The Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs reported that attackers can use the vulnerability of network devices of the Internet of Things (IoT) of the Smart House for hidden cryptocurrency mining and cyber attacks, including DDOS attacks.

Cyber ​​deles can use the vulnerabilities of the Smart House systems to create botnets – IoT networks infected with malicious software. Devices constantly connected to the network, such as “smart” refrigerators, smart televisors, video cameras, routers, Robots-blasts And even toothbrushes, have sufficient computing power, for example, for hidden Monero production.

Previously about this possibility Reported Avast security experts. They cited data that a botnet-network of 15,000 IoT devices is capable of getting Monero in the amount of about $ 1,000 in four days.

In addition to illegal mining operations, the hacking of the Smart House systems can pursue the purpose of surveillance or preparation for physical robbery. In particular, with the help of connected surveillance cameras, smart toothbrushes or thermal attires, criminals can determine whether the owner of the house is located.

The Ministry of Internal Affairs strongly recommends choosing a “smart home” from trusted market leaders and pay special attention to the configuration of security. In particular, it is necessary to install complex and unique passwords, change the standard network name, as well as regularly track software updates and information about the vulnerabilities of IoT devices.

Hackers have long discovered that it is much easier to compromise a vulnerable IOT device than trying to encourage a potential victim to click on a malicious link or download an infected file.