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Internet of Things
Sex in the digital era: How secure are smart sex toys?
ESET researchers investigate what could possibly go wrong when you connect your bedroom to the internet of things
Denise Giusto Bilić and Cecilia Pastorino • 11 Mar 2021
How To, Internet of Things
Fifty shades of vulnerable: How to play it safe with your smart sex toy
While you’re living out your fantasies, your internet-enabled sex toy may be setting you up for a privacy nightmare
Denise Giusto Bilić • 12 Feb 2021
Malware
7 ways malware can get into your device
You know that malware is bad, but are you also aware of the various common ways in which it can infiltrate your devices?
Amer Owaida • 23 Dec 2020
Security flaws in smart doorbells may open the door to hackers
The peace of mind that comes with connected home security gear may be false – your smart doorbell may make an inviting target for unwanted visitors
Tomáš Foltýn • 23 Nov 2020
Internet of Things, Business Security
IoT security: Are we finally turning the corner?
Better IoT security and data protection are long overdue. Will they go from an afterthought to everyone's priority any time soon?
Tony Anscombe • 29 Oct 2020
Securing medical devices: Can a hacker break your heart?
Why are connected medical devices vulnerable to attack and how likely are they to get hacked? Here are five digital chinks in the armor.
Cameron Camp • 23 Oct 2020
Warning issued over hackable security cameras
The owners of the vulnerable indoor cameras are advised to unplug the devices immediately
Amer Owaida • 15 Jun 2020
Google adds Nest devices to Advanced Protection Program
You can now shore up your smart home security by leveraging Google's top security offering
Amer Owaida • 02 Jun 2020
These things may be cool, but are they safe?
In the rush to embrace IoT devices, we shouldn’t trade in our privacy and security for the added convenience
Amer Owaida • 20 May 2020