The UK has implemented a new law that bans default passwords on smart devices starting April 2024. This law aims to protect consumers from cyber attacks by requiring manufacturers to comply with the legislation and provide ongoing protection against cyber attacks. The law covers a wide range of smart devices, including smart speakers, smart TVs, streaming devices, smart doorbells, wearable fitness trackers, and smart domestic appliances. The UK is known for its forward-leaning approach to cybersecurity and this law is another step towards ensuring the security of IoT devices. Article: New U.K. Law Bans Default Passwords on Smart Devices Starting April 2024 https://thehackernews.com/2024/04/new-uk-law-bans-default-passwords-on.html?m=1&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3TS5rCKG_cuLPh7xHzwV2ex-xyhYjdBr_6ohH1MYUTCrtiMk64psbx0ew_aem_AWHg7bfWjjR6_yMkHA00WtLfPr9mb3gZPfZcm_Ps1T4ELlB4CO_8dD3xjA9TaXe7IrSJy6k3ncLHuz9sEyImY-_2 Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Socials: Website - https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/ Audio - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/id1542479181 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theothersideofthefirewall7511 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556539026086 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theothersideofthefw X (Twitter) - https://twitter.com/Ask_a_CISSP TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ryanwilliams683 Medium - https://medium.com/@ryanwilliamssenior Subscribe to LinkedIn Newsletter - https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7172626552545865728 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/ Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, and Threads - @ryrysecurityguy  Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisabacon/ Daniel on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-acevedo-3a8b641b/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Schedule 01:29 UK Implements Law Banning Default Passwords on Smart Devices #cybersecurity #iotsecurity #defaultpasswords