Ασφάλεια και προστασία της ιδιωτικότητας σε έξυπνα σπίτια

Ντόλος, Δονάτος

Smart home security and privacy

Master Thesis

Author

Ντόλος, Δονάτος

Date

2026-02

Abstract

This study examines security and privacy in smart homes, a rapidly evolving technological ecosystem that integrates a variety of devices and services. The aim is to investigate the technical, organizational, and social factors that affect the security of smart homes, identify vulnerabilities at the device and network level, and understand users' perceptions, concerns, and expectations regarding their privacy. The study takes a bibliographic approach, drawing on published research, quantitative and qualitative studies, technical analyses, and case studies from the fields of cybersecurity and human-technology interaction. The review was organized thematically: weaknesses of devices and communication protocols, categories of attacks, defense approaches (IDS/IPS, cryptography, AI/ML), as well as research data on user behaviors and attitudes. The findings show that smart homes have significant technical vulnerabilities related to hardware, software, and communication protocols. At the same time, it is evident that users are often not fully aware of the risks, resulting in security fatigue and risky behavior. Analysis of defense mechanisms shows that energy and computational constraints affect the effectiveness of security solutions. In addition, user studies confirm high levels of concern about surveillance, data leaks, and loss of control. Security in smart homes requires a holistic approach that combines secure design, reliable protocols, advanced threat detection mechanisms, and user empowerment through transparent and understandable data management. The integration of secure-by-design and privacy-by-design principles is a critical prerequisite for building trust and ensuring the sustainable use of smart home technologies.

Postgraduate Studies Programme

Κυβερνοασφάλεια και Τεχνολογίες Τεχνητής Νοημοσύνης / MSc Cybersecurity & AI Technologies

Department

Σχολή Τεχνολογιών Πληροφορικής και Επικοινωνιών. Τμήμα Ψηφιακών Συστημάτων

Number of pages

124

Language

Greek

URI

https://dione.lib.unipi.gr/xmlui/handle/unipi/18954

Collections

Τμήμα Ψηφιακών Συστημάτων

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