The Biggest New Threat to Smart Homes Is AI Promptware. My Tips Help Stop It

I enjoy plenty of the latest smart home gadgets, including the new AI capabilities that can save time in practical ways. But while smart homes have created effective defenses against old hacking attempts, all these new features created a new vulnerability too. It's called promptware or prompt injections, and it can infect any device connected to AI controls.

Promptware is a cybercrime that plants malicious commands where AI like Gemini, Claude or even Alexa Plus will "see" them and automatically obey -- to potentially disastrous results. That could include controlling the heating, lights or even unlocking locks in your home.

Experts are still learning what dangers promptware presents to LLM-style AI and the many places it can hide. Meanwhile, there are steps you can take to help stay safe and alert.

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