Sept. 29, 2020 - The Information Security team at CSUCI invites you to join National Cybersecurity Awareness Month this October by taking steps to secure your smart home.
When purchasing a smart device, you should always prioritize security and privacy. Take these steps to ensure you are making the safest "smart home" purchase possible:
- Start by doing your research before buying a smart device.
- Change the default usernames and passwords on new devices. Leaving the default settings can make you an easy target for hackers. Enable Multi-Factor Authentication to add a second layer of defense.
- Put your Internet of Things (IoT) devices on your guest network. If the smart device is on your guest network and is compromised, you can limit that attack vector from your main network.
- Keep your software up to date. Make sure you have the latest updates and patches to improve performance and security. https://www.csuci.edu/its/security/ #BeCyberSmart
For more information or questions about Information Security, contact CSUCI's Information Security Team at infosec@csuci.edu.