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Wednesday, July 19, 2017

FBI: Internet-Connected Toys Could Present Privacy and Contact Concerns for Children

(Click on the image for the FBI Alert)
"The FBI encourages consumers to consider cyber security prior to introducing smart, interactive, internet-connected toys into their homes or trusted environments. Smart toys and entertainment devices for children are increasingly incorporating technologies that learn and tailor their behaviors based on user interactions. These toys typically contain sensors, microphones, cameras, data storage components, and other multimedia capabilities – including speech recognition and GPS options. These features could put the privacy and safety of children at risk due to the large amount of personal information that may be unwittingly disclosed."
[See "How a fish tank helped hack a casino"! in The Washington Post]