Research suggests that smart buildings are vulnerable to hackers
According to research by cyber security firm ForeScout, Internet of Things (IoT) devices within smart buildings are regularly unsecured from hackers.
ForeScout reportedly discovered thousands of vulnerable devices using search engines Shodan and Cenys, many of which were located in hospitals and schools.
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems were among those that the team believes it could have taken control over after it developed its own proof-of-concept malware.
Physical access control systems, which prohibit non-authorised personnel from accessing restricted areas in hospitals and airports, were also found to be vulnerable.
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