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No more 12345: devices with weak passwords to be banned in UK
https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2024/apr/29/devices-with-weak-passwords-to-be-banned-ukNo more 12345: devices with weak passwords to be banned in UK
Makers of phones, TVs and smart doorbells legally required to protect devices against access by cybercriminals
Guardian staff and agency
Sun 28 Apr 2024 19.01 EDT
Tech that comes with weak passwords such as “admin” or “12345” will be banned in the UK under new laws dictating that all smart devices must meet minimum security standards.
Measures to protect consumers from hacking and cyber-attacks come into effect on Monday, the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology said.
It means manufacturers of phones, TVs and smart doorbells, among others, are now legally required to protect internet-connected devices against access by cybercriminals, with users prompted to change any common passwords.
Brands have to publish contact details so that bugs and issues can be reported, and must be transparent about timings of security updates.
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Makers of phones, TVs and smart doorbells legally required to protect devices against access by cybercriminals
Guardian staff and agency
Sun 28 Apr 2024 19.01 EDT
Tech that comes with weak passwords such as “admin” or “12345” will be banned in the UK under new laws dictating that all smart devices must meet minimum security standards.
Measures to protect consumers from hacking and cyber-attacks come into effect on Monday, the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology said.
It means manufacturers of phones, TVs and smart doorbells, among others, are now legally required to protect internet-connected devices against access by cybercriminals, with users prompted to change any common passwords.
Brands have to publish contact details so that bugs and issues can be reported, and must be transparent about timings of security updates.
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Harder for the hackers to crack, but somehow the meaning isn't quite the same!
