Any IoT type devices should be on their own network where internet access is by whitelist only. They should only have access to what they need to function and nothing more. Ideally, they should all be used with self hosted services so internet access is not needed.
this post was submitted on 14 May 2026
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It's a lot of work, but if you're feeling tired or overhwelmed and thinking negative thoughts about these releases - then don't. It's a good thing.
These are bugs that already exist and, in some cases, are almost certainly being actively exploited by criminals and government-backed organistions both.
Whilst we might ask that some are a little more responsible with their disclosures, overall this is a massive boost to computer security once we get over this hill of information.