英語学習

英語ニュース教材：Robot vacuum maker Dreame’s smartphone app vulnerable to hacking（Intermediate レベル）

 

Contents

🎧 Audio

📖 Script

The recent discovery of a security flaw in the smartphone app of a major Chinese robot vacuum maker, Dreame, has raised concerns about user data safety. This vulnerability makes it possible for hackers to access sensitive user information, including credentials, if they target the app. The flaw in the app’s security system means that personal data, such as user names, passwords, and possibly even more sensitive information, could be exposed if the app is hacked.

Dreame is a well-known brand in the smart home appliance industry, and its products are used by millions of people worldwide. The company’s robot vacuums are popular for their advanced features and convenience. However, the recent revelation about the app’s vulnerability has put the company under scrutiny. Users are worried that their private information could be at risk, and this has led to calls for immediate action by the company to address the issue.

The security flaw was discovered by a team of cybersecurity experts who have warned that such vulnerabilities are becoming more common as more household devices become connected to the internet. As more appliances are controlled via smartphone apps, the potential for data breaches increases. This incident highlights the importance of robust cybersecurity measures to protect consumer data.

In response to the findings, Dreame has stated that they are working on a fix and will release an update to the app soon. The company has urged users to be cautious and to ensure that they have the latest version of the app installed on their devices. They also recommend that users change their passwords regularly and be vigilant about any suspicious activity.

This incident serves as a reminder of the potential risks associated with the growing trend of smart home technology. As we become more reliant on these devices for convenience, it is crucial to ensure that our personal information is secure.

📝 Vocabulary

  • flaw: a defect or weakness
    例文: “The engineer found a flaw in the design of the bridge.”
    Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
    • critical flaw
    • design flaw
    • minor flaw
    欠陥
  • vulnerable: open to attack or damage
    例文: “The old system was vulnerable to hacking.”
    Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
    • vulnerable to
    • highly vulnerable
    • vulnerable system
    脆弱な
  • credentials: proof of identity or qualifications
    例文: “You need strong credentials to apply for this job.”
    Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
    • login credentials
    • verify credentials
    • user credentials
    資格情報
  • scrutiny: critical observation or examination
    例文: “The project came under scrutiny for its high costs.”
    Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
    • under scrutiny
    • intense scrutiny
    • public scrutiny
    精査
  • breach: a violation or gap in security
    例文: “The security breach was reported to the authorities.”
    Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
    • data breach
    • security breach
    • breach of contract
    侵害

✏️ Grammar Point

Present Perfect Tense – “The recent discovery of a security flaw in the smartphone app of a major Chinese robot vacuum maker, Dreame, has raised concerns about user data safety.”

文法の日本語補足を見る
現在完了形は過去の出来事が現在に影響していることを強調する構文です。

💡 使用場面

現在完了形は、過去の出来事が現在に影響を及ぼしていることを述べる際に使います。ビジネスでは、進捗報告や成果の強調に使われます。

📝 使用例文

“例: In a business meeting, you might say: ‘If we cut costs now, we can increase our profit margin next quarter.’”

❓ Listening Questions

  1. True/False: The security flaw in Dreame’s app allows hackers to access user data.
  2. MCQ: What has Dreame promised to do in response to the security flaw?
    a) Stop selling the app
    b) Release an update to fix the issue
    c) Refund users
    d) Release a new app
  3. MCQ: What do cybersecurity experts warn about?
    a) The high cost of Dreame’s products
    b) The increasing number of connected devices
    c) The lack of smart home technology
    d) The decline in cybersecurity jobs
🔑 Listening Answersを見る
  1. True
  2. b) Release an update to fix the issue
  3. b) The increasing number of connected devices

📚 Reading Questions

  1. What has caused concerns about user data safety in Dreame’s app?
  2. Why do cybersecurity experts say such vulnerabilities are becoming more common?
  3. What does the word “vulnerability” mean in the context of the script?
🔑 Reading Answersを見る
  1. The security flaw in Dreame’s app
  2. Because more household devices are connected to the internet
  3. Open to attack or damage

🇯🇵 日本語での経済ニュース解説

最近、中国の大手ロボット掃除機メーカーDreameのスマートフォンアプリに重大なセキュリティの欠陥が発見され、ユーザーデータの安全性に対する懸念が高まっています。この脆弱性により、ハッカーがユーザーの個人情報、特に資格情報にアクセスする可能性があります。この問題は、インターネットに接続された家庭用デバイスが増えるにつれて、データ侵害のリスクが増大していることを示しています。Dreameは、問題の修正に取り組んでおり、近くアプリの更新を行う予定です。このような事例は、スマートホーム技術の普及に伴う潜在的なリスクを再認識させます。日本においても、同様のセキュリティ対策強化が求められるでしょう。

Source: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08-17/dreame-smartphone-app-vulnerable-to-hacking/105640808

RELATED POST