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IsabellaLiuFirstPaper 3 - 09 May 2025 - Main.IsabellaLiu
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| | | A significant security concern is the widespread use of default passwords in IoT devices. Many users and even administrators neglect to change these default credentials, leaving systems vulnerable to unauthorized access. With respect to Hirsch-made Mesh systems, the same online portal that monitors the access to a given building is also the one that provides information regarding the default login and instruction manual. While the user manual suggests that users ought to change the default password and credentials, there is no instructions provided on how to follow this security step. Thus, a simple Google search will provide not only sophisticated malicious agents but also the average person with the means to break into these “high-tech” security systems. Security researcher Eric Daigle demonstrated how default credentials in internet-connected entry systems could be exploited to gain unauthorized access to multiple apartment buildings within minutes. His findings highlight the ease with which attackers can exploit these vulnerabilities, emphasizing the urgent need for improved security practices.
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< | While the adoption of internet-connected entry systems offers modern conveniences and aligns with contemporary technological trends, it often comes at the expense of privacy and security. The reliance on applications for access, coupled with the prevalence of default passwords, exposes users to significant risks. To mitigate these threats, it is imperative to prioritize security measures, such as changing default credentials, regularly updating device firmware, and being vigilant about the permissions granted to applications. Balancing technological advancement with robust security practices is essential to protect users in the evolving landscape of smart home technologies. | >
> | While the adoption of internet-connected entry systems offers modern conveniences and aligns with contemporary technological trends, it comes at the expense of privacy and security. The reliance on applications for access, coupled with the prevalence of default passwords, exposes users to significant risks. To mitigate these threats, while one can certainly employ robust security measures, it appears that the best solution is to avoid using them altogether. In the vast majority of cases, regular, non-internet-connected entry systems provide adequate security and can accommodate a host of additional mechanisms to increase security. Outside of appearing “more modern,” these smart locks provide little benefit and a myriad of additional complications. | | |
A fine summary of the problem. Why not just onclude the obvious, that network-connected locks are a very bad idea in general, and should almost never be used unless there is no network-detached solution that can meet the basic requirements? There are plenty of ways to use non-attached hardware flexibly and for all sorts of relatively complex access requirements without compromising the lock's security. (I do.) What prevents you from bravely advocating the right solution? |
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