IoT devices are often shipped with default passwords, which are easily discoverable and widely known.
Many users fail to change these default credentials, leaving the devices vulnerable to unauthorized access.
This issue is one of the most common vulnerabilities associated with IoT devices connected directly to the internet. Attackers can exploit these default passwords to gain control over the devices, potentially leading to a range of malicious activities, including the recruitment of the devices into botnets for Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, data breaches, or other cybercriminal activities.