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Attack Surface of Smart Homes The attack surface of a smart home encompasses all the possible points where an unauthorized user might gain access to the system and extract data or compromise its functionality. Understanding this surface is crucial for…

Smart homes are residences instrumented with networked sensors, actuators and services that enable automated or remote control of environmental, security and entertainment functions. In practice a smart home ecosystem combines: edge devices (thermostats, cameras, smart locks, bulbs, motion/door/window sensors, appliances),…

Foundations of Smart Home Ecosystems The concept of a “smart home” has evolved significantly from its rudimentary beginnings. Early iterations, dating back to the mid-20th century, involved simple radio-controlled appliances. These were novelties, far removed from the sophisticated, interconnected systems…