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A vulnerability in ESPHome allows attackers to flash their own firmware, among other things. Updated software corrects this.

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If you’re ready to outfit your home with the best wireless security system, you’re in the right place. This guide will explain everything you need to know.

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Benjamin Jankowski, a resident of Chicago, Illinois, is taking Home Depot to court after spotting the hardware store's self-checkout kiosks using facial recognition without customers' consent.

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