{"id":130408,"date":"2021-10-14T06:35:40","date_gmt":"2021-10-14T13:35:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/?p=130408"},"modified":"2025-05-25T21:05:24","modified_gmt":"2025-05-26T04:05:24","slug":"how-to-secure-all-your-everyday-connected-devices","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/mobile-security\/how-to-secure-all-your-everyday-connected-devices\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Secure All Your Everyday Connected Devices"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Take a roll call\u00a0of\u00a0all your devices that connect to the internet. These include the obvious ones \u2013 laptops, tablets, and\u00a0your\u00a0smartphone. But they\u00a0also\u00a0include\u00a0the ones you may not immediately think about, such as\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">routers, smart TVs\u00a0and<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0thermostats<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, virtual assistant technology, and\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">connected fitness watches<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and\u00a0equipment.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Connected Devices to Secure<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Each of these devices is known as an endpoint to you. To a cybercriminal, they\u2019re an entry point into your online information. It\u2019s important to secure every endpoint so that you can confidently go about your day-to-day without worrying about your security. Here\u2019s the definitive device security checklist to get you on your way confidently and safely.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1. Laptops and desktops<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Laptops and desktops are prime entryways into your online life. Think of all the payment information, passwords, and maybe even tax documents you store on it. The best way to protect the contents of your laptops and desktops is to password-protect your computer with strong passwords or passphrases. Here are a few\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/privacy-identity-protection\/strong-password-ideas-to-keep-your-information-safe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">password and passphrase best practices<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Make your password at least 12 characters long<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Choose a unique password that is not shared with any other device or account<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Replace some letters with numbers or symbols<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Use a mix of capital and lowercase letters<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Especially if you work at common spaces like coffee shops, the library, or even your kitchen table, get in the habit of putting your computer to sleep when you step away. Commit the sleep command shortcut to memory to make it less of a hassle. For example, on Mac computers, the keyboard command is command + option + eject, and for Windows, it\u2019s alt + F4.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Speaking of common spaces,\u00a0whenever you log in from a public\u00a0Wi-Fi\u00a0network, always log in with a\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/family-safety\/are-you-still-on-the-fence-about-a-family-vpn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">virtual private network<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> (VPN). A VPN\u00a0scrambles your data, making it indecipherable to any malicious characters who may be lurking on public networks.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/internet-security\/authentication-methods-101\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Multifactor authentication<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0is another way to protect your valuable devices and accounts.\u00a0This means that\u00a0anyone trying to log in on your device needs to provide at least two forms of identification. Forms of ID could include a text message with a one-time code\u00a0or a\u00a0fingerprint or face scan\u00a0in addition to a correct password.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2. Smartphones and Tablets<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These two devices are grouped because the security features on them are similar.\u00a0Just like with computers, put your device to sleep every time you walk away from it.\u00a0It\u2019s much easier and may already be in your routine to hit the\u00a0sleep\u00a0button\u00a0when you put\u00a0down\u00a0your cellphone or tablet.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Always put a passcode on your smartphones and tablets. Choose a collection of numbers that do not have an obvious connection to you, such as important birthdays or parts of your phone number. Even if they\u2019re a random assortment, you\u2019ll get the hang of them quickly. Or to make sure only you can enter your phone, set up a facial or fingerprint ID scan. People have several passwords and account combinations they have to remember. To take the guesswork and trial and error of logging in, consider trusting your passwords to a\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/privacy-identity-protection\/why-do-i-need-a-password-manager\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">password manager<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0that can remember them for you!\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A great mobile phone and tablet habit you should adopt is backing up your files regularly to the cloud. In the event that you\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/privacy-identity-protection\/coachella-phone-theives\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">lose your device or if someone steals it<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, at least it&#8217;s valuable \u2014 and in some cases, priceless \u2014 content is safe. You may be able to remotely \u201cbrick\u201d your device to keep a stranger from breaking into your accounts. Bricking a device means remotely wiping a connected device and rendering it unusable.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">3. Router<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Your router is the gateway to all the\u00a0connected devices in your home; thus, it\u2019s key to\u00a0beef up its security.\u00a0The best way to do so is to make sure that you customize the router name and password to make it different from the factory settings.\u00a0Always password-protect your home router!\u00a0Employing\u00a0password best\u00a0practices\u00a0you use for your online accounts and your devices\u00a0will prevent strangers from hopping onto your network.\u00a0Another way to keep your\u00a0Wi-Fi\u00a0network out of the hands of strangers is to toggle on the setting to not appear to non-users. While\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0fun seeing the quirky names your neighbors choose for their home networks, it\u2019s best\u00a0to keep yours completely private.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">4. Virtual Assistant Technology and Smart Home Devices<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There have been some unsettling reports about cybercriminals commandeering\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/tips-tricks\/how-to-secure-your-smart-home-a-step-by-step-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">smart home devices and virtual assistant technology<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0For example, a\u00a0cybercriminal\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.businessinsider.com\/hacker-breaks-into-smart-home-google-nest-devices-terrorizes-couple-2019-9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">hacked a homeowner\u2019s\u00a0virtual assistant<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and blasted music through the home\u2019s speakers, and turn the heat up to 90 degrees. The key to securing the connected devices that are responsible for your heating and cooling, shopping lists, and even your home security system is to ensure it is connected to a secure router and protected by a strong password.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Also, keep an eye on software updates, which include security upgrades. If you don\u2019t think you have time to manually update software, set up your devices to automatically update. This will give you peace of mind knowing that you have the latest security patches and bug fixes as soon as they are available.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/blogs\/family-safety\/can-your-wearable-health-monitors-be-compromised\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">IoT fitness watches<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and machines are fun additions to your workout routines.\u00a0In the case of\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Peloton bikes<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, they track your heartbeat and location and offer a huge library of classes. However, cybercriminals may be able to track your workouts if they break their way into your fitness devices.\u00a0The best way to keep your workouts private is to turn off geolocation and make sure you are up to date with all software releases\u00a0and protect your accounts with strong passwords.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cover All Your Bases<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you\u2019re looking for a tool to put your mind at ease, consider\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcafee.com\/en-us\/antivirus\/mcafee-total-protection.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">McAfee Total Protection<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0It includes antivirus and safe browsing software plus a secure VPN.\u00a0You can be confident that your personal information is safe, thus allowing you to enjoy the full potential of all your devices.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Take a roll call\u00a0of\u00a0all your devices that connect to the internet. 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