Researchers from the University of Michigan and Microsoft Research took aim at Samsungs SmartThings. The researchers exploited SmartThings framework design flaws and developed attacks that included stealing door lock PIN codes, changing the lock code, triggering a fake fire alarm and turning off vacation mode. SmartApps are no better than most and require excessive permissions that are not actually required for the app to do its thing. The research paper, Security Analysis of Emerging Smart Home Applications will be presented at the 37th IEEE Symposium on Security later on.”]