate content. This tutorial provides practical steps and guidelines to help parents and guardians protect their children&
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The FBI recovered Google Nest footage that shouldn't have existed. Here's what that means for every smart camera owner who thought their data was private. On February 1, 2026, 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie — the mother of NBC's "Today" co-anchor Savannah Guthrie — was abducted
The camera protecting your front porch might be the biggest threat to your privacy inside your home. Here's a number that should keep you up at night: 87% of Americans have no idea how their doorbell camera data is being used. That statistic, from The Zebra's
The convergence of artificial intelligence and IoT exploitation has fundamentally changed the threat landscape. Here's what every IT leader needs to know—and do—right now. In December 2024, a mid-sized healthcare network in the American Midwest discovered that attackers had been inside their infrastructure for seven months.
Your smart camera, doorbell, and baby monitor might be broadcasting to the entire internet right now. Here's why—and exactly how to fix it. Last month, a family in Ohio sat down for dinner when a voice crackled through their baby monitor: "I can see you."
Executive Summary Artificial intelligence has transformed cybersecurity — but not in the way most homeowners hoped. While AI promises better defense, it has first become the ultimate weapon for attackers. AI-driven IoT attacks surged 54% in 2026, with autonomous malware that learns, adapts, and evolves faster than human defenders can respond.
Executive Summary Your home Wi-Fi network is the foundation of your smart home's security — and the weakest link cybercriminals target first. With 71% of IoT devices connecting via Wi-Fi and home networks experiencing an average of 29 attack attempts daily, securing your network is no longer optional. This
Executive Summary The average household now contains 14-22 connected devices, and smart home cyber attacks have surged to an alarming 29 attempts per household daily in 2026. With over 21-24 billion IoT devices deployed globally, cybercriminals have turned residential networks into high-value targets. This comprehensive analysis reveals the seven most
Your home should be your sanctuary—a safe haven from the outside world. But as homes become "smarter," they're also becoming more vulnerable. By 2026, the average American household contains 22 connected devices, from smart speakers and thermostats to security cameras and even refrigerators. Each represents
TL;DR: Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's December 2025 lawsuits against Samsung, Sony, LG, Hisense, and TCL represent the culmination of a decade-long pattern of smart TV manufacturers secretly surveilling viewers. From Vizio's $17 million settlement to Samsung's voice recognition scandal, the smart TV
How the $2 Trillion AI Infrastructure Boom, Federal Surveillance Networks, and Ransomware Attacks on Cities Threaten Your Connected Home Executive Summary You're sitting in your smart home. Your Ring doorbell watches the street. Your Nest thermostat learns your patterns. Your Alexa listens for commands. Your smart TV knows
On July 11, 2025, Google filed a federal lawsuit that sent shockwaves through the smart home industry: over 10 million connected devices—including smart TVs, digital picture frames, streaming boxes, and even vehicle infotainment systems—had been secretly enslaved into the largest botnet of internet-connected devices ever discovered. Welcome to
If you own a smart home device in the European Union, a groundbreaking new regulation just transformed your relationship with the data your devices generate. The EU Data Act, which became applicable on September 12, 2025, represents one of the most significant consumer protection laws in the Internet of Things