Cyber-Bob’s Daily Cyber Safety Tip — #113
“Old devices need updates too — or they turn into security sieves.”
We tend to update our computers and phones…
…but the forgotten little gadgets around the house?
Those are the real troublemakers.
I’m talking about:
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Smart TVs
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Streaming boxes (Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV)
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Smart plugs and bulbs
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Security cameras
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Smart speakers
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Old tablets you still use “just for Netflix”
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Even your Wi-Fi printer
If they’re connected to the internet, they’re potential back doors.
Why this matters
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Out-of-date devices are the easiest targets for hackers.
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Criminals scan the internet for gadgets running old firmware.
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Some devices don’t auto-update — you must check manually.
Cyber-Bob’s simple fix
👉 Once a month, check your smart devices for firmware updates.
It takes five minutes and closes security holes you didn’t even know were there.
Cyber-Bob’s Bottom Line:
“If it connects to Wi-Fi, it needs an update — even if it only controls your living-room lamp.” 💡🤖
ChatGPT was used to help create this.
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