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by pxmpxm 851 days ago
Security updates for your tv? Exactly what do you think is at risk?
2 comments
HeatrayEnjoyer 848 days ago
An nvidia shield is a networked computer just like any other, with cybersecurity risks and dangers.
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iAMkenough 851 days ago
Everything else on the network my TV is connected to
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purew 851 days ago
Why have the tv connected to internet or your network?

The parent mentioned an Nvidia Shield, I also use the Shield for all streaming needs.

The tv is simply a dumb monitor. The only attack surface would be the single hdmi cable between receiver and tv.

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happymellon 851 days ago
And my shield now displays ads.

Not just ads for TV shows, but the top banner was showing jewelry adverts over Christmas.

If it had been like this at first, I would never have bought it.

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