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School Vape Detectors Hacked into Covert Surveillance Devices, Teen Researchers Reveal

School Vape Detectors Hacked into Covert Surveillance Devices, Teen Researchers Reveal

Security researchers, including a teenage hacker, discovered critical vulnerabilities in Motorola's Halo 3C 'smart' vape detectors used in schools and public housing. The flaws allow attackers to hijack the devices for real-time audio eavesdropping, fake alerts, and disabling safety features, raising alarming surveillance concerns.
KeySmart SmartLock: A Luggage Tracker That Doubles as Robust Security

KeySmart SmartLock: A Luggage Tracker That Doubles as Robust Security

ZDNET's review reveals a TSA-compliant padlock with integrated Apple Find My tracking, offering travelers a unified solution to prevent theft and loss. While its physical build resists opportunistic attacks, the device highlights evolving IoT security trends—though Android users remain excluded from its ecosystem.