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Blood fridges hacked, raising smart device security fears
Original: Oh dear, this is why you don't make everything internet connected. https://www. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c8vgxy vz6y9ro B
Refrigerators used to store blood supplies have reportedly been hacked, according to a BBC News article being widely shared. Commenters are pointing to the incident as proof of the risks of connecting everyday and critical equipment to the internet, warning that poorly secured smart devices in hospitals and other vital services can become targets for attackers.
Why now: The hacking of critical medical refrigeration equipment highlights growing concern about vulnerabilities in internet-connected devices.
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