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The

sex toys

that have WLAN

Internet

is the new target for

cybercriminals

due to the sensitive and intimate information they store.

Manufacturers tend to prioritize its functionality and appearance but in many cases neglect the

computer security

of the device.

Many of them are manufactured in countries that do not meet the same security and privacy standards that prevail in

Europe

and can store data as sensitive as

habits, places, times, images and even conversations.

The main risk is the

vulnerability of its security

and that the devices are exposed to unauthorized access, has observed Ángela García Valdés, a specialist in security technologies and a technician at the National Institute of Cybersecurity (INCIBE).

It has also warned that the information obtained in these types of attacks can be put up for sale on the

"black market"

or be reused to launch other types of attacks.

"The more specific information they have about us, the more credible these attacks will appear and, therefore, the success rate will be higher."

His recommendations:

unique and robust passwords

for these devices, never use public Wi-Fi networks, contrast the seriousness of the manufacturer and its commitment to security and data protection, and above all

"common sense"

and not share anything that could be sensitive or harm if publicly exposed.

García Valdés has recommended that before buying this type of device, an Internet search should be carried out on their vulnerabilities.

In addition, know the

manufacturer's privacy policy

and analyze issues such as the information it collects, what it does with it, if it is shared with third parties or where and for how long the data is stored.

According to the criteria of The Trust Project

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