JAKARTA - Smart home devices (smart homes) such as sound assistants, kitchen robots, and smart lights are now increasingly commonly used by the public, to facilitate daily work.
But unfortunately, global cybersecurity firm Kaspersky sees this convenience coming at a security risk. Being connected to the internet and user accounts, smart devices are prone to being hacked, such as the dust suction case used to spy on their owners.
Although attacks like this are not common, it is important for users to apply basic protection measures so that the device remains safe and personal data is not misused.
Here are five Kaspersky tips to prevent hacking of your smart home device:
Secure the Wi-Fi network. It is highly recommended to convert the built-in system password of many Wi-Fi routers to more complex and secure passwords. Here are some tips on how to make a stronger password.
Monitor your network regularly. Beware of suspicious activity on your local network or consider using a dedicated monitoring tool such as Kaspersky Wi-Fi Security Check, which will notify you if the Wi-Fi security settings are weak or if there is an open port that allows unauthorized access to Wi-Fi devices.
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Track device activity. Unusual device behavior may be a signal that someone has access to the device. If you look at suspicious activity, it is recommended to change the account password (if you log in to the device) and check your local network traffic.
Review settings regularly. A little better. Disable unnecessary features or services on devices that can endanger your privacy or security. For example, you can disable access to the device's camera and microphone if you're not using these functions.
Make rational choices. The prospect of using a smart device as much as possible does seem very tempting, but remember that every new device increases the potential risk to your security, so choose carefully and select a manufacturer who responsibly applies the Secure by Design concept.
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