The Last Watchdog

MAY 23, 2022

Related: Leveraging PKI to advance electronic signatures. It used to be that trusting the connection between a workstation and a mainframe computer was the main concern. Then the Internet took off and trusting the connection between a user’s device and a web server became of paramount importance. Trust is under siege.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Related: How Multi Party Computation is disrupting encrypti on An accomplished violinist, Einstein, no doubt, appreciated the symmetry of his metaphor. And the risk factors will only rise exponentially as reliance on cloud infrastructure and Internet of Things (IoT) systems accelerates.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 31, 2021

Use cases of secure IoT deployment. 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. Tue, 06/01/2021 - 06:55. Use case 1: Fortune 500 Healthcare Company.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

Intelligent computing systems have been insinuating themselves into our homes and public gathering places for a while now. I’m encouraged that this work should produce a halo effect on other smart systems, ultimately making less-critical Internet of Things systems much more secure, as well. Get ready for smart ground transportation.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MARCH 10, 2021

What’s driving the security of IoT? 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. First off, connected vehicles and IoT devices are highly attractive targets to hackers. Thu, 03/11/2021 - 07:39.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Exposing the Internet of Things (IoT) Universe. Consumer electronics, business, network appliances, and industrial IoT (IIoT) devices are all driving the exponential growth of IoT systems. IoT products are notoriously vulnerable appliances because the build prioritizes ease of use and connectivity.

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Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

MAY 19, 2017

On May 15, 2017, the US Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a new report entitled “ Internet of Things: Status and implications of an increasingly connected world.” Technological Advancements Leading To IoT Surge. The proliferation of Wi-Fi options and Bluetooth creates a more expansive space for IoT to operate.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 20, 2022

The DOJ says RSOCKS initially targeted Internet of Things (IoT) devices such as industrial control systems, time clocks, routers, audio/video streaming devices, and smart garage door openers, though it expanded to targeting additional types of devices including conventional computers.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 5, 2022

Innovations from 5G networks to Internet of Things (IoT) devices are transforming how we connect and assemble data networks, in turn enabling new medical solutions. This category of computing now allows for all kinds of incredible processes, from machine learning to predictive analytics. billion in value by 2025.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

I’ve decided it might be time to consider a letting the Internet of Things (IoT) into my home. Even those on the fence have begun to embrace IoT timepieces and vehicles. If you’ve decided that it’s time to let the IoT into your home, here are some things you should be asking before making a purchase.

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The Security Ledger

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

In this episode of the podcast, #119: Electronic Frontier Foundation General Counsel Kurt Opsahl joins us to talk about the Coders’ Rights Project. Also: we speak with Senthil Ramakrishnan, a lead member of AT&T’s IoT Security group about that company’s plans to work with Ericsson to certify the security of IoT devices.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 13, 2021

Autopsy is its GUI and a digital forensics platform used widely in public and private computer system investigations to boost TSK’s abilities. The Computer-Aided Investigative Environment (CAINE) is an open-source Ubuntu- and Linux-based distribution created by Italian developers for digital forensic purposes.

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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. There are several reasons why the Internet of Things is such a threat to our digital security.

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NopSec

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

Based on current trends, NopSec has released its latest report on the 5 biggest cyber threats we expect to see this year: nation-state cyber attacks, ransomware, DDoS attacks , the Internet of Things, and social engineering & human error. IoT security easily falls under the radar for many users. For a preview, read on.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

Sustes Malware doesn’t infect victims by itself, but it is spread via brute-force activities with special focus on IoT and Linux servers. Sustes Malware doesn’t infect victims by itself (it’s not a worm) but it is spread over the exploitation and brute-force activities with special focus on IoT and Linux servers.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Just this month, according to Bleeping Computer, electronics retail giant MediaMarkt suffered. The post Examples of Large & Small Business Cyber Attacks: Fighting for Survival Against a New Wave of Cyber Criminals appeared first on Allot's Network Security & IoT Blog for CSPs & Enterprises.

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SC Magazine

MAY 1, 2021

He directs the strategic use of information technology for the College-Institute and is responsible for both IT and E-Learning departments for a four campus network of 350+ computers distributed across two countries and 10 time zones. He was previously senior manager at Deloitte, focused on IoT and industrial cybersecurity.

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The Security Ledger

JULY 10, 2018

» Related Stories Episode 100: Estonia’s Former CIO talks about engineering a secure electronic vote Fitness apps: Good for your health, not so much for military security Episode 101: The Dystopian IoT looks a lot like the Printer Ink Aisle and City of Atlanta Employees phished on Rogue Wi-Fi. Read the whole entry. »

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 25, 2020

Center for Internet and Society: bill is worst case encryption assault. Leaders at the Center for Internet and Society , at Stanford University, call this a "Full frontal nuclear assault on encryption in the United States.". Schneier also calls this time the “Golden Age of Surveillance.”

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Herjavec Group

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

“Long-distance teleportation has been recognized as a fundamental element in protocols such as large-scale quantum networks and distributed quantum computation,” said the Chinese team. When it came to human interfaces in personal computing, it’s obvious that Steve Jobs was a visionary. Meanwhile back on earth….

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Cytelligence

JANUARY 21, 2020

As we enter a more connected reality, we need to be increasingly aware that smart home and IoT (Internet of Things) devices may be convenient but are accompanied by additional critical vulnerabilities. Smart Home and IoT devices are increasingly being targeted by hackers as the weak point of any home or enterprise security network.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 12, 2021

Speaking to Bloomberg about the consent and privacy implications, Eva Galperin, the Electronic Frontier Foundation’s director of cybersecurity, made the point that companies who use a network of cameras may not expect that someone other than the company’s security team are watching them. They should never be used for convenience.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Killnet also claimed responsibility for an attack on the website and services of the US Electronic Federal Tax Payment System. Electronic document management systems, in particular SKB Kontur and Taxcom, were also in the firing line. Attacks on IoT honeypots. Some events in Q3 could not be described as unambiguously political.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 20, 2021

To date these incidents have not had a material impact on our or our clients’ operations; however, there is no assurance that such impacts will not be material in the future, and such incidents have in the past and may in the future have the impacts discussed below.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

AUGUST 28, 2018

We attended the show with our colleague Paul Cleary and sat in on many talks (and demos) ranging from attacking IoT devices over insecure Bluetooth connections, to exploiting publically available expired certificates. The presenters collected over 300 million public keys from across the internet (X.509, Are You a Good or Bad Hacker?

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JULY 20, 2023

3 Ways to Protect Smart Devices from Criminal Exploits madhav Thu, 07/20/2023 - 07:28 When people think of home or business security, they are usually worried about protecting against a physical breaking in via a window or door and a burglar stealing valuables such as jewelry, cash, electronics, and equipment.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Take advantage of CAPTCHAs (Completely Automated Public Turing tests to tell Computers and Humans Apart) to prevent automated attacks, protect against abuse, improve user experience, ensure authenticity of user-generated data, and ensure that only legitimate user interactions are processed.

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Spinone

JANUARY 21, 2018

With the technologies in cloud computing moving so fast, and adoption rates increasing rapidly, we can expect to see some exciting developments in 2017. We’re likely to see more investment into sustainable cloud computing in the next year, as well as a focus on the green aspects of cloud services in marketing.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 5, 2021

A token acts as an electronic cryptographic key that unlocks the device or application, usually with an encrypted password or biometric data. Disconnected tokens are generally only good for one use and can be delivered via RFID or Bluetooth, or users can manually enter them into the computer. Rise of multi-factor authentication.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 8, 2025

The White House announced the launch of the US Cyber Trust Mark which aims to help buyers make an informed choice about the purchase of wireless internet-connected devices, such as baby monitors, doorbells, thermostats, and more. For now, the program does not apply to personal computers, smartphones, and routers.

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ForAllSecure

MAY 12, 2020

As a young professor, I spent 4 weeks every summer visiting these sites as part of the (unremarkably named) Computer Science Study Group , a research program run by DARPA and the Institute for Defense Analysis. I didn’t even have to turn off my electronics during takeoff! The B2 bomber. Special operations command. Match made.

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ForAllSecure

MAY 12, 2020

As a young professor, I spent 4 weeks every summer visiting these sites as part of the (unremarkably named) Computer Science Study Group , a research program run by DARPA and the Institute for Defense Analysis. I didn’t even have to turn off my electronics during takeoff! The B2 bomber. Special operations command. Match made.

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ForAllSecure

MAY 12, 2020

As a young professor, I spent 4 weeks every summer visiting these sites as part of the (unremarkably named) Computer Science Study Group , a research program run by DARPA and the Institute for Defense Analysis. I didn’t even have to turn off my electronics during takeoff! The B2 bomber. Special operations command. Match made.

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ForAllSecure

DECEMBER 17, 2021

Vamosi: Containers are a solution to the problem of how to get software to run reliably when moving it from one computing environment to another. Contains are a standard unit of software that packages code and all its dependencies so the application runs quickly and reliably from one computing environment to another. And I think.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 4, 2021

CryptoAgility to take advantage of Quantum Computing. The same goes with the advent of Quantum Computing , which is supposed to bring exponential computing power that shall not only bring endless benefits but also raises question marks on the current state of cryptography that is the bedrock of all information security as we know today.

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Pen Test Partners

OCTOBER 9, 2023

IoT Design Frameworks 2.2. Threat modeling can be applied to a wide range of things, including software, applications, systems, networks, distributed systems, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, and business processes. Table of contents 1. Threat Modelling 1.1. Why threat modelling is important 1.2. Ten-Step Design Cycle 2.

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The Security Ledger

JANUARY 8, 2019

In this episode of The Security Ledger podcast (#128): you're going to hear a lot from the annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) out in Las Vegas this week, but are any of the new gadgets being released secure? And do security and privacy have a seat at the table at the world's largest electronics event? Read the whole entry. »

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