The term covers everything from household appliances to widgets in power plants and everything in between. The 'internet of things' refers to devices that are hooked up to the internet to allow live streams of data to be monitored. LONDON - Hackers are increasingly targeting 'internet of things' devices to access corporate systems - everything from CCTV cameras to air-conditioning units. In one incident, a casino was hacked through the thermometer in its lobby aquarium.įormer GCHQ director calls for laws on minimum security standards for 'internet of things' devices. (Photo by )ĭarktrace CEO: Hackers are increasingly targeting unprotected 'internet of things' devices such as air condition systems and CCTV to get into corporate networks. Pacific Sea nettle jellyfish are displayed at the Shark Reef Aquarium at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino on Octoin Las Vegas Nevada.