# Can a hacker really do anything with your IP address?

- Source: Engadget - Technology News & Expert Reviews
- Published: 2026-11-08T13:45:00+00:00
- Category: Tech
- Original: https://www.engadget.com/2306218/can-hackers-do-anything-with-ip-address/
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/can-a-hacker-really-do-anything-with-your-ip-address-4cf839/

Your IP address won't give a hacker your passwords, yet it can point attackers to your home network. Here's what IPv6 changes and how to stay protected.

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