The IoT-enabled cat flap means security gives ‘paws’ for thought
A UK-based smart pet products company knows that when it comes to keeping customer data safe, it doesn’t have the luxury of nine lives.
The basic insecurity of many so-called ‘smart’ devices is only now becoming clear as the Internet of Things (IoT) gathers pace. From interactive teddy bears to connected televisions, it seems that many manufacturers are taking short cuts or overlooking security entirely in the rush to get new gadgets to market. Read more…