🧠 Why This Matters:
Smart doorbells, bulbs, plugs, fridges — they’re convenient, but most have poor security.
Recent reports in 2025 show that 74% of smart home devices are vulnerable to attacks like:
Unauthorized access
Botnet recruitment (e.g., Mirai variant resurging)
Listening or spying via cameras and mics
DDoS attacks using your home bandwidth
🛡️ How to Protect Your Smart Home:
✅ Change default usernames/passwords immediately
✅ Keep firmware updated regularly
✅ Isolate IoT devices on a separate Wi-Fi network
✅ Disable unused features (e.g., remote access, microphones)
✅ Avoid cheap, unbranded devices with no update history
🚨 Hot Stat:
A hacked baby monitor in the U.S. was recently found streaming footage to the dark web — and the family had no idea.
Your smart home should be smart about security, too.
