Security Boulevard

MARCH 18, 2021

From smart homes that enable you to control your thermostat from a distance to sensors on oil rigs that help predict maintenance to autonomous vehicles to GPS sensors implanted in the horns of endangered black rhinos , the internet of things is all around you. A Safer Internet of Things. Source: DZone’s Edge Computing and IoT, 2020 .

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

These are not uncommon risks. The devices themselves can’t be secured, but that doesn’t mean we can’t use basic IT techniques to reduce our security risks. Industries with very expensive operational technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) devices, such as healthcare or industrial manufacturing, can be especially vulnerable.

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Spinone

MARCH 17, 2018

The Internet of Things (IoT) is a term used to describe the network of interconnected electronic devices with “smart” technology. billion “things” connected to the Internet , a 30% increase from 2015. Millions of smart TVs are at risk of click fraud, botnets, data theft, and ransomware.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Since it was introduced two years ago, Matter has been embraced by some 400 manufacturers of IoT devices and close to one million Matter certificates have been issued, Nelson told me. DigiCert’s clients and prospects are steadily modernizing the way digital connections get authenticated and sensitive assets get encrypted, Trzupek told me. “In

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 13, 2023

could put operational technology (OT) infrastructure at risk of attacks, such as remote code execution (RCE) and denial of service (DoS).” Exploiting the vulnerabilities requires user authentication as well as bypassing the Data Execution Prevention (DEP) and Address Space Layout Randomization (ASLR) used by both the PLCs.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 17, 2023

We’ve come to rely on PKI to validate and authenticate all connections on websites and mobile apps – as well as all of the internal IT activity, company-to-company, that supports the digital services we now take for granted. The reduced risk of a major outage caused by an expiring digital certificate alone should grab attention.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 5, 2023

A series of vulnerabilities in multiple smart devices manufactured by Nexx can be exploited to remotely open garage doors, and take control of alarms and plugs. Improper Authentication Validation CWE-287 ( CVE-2023–1752 , CVSS3.0: Authorization Bypass Through User-Controlled Key CWE-639 ( CVE-2023–1749 , CVSS3.0:

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 13, 2019

Security expert discovered multiple flaws in 4G routers manufactured by several companies, some of them could allow attackers to take over the devices. G Richter, a security researcher at Pen Test Partners discovered multiple vulnerabilities 4G routers manufactured by different vendors. ” states the post published by the experts.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 30, 2022

Besides all the benefits IoMT devices provide, they have also introduced new risks to healthcare organizations that haven’t previously been a security priority. These new risks have created a dangerous security gap—new technology is introducing new risks and a larger attack surface. Hackable pacemakers.

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Hacker Combat

APRIL 1, 2022

A feature adopted by a large number of manufacturers in the recent past is the addition of the internet and related features to their units. Many manufacturers, however, have incorporated internet connectivity and other capabilities into their UPS equipment in recent years to enable remote monitoring and management.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

The European Union is poised to place more demands on manufacturers to design greater security into their wireless and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Manufacturers will be required to adhere to the new cybersecurity safeguards when designing and producing these products. percent over the same period in 2020, with 313.2

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

.” Internet of Things. Agriculture may not be the first industry you associate with cybersecurity problems, but we all need to aware of the risks created by connecting this ancient part of our food supply chain to the Internet. Use multi-factor authentication with strong pass phrases where possible.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 22, 2021

billion Internet of Things (IoT) devices. While SP 800-213 applies to federal agencies, the latter three are specific to IoT manufacturers. Guidance for Manufacturers. A universe of devices and technology has fallen into our laps at a speed that organizations struggle to manage effectively. In 2019, there were an estimated 9.9

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 2, 2021

Unfortunately, the risk for the people associated with these operations is high due to the confusion on the part of homeowners or responding officers. The FBI is working with private sector partners who manufacture smart devices to advise customers about the scheme and how to avoid being victimized. team to a specific location.

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Security Affairs

JULY 3, 2023

Researchers reported that there are 490,000 Fortinet firewalls exposing SSL VPN interfaces on the internet, and roughly 69% of them are still vulnerable to CVE-2023-27997. If the customer is not operating SSL-VPN the risk of this issue is mitigated – however, Fortinet still recommends upgrading.”

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SecureList

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Toy manufacturers are striving to keep up with these trends, releasing more and more models that can also be called “smart.” ” For instance, educational robots that connect to the internet and support video calls. Toy The robot connects to a home Wi-Fi network and interacts with the application through the internet.

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Security Affairs

JULY 20, 2022

” The MiCODUS MV720 GPS Tracker is a popular vehicle GPS tracker manufactured in China, which is used by consumers for theft protection and location management, and by organizations for vehicle fleet management. The analysis of the sector usage on a global scale revealed significant differences by continent in the typical user profile.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JULY 20, 2023

Once connected to the internet, Smart Devices become vulnerable to cyber-attacks. A North American Casino managed one of its fish tanks using an internet-connected Smart Thermostat to control water temperature, saline levels, and feedings. Hackers only need one loophole to break into a network.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Implement write once, read many detailed logging to avoid the risk of attackers modifying or erasing logs. Implement authentication and authorization controls for all human-to-software and software-to-software interactions regardless of network location. Apply and consult vendor-recommended guidance for security hardening.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

To create strong passwords that are hard to guess, combine the two-factor authentication with your password for verification purposes. In addition, regularly changing your password and using different passwords for all your online accounts will lower your risk of being compromised. Secure your hardware.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

There are three major threat vectors that harm IoT deployments: Devices are hijacked by malicious software; Data collected and processed in IoT ecosystems is tampered with and impacts the confidentiality, integrity and availability of the information; and, Weak user and device authentication. The truth, however, is far from that.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Even as enterprises across the globe hustle to get their Internet of Things business models up and running, there is a sense of foreboding about a rising wave of IoT-related security exposures. We live in a world where we have nearly three Internet-connected devices for every human on the planet.

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 13, 2022

“InfraGard connects critical infrastructure owners, operators, and stakeholders with the FBI to provide education, networking, and information-sharing on security threats and risks,” the FBI’s InfraGard fact sheet reads. .” “If it was only the phone I will be in [a] bad situation,” USDoD said.

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SC Magazine

APRIL 30, 2021

Microsoft researchers have discovered multiple memory allocation and remote code execution vulnerabilities in the operating systems for a wide range of commercial, medical and operational technology Internet of Things devices.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 31, 2021

In our previous blog post , we discussed the challenges for securing IoT deployments, and how businesses and consumers benefit from authenticating and validating IoT software and firmware updates. Requirements also included that the firmware was to be signed by the manufacturer and verified by the pacemaker. Tue, 06/01/2021 - 06:55.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Other companies affected by the leak included screen protectors and phone case manufacturers, such as Liquipel and Otterbox, which used the warranty service. Once the instance is exposed to the internet – without being secured by authentication – it’s accessible to anyone.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 10, 2021

In a recent blog post , the researchers said the bad actors are looking to leverage a path traversal vulnerability that could affect millions of home routers and other Internet of Things (IoT) devices that use the same code base and are manufactured by at least 17 vendors. ” Should Updates Be Automated? ” Multiple Threats.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MARCH 10, 2021

There are so many reasons why manufacturers connect their products to the Internet, whether it’s industrial machines, medical devices, consumer goods or even cars. Additionally, many auto manufacturers now have the ability to remotely update software to fix vulnerabilities or even upgrade functionality. Device Security is Hard.

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Troy Hunt

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

The vulnerability Context Security discovered meant exposing the Wi-Fi credentials of the network the device was attached to, which is significant because it demonstrates that IoT vulnerabilities can put other devices on the network at risk as well. Are these examples actually risks in IoT?

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Going global or even expanding your operations further afield in your geography introduces a host of new digital risks. These risks require proactive and methodical strategizing to overcome if you are to protect your assets, data, and reputation. However, be extra vigilant, as adopting these solutions expands your attack surface.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JUNE 6, 2018

Gartner defines digital risk management as “the integrated management of risks associated with digital business components, such as cloud, mobile, social, big data, third-party technology providers, OT and the IoT.” Best Practices for Digital Risk Management. As Technology Evolves New Vulnerabilities Arise. Regulations.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 1, 2021

28 NSA-CISA document (PDF download) urges buyers to use standards-based VPNs from vendors with a track record of swiftly addressing known vulnerabilities and using strong authentication credentials. Examine whether a product offers strong authentication credentials and protocols by default, as opposed to weak credentials and protocols.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Manufacturing is one of the most attacked industries, facing a range of cybersecurity challenges. To understand why we need this kind of hybrid approach, let us examine the use case of a manufacturing enterprise who put trust inthe added value of the joint Thales and PrimeKey solution. Use case: manufacturing enterprise.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 11, 2023

Biometrics are automated methods used to identify an individual or verify/authenticate an individual's identity based on physiological characteristics and behavioral traits. It can lead to risky online behavior, such as accepting a push notification to authenticate a login that the user didn't initiate. What are biometrics?

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 31, 2021

Many people are in the process of shifting back into office operations while balancing the potential risks and benefits of remote work. Many IT experts are warning that it won’t be long before hackers compromise several unprotected home networks simultaneously to manufacture a forceful and large-scale breach of vital services and systems.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 21, 2018

2018 was the year of the Internet of Things (IoT), massive attacks and various botnets hit smart devices, These are 5 IoT Security Predictions for 2019. We foresee regulations expanding beyond authentication and data privacy, and into more detailed requirements of network security and visibility into device bills of materials.

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Like other ransomware groups, its threat actors use double extortion tactics, predominantly targeting organizations in the US in five critical infrastructure sectors: critical manufacturing, financial services, government facilities, healthcare and public health, and information technology. Mitigating Cuba ransomware attacks.

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