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Some smart electricity meters are stupid about privacy
Researchers at the University of South Carolina have discovered that some types of electricity meters broadcast unencrypted information that eavesdroppers could use to determine whether a home is occupied or not.
Martyn Williams | 19 Nov | Read more
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Smart meters not so clever about privacy, researchers find
Researchers at the University of South Carolina have discovered that some types of electricity meter are broadcasting unencrypted information that, with the right software, would enable eavesdroppers to determine whether you're at home.
Martyn Williams | 05 Nov | Read more