New research reveals alarming security flaws in smart home devices

TLDR:

• NETGEAR and Bitdefender released a report on critical cybersecurity vulnerabilities in smart home devices.
• The report identifies smart TVs, networking devices, surveillance systems, and smart plugs as the most vulnerable devices.

NETGEAR and cybersecurity firm Bitdefender have collaborated on a new report highlighting the critical cybersecurity vulnerabilities present in smart home devices. The report, titled the 2024 IoT Security Landscape Report, was the result of an investigation of 50 million IoT devices globally. It revealed that smart TVs, networking devices, surveillance systems, and smart plugs are among the most vulnerable devices. The report also emphasized the need for manufacturers to prioritize security in their devices to prevent potential cyberattacks. It recommended practices such as keeping devices updated, isolating smart devices on separate networks, and using networking equipment with built-in security features to mitigate security risks.