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HID Mercury Access Controller flaws could allow to unlock Doors

Security Affairs

access control, video surveillance and mobile credentialing) owned by HVAC giant Carrier. “By use of our responsible disclosure procedures independent penetration testing of HID Mercury , access panels sold by LenelS2 were reported to contain cybersecurity vulnerabilities.” ” reads the advisory.

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Top 10 Malware Strains of 2021

SecureWorld News

Cybercriminals often use malware to gain access to a computer or mobile device to deploy viruses, worms, Trojans, ransomware, spyware, and rootkits. Remcos Remcos is marketed as a legitimate software tool for remote management and penetration testing. Qakbot can also be used to form botnets.

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"In our modern world, countless applications rely on radio frequency elements" - an Interview with Larbi Ouiyzme

Pen Test

About the Author: Larbi OUIYZME Cybersecurity Consultant and Licensed Ham Radio Operator since 1988 with prefix CN8FF, deeply passionate about RF measurement, antennas, satellites, Software-defined radio, Digital Mobile Radio and RF Pentesting. Criminals may use hijacked drones for illegal surveillance, smuggling, or even as weapons.

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What Is a Vulnerability Assessment? Types, Steps & Benefits

eSecurity Planet

Application vulnerability assessment: This type includes assessments of web applications, mobile apps, and other software platforms, looking for code vulnerabilities, unapplied patches, access management issues, and more. The post What Is a Vulnerability Assessment? Types, Steps & Benefits appeared first on eSecurityPlanet.

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Attack of drones: airborne cybersecurity nightmare

Security Affairs

Naturally, threat actors follow the trend and exploit the technology for surveillance, payload delivery, kinetic operations, and even diversion. Dronesploit seeks to combine various tools useful for penetration testing specific to drone platforms. Danger Drone platform.

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APT annual review 2021

SecureList

Based on forensic analysis of numerous mobile devices, Amnesty International’s Security Lab found that the software was repeatedly used in an abusive manner for surveillance. Currently, several methods can be used for detection of Pegasus and other mobile malware. The list of targeted individuals includes 14 world leaders.

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Best Wi-Fi Security & Performance Testing Tools for 2022

eSecurity Planet

To catch them, administration policies on continuous surveillance and periodic assessments should be in place. There are a plethora of Wi-Fi testing tools available on the market today, and with so many options, each with their own features, advantages, and price points, it can be difficult to choose a solution.