Cybersecurity labeling program for smart devices announced
The Biden administration and major consumer tech players are launching an effort to put a nationwide cybersecurity certification program in place.
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The Biden administration and major consumer tech players are launching an effort to put a nationwide cybersecurity certification program in place.
The idea is to help consumers choose smart devices that are less vulnerable to hacking.
This includes appliances like smart TVs, fitness trackers, smart washing machines and heating and AC control systems.
The White House has announced a voluntary labelling programme to help consumers pick out the best smart home devices in terms of security. They will have strong defaults and receive updates.
There’s a handy new label to tell you if your gadget is easy to hack or not.