Check Point Software found a security flaw in LG’s SmartThinQ range of smart home appliances. LG’s Hom-Bot vacuum vacuum cleaner was hacked by Check Point researchers. LG says it fixed the vulnerability on Sept. 29. LG launched a security program with Check Point earlier this year designed to find security issues within its IoT products. LG: Strengthening our software security system is a top priority at LG and partnering with cybersecurity experts such as Check Point will be part of our strategy.”]
Source: https://www.cuinfosecurity.com/iot-security-fail-hacked-vacuum-cleaner-becomes-spy-cam-a-10414