Smart technology has become a staple of modern life. From voice assistants to connected appliances, more homes are being filled with gadgets to make life easier. But they can also make it easier for hackers.
John Joyce from CRS Technology Consultants joined Gulf Coast News to break down the potential security threats that arise in smart homes.
'Smart' has been a tech buzzword for the last few decades. Smart devices have the ability to connect and interact with at least one other device. TVs were probably the first big device to become 'smart.' Today, two-thirds of U.S. households have a smart TV. However, the key to being 'smart' is being able to adapt.
A smart device has three primary abilities: The ability to connect to the internet through a wireless or wired connection, the ability to be programmed by a human, and the ability to be controlled remotely through another device or app.
If you can access the devices remotely, assume a cybercriminal can, too. There was an incident in Cape Coral where a cybercriminal talked to a homeowner through their Ring camera. They said they were watching them for days. But don’t worry about somebody hacking into your coffee maker and boiling you a cup of Joe. Joyce says to be concerned with your privacy and data.
For more information, CRS Technology Consultants has created an online resources page at CRSTC.com .