Security News > 2020 > May > FTC Settles With Canadian Smart Lock Maker Over Security Practices
The Federal Trade Commission has approved a settlement with Canadian smart lock maker Tapplock, which allegedly falsely claimed that its devices were designed to be "Unbreakable."
Toronto-based Tapplock, Inc. is an Internet of Things technology company that provides smart security solutions for both business and end-users alike.
Personal information collected by the Tapplock app includes usernames, email addresses, profile photos, and the smart lock's precise location.
Security researchers have identified both physical and electronic vulnerabilities in Tapplock's devices, allowing easy access to attackers.
The settlement requires Tapplock to implement a security program and prohibits the company from misrepresenting its privacy and security practices.