Freelancing in the Age of IoT
Smart devices power modern freelance work — but they also introduce hidden security risks most freelancers overlook.
Smart devices power modern freelance work — but they also introduce hidden security risks most freelancers overlook.
Your home office is smart…
but is it secure?
From smart routers and webcams to voice assistants and printers, connected devices can expose client data if not properly secured.
IoT devices are everywhere
Routers, cameras, speakers, printers
What Is IoT?
Freelancers handle client data
IoT devices can be weak links
Freelancers handle client data
IoT devices can be weak links
Why Freelancers Are at Risk
Why Freelancers Are at Risk
Weak passwords
Outdated firmware
Always-on connections
Weak passwords
Outdated firmware
Always-on connections
How Hackers Exploit IoT
Hackers target IoT
to access your work network
Secure Your Smart Devices
Change default passwords
Update firmware regularly
Network Protection
Use a separate Wi-Fi network
for work devices
Use a separate Wi-Fi network
for work devices
Extra Security Tips
Enable firewalls
Use a VPN
Monitor device access
Smart freelancing starts
with secure devices
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