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Simple tips
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1. Shake your password protocol
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Change your device's factory security settings from the default password. This is one of the most important steps to take in protecting IoT devices. According to NIST guidelines, you should consider using the longest allowed password or passphrase. Get creative and create a unique password for your IoT devices.
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2. Keep control of your apps
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Many connected devices, toys and devices are supported by a mobile app. The mobile device can be full of apps running in the background or using standard permissions you never realized you had approved - gathering personal information without your knowledge while putting identity and privacy at risk. Check application permissions and learn to say "no" to privilege requests that don't make sense. Download only applications from vendors and trusted sources.
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Protect the WiFi network you use to connect devices to the Internet properly. Consider placing these devices on a separate, dedicated network.
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4. When connecting to devices, protect yourself
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Whether it's your computer, smartphone, gaming device or other network devices, the best defence is to stay on top of everything, keeping security software, web browser and operating systems updated. If you have the option to turn on automatic updates to protect against the latest risks, turn it on.
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