Millions of Apple Airplay-Enabled Devices Can Be Hacked via Wi-Fi (4 minute read)
Researchers have discovered “AirBorne” security flaws in Apple’s AirPlay protocol that allow hackers on the same Wi-Fi network to hijack AirPlay-enabled devices. While Apple has patched vulnerabilities in its products, millions of third-party devices remain at risk, potentially creating persistent network access points for attackers.
Is Lumin safe or maybe this only applies to WiFi airplay devices?
According to the document you linked, a hacker already needs to be on the same network as a vulnerable device. Do you harbor many hackers on your private network or is your Lumin product exposed to the internet?
Just to keep things in perspective: Security issues should be taken seriously and addressed in a timely manner. A first step though should be an assessment of the risk. And so it seems that there is no immediate risk for secure(d) home networks – but AirPlay devices should not be used in public networks (or not be brought back into a secured network after exposure).
Noted.
Lumin models do not store your personal data (other than streaming service account access), and do not have a microphone. So the potential risk is quite limited.
Mmm, I think we might be safe then.
For newer Lumin models, we now have integrated a new AirPlay2 SDK to address this. Users really concerned about this may contact me, or wait for the firmware release next month.
More importantly, those users with Mac OS and iOS devices should update these devices first, as these are far more significant in terms of the vulnerability.
(Older models used a totally different SDK so this is not applicable at all.)