- Jun 6, 2017
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I have an Amazon Firestick which I use to stream TV using legitimate apps such as iPlayer etc on home WiFi.
However, I am aware that it is possible to allow the installation of Apps from outside the Amazon App store which can show pirated content. How much of a security risk does this represent ? Would it be such a risk if the Firestick is connected to a guest network ?
I don't do this myself- but I know someone who does and I keep telling him its a risk. However, he says that because any malware would be confined to the firestick and it runs on a guest network there is little risk. He has a point, but I am not so sure.
However, I am aware that it is possible to allow the installation of Apps from outside the Amazon App store which can show pirated content. How much of a security risk does this represent ? Would it be such a risk if the Firestick is connected to a guest network ?
I don't do this myself- but I know someone who does and I keep telling him its a risk. However, he says that because any malware would be confined to the firestick and it runs on a guest network there is little risk. He has a point, but I am not so sure.