Keeping your Brinks Security System Network Safe from Hackers

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Research the Device
If you are adding 3rd party smart home devices to your Brinks Security System, be sure to follow standard security protocols and best practices. Invest in quality smart devices that will require password protection, one or two-step authentication and offer frequent over the air firmware and security updates.

Register the Equipment
Be sure to register each device, not only for warranty purposes – but to ensure that you are receiving any firmware updates. Updates will typically include additional features and will also address any known security issues. Brinks Home Security systems have over the air update capabilities.

Pay Attention to Passwords
It is important to change the default passwords. Use a mixture of letters, cases, numbers, and symbols that would be difficult to guess.

Also, unique passwords should be used for each smart device. This prevents a hacker from getting access to all your sensitive accounts if your password for one is compromised.

Create a Secure Wi-Fi Network
To prevent digital intruders from disarming yourBrinks Alarm system, it is very important that you protect your entire home network. Start by changing the name of the network and default password. Select a network name that doesn’t include your address or any personal details.

You can set up a Wi-Fi network specifically for your smart home appliances. This will make it more difficult for hackers to access the network where you do your banking and store your sensitive information.