Internet connected smartwatches for children have been found to contain security vulnerabilities which allow hackers access to track the wearer’s location, eavesdrop on conversations or even communicate with the child user. And with some of these devices, data is transmitted and stored without encryption, says an investigation by the Norwegian Consumer Council (NCC).
Working alongside security firm Mnemonic, the NCC tested several smartwatches for children and found that they contained security flaws and unreliable safety features – including one which could allow an attacker to fake the location of the user – and lacked protection for consumers.