Report: Connected TVs, fridge launch cyberattack

An Internet-security firm has discovered what they are calling a global cyberattack launched from more than 100,000 everyday consumer gadgets such as home-networking routers, televisions and at least one "smart" refrigerator.
Background:
Connected TVs, fridge help launch global cyberattack [CNN]
Smart refrigerators and TVs hacked to send out spam, according to a new report [NBC]