eSecurity Planet

MARCH 3, 2023

The exact method for doing this may vary depending on your router manufacturer. As long as you’re in there, you should take address any security warnings; perhaps your firewall security setting is too low, for example. If this option is not available, you may need to upgrade the router firmware.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 1, 2023

WPA3 is the newest protocol and offers better security features such as stronger encryption, protection against dictionary attacks, and easier setting of IoT devices, but has yet to become widely used. Update your router firmware from your router’s manufacturer and install them to ensure your router is up to date and secure.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

Security experts from the IoT security firm Armis, the same that found the BlueBorne Bluetooth flaws, have discovered two serious vulnerabilities in BLE chips designed by Texas Instruments. The affected chips are also used in access points and other networking devices manufactured by Cisco and Aruba Networks. ” concludes Armis.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Internet of Things (IoT) devices will be a cybercriminal’s “fifth column” in 2020. IoT devices are popular among consumers who thrive on efficiency. As the popularity of IoT devices continues to grow, SiteLock researchers predict the number of compromised devices will follow suit.

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Pen Test

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Countermeasures: To prevent drone signal hijacking, drone manufacturers and operators can implement encryption and authentication mechanisms for RF communication. It's suitable for resource-constrained RF devices, making it a popular choice for low-power IoT applications. Keeping firmware up to date is essential for security.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 12, 2023

For example, a vulnerability in a wi-fi router firewall configuration may expose Windows 95 machines required to run manufacturing equipment. The risk of the exposed router also includes the risk of the exposed Windows 95 machines and subsequent operational risk of compromised manufacturing equipment.

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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. The Security Risks of IoT Devices Every piece of hardware and software that you use and is connected to the internet has the potential to be accessed by cybercriminals.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 30, 2023

Although best known for their industry-leading firewall technology, Fortinet harnesses their knowledge of network protection to create a powerful network access control (NAC) solution. Founded in 2000 , Sunnyvale, California headquartered Fortinet’s flagship FortiGate provides enterprise-grade firewall solutions. Who is Fortinet?

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 27, 2020

To perform the experiment, we used Internet of Things (IoT) search engines to search for open devices that utilized common printer ports and protocols. To find out how many printers were on the menu for our experiment, we searched for IP addresses with open ports on specialized IoT search engines, such as Shodan and Censys.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

The tools also depend upon physical controls that should also be implemented against malicious physical access to destroy or compromise networking equipment such as routers, cables, switches, firewalls, and other networking appliances. connections to IoT, OT, and rogue wi-fi routers. Unauthorized devices may be blocked or quarantined.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Most device or software manufacturers place backdoors in their products intentionally and for a good reason. Experts say the best defense is a multi-pronged network security strategy that includes a firewall, anti-malware software, network monitoring, intrusion detection and prevention (IDPS), and data protection. Backdoors.

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SecureList

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

After the attacks came to light, the manufacturer promptly released a firmware update for configuring verification of incoming requests. Educational institutions are recommended to use anti-DDoS solutions and strong firewall settings, and partner up with ISPs. Gaming platforms didn’t escape cybercriminal attention either.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Deny-lists (aka: blacklist) : Blocks specific websites or IP addresses by adding them to a list for firewalls to ignore; very difficult to manage at scale. Next generation (NGFW) or web and application firewalls (WAF) : Include DDoS protection within the large number of features and capabilities to protect network traffic.

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