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Attacks Escalating Against Linux-Based IoT Devices

eSecurity Planet

Incidents of malware targeting Linux-based Internet of Things (IoT) devices jumped by more than a third in 2021, with three malware families the primary drivers behind the increase. Threats to Open Source, IoT. Also read: Top IoT Security Solutions for 2022. IoT devices pose two fundamental threats,” he said.

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Mozi Botnet is responsible for most of the IoT Traffic

Security Affairs

The Mozi botnet accounted for 90% of the IoT network traffic observed between October 2019 and June 2020, IBM reported. Mozi is an IoT botnet that borrows the code from Mirai variants and the Gafgyt malware , it appeared on the threat landscape in late 2019. ” reads the report published by IBM. ” continues the analysis.

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March to 5G could pile on heavier security burden for IoT device manufacturers

SC Magazine

As the Department of Defense works on standards to dictate 5G rollout, security requirements may be too much for IoT manufacturers. Of course, many security hurdles for IoT device manufacturers are not specific to 5G. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Perry Aston). Will the VC let them do that?”

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Mirai-based DDoS botnet IZ1H9 added 13 payloads to target routers

Security Affairs

” The malicious payloads added to this variant target D-Link devices, Netis wireless router, Sunhillo SureLine, Geutebruck IP camera, Yealink Device Management, Zyxel devices, TP-Link Archer, Korenix Jetwave, and TOTOLINK routers. ” reads the analysis published by Fortinet.

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NSA issues cyber warning on 5G Network Slicing

CyberSecurity Insiders

The cyber alert was issued to companies involved in the business of offering applications and services related to the high-speed wireless internet broadband services. National Security Agency (NSA) has issued a report that has outlined cybersecurity threats related to 5G Network Slicing.

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Adoption of Secure Cloud Services in Critical Infrastructure

CyberSecurity Insiders

What further compounds an already complex architectural and security landscape is the fact that critical infrastructure industries in various countries tend to be either partially or fully government controlled; with many providing “essential services” such as Healthcare, Water, Power, Emergency Services and Food production.

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7 Types of Penetration Testing: Guide to Pentest Methods & Types

eSecurity Planet

This will not only help better test the architectures that need to be prioritized, but it will provide all sides with a clear understanding of what is being tested and how it will be tested. Wireless networks and websites Companies rely on wireless networks to connect endpoints , IoT devices and more.