Nowadays, many IoT devices – like smart cameras, watches, and speakers – connect to our phones. While convenient, this also creates security risks.
New malware can spread from an infected phone to other devices on your home network. For example, malware on your phone can infect your smart camera or speaker, giving hackers access to your data or using those devices to launch further attacks.
How to protect yourself:
- Keep all devices updated regularly.
- Use strong, unique passwords for each device.
- Avoid connecting your phone to unknown devices.
- Install security apps that protect against malware.
Connecting phones with IoT devices is useful, but staying vigilant is key to keeping safe.
