The fact that your voice assistant knows so much about you makes it a target for cyber criminals.
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How to protect your smart home from digital attacks

Raphael Knecht
4.9.2020
Translation: Patrik Stainbrook

Clever gadgets and automated routines will make your home smarter. Everything is connected and runs over the Internet. Exactly this capability makes smart homes particularly vulnerable to intruders. Here's some tips to make their job that much harder.

Customise your voice assistant

Check regularly for updates

Digital devices are insured too

A strong password is key

Using the same e-mail address and password everywhere is easier to remember. It's even easier – for example with routers – to keep the default Wi-Fi password. This makes breaking into them a breeze, however. Follow these points to secure your smart home access:

Wireless isn't always easier

Multiple networks offer more security

Do you know of any other mistakes that should be avoided around a smart home? Or do you know of other security gaps that make a digital home vulnerable? Let me know in the comments. If you don't want to miss any more smart home articles, follow me by clicking the «Follow author» button on the author profile.

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When I'm not stuffing my face with sweets, you'll catch me running around in the gym hall. I’m a passionate floorball player and coach. On rainy days, I tinker with my homebuilt PCs, robots or other gadgets. Music is always my trusted companion. I also enjoy tackling hilly terrain on my road bike and criss-crossing the country on my cross-country skis. 


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