Major password mistake could leave you vulnerable to bank-robbing criminals, experts warn 6 steps to safety [Video]

SMART home devices may be rapidly transforming how we live, but they come with a new set of security risks, experts warn.

Hackers are increasingly targeting these internet-connected devices to exploit vulnerabilities and gain unauthorized access to steal data.

To help users learn more about this threat (and protect themselves from it), Trevor Cooke, an online privacy expert at EarthWeb, has shared some tips.

There are several areas smart home security can be compromised such as an unsecured network.

Many smart devices rely on your home Wi-Fi network to function.

If this network isn’t properly secured with a strong, unique password and encryption protocols like WPA2, hackers can easily infiltrate it.

Once inside, they can steal sensitive information like login credentials or personal data, potentially leading to identity theft.

Default passwords are another way …