Nest T-stats being compermized

[ga1279]

Heard a good one the other day except it wasn't a joke. These new thermostats that are wi-fi capable are being hacked in large commercial buildings. I didn't know these stats were being used in large buildings. Other than causing some discomfort issues what could someone do. It can't do anything to the main central plant.

[ControlsInMT]

Depends on where they are located and what they control. Turning the heat up in the wrong location can cripple computer systems. Anyone one growing pot and someone cranks the setting down might lose their "cash crop".

[BaldLoonie]

Can't image them being used for anything commercial expect maybe a WSHP.

[Brent Ridley]

I know with the Honeywell style, you can view/alter the schedule.

Someone could see when the employees come and go each day then plan their break in accordingly.

Scary.

[northeastnewbie]

How can stat security be compromised.

[Brent Ridley]

How can stat security be compromised.

If the stat is wifi capable for remote access.

[Pete838]

The Honeywell units I've worked on have to be controlled through the gateway by the Honeywell website. You would need login credentials not unlike logging in to this site or your bank account.