Five key security tips to avoid an IoT hack
Recently, Russian PIR Bank lost $1,000,000 because of a compromised router that allowed hackers to gain entry into their local network. Why did it happen and how companies can …
Internet of Things
IoT malware found hitting airplanes’ SATCOM systems
In 2014, IOActive researchers revealed security vulnerabilities they found in the most widely deployed satellite communications terminals and presented potential scenarios …
Securely launch your IoT-related services, devices, platforms, apps
Irdeto has introduced the latest version of Cloakware Software Protection to enable any IoT connected business to take advantage of and securely launch IoT-related services, …
A botnet of smart irrigation systems can deplete a city’s water supply
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) cyber security researchers warn of a potential distributed attack against urban water services that uses a botnet of smart irrigation …
Irdeto provides anti-hacking protection for Indentive’s home IoT platform
Irdeto is partnering with Indentive, a Swedish IoT technology provider, to secure its home IoT platform, Connective. Indentive will implement Irdeto Cloakware to ensure that …
The FBI warns about compromised IoT devices
The FBI is instructing users on how to recognize when their IoT devices have been compromised and advising them on how to keep them secure. “Compromised devices may be …
Risks grow, yet security is still an afterthought in many IoT strategies
Trend Micro released survey findings that show businesses are most concerned about losing customer trust in the event of an Internet of Things related cyber attack, however …
Samsung SmartThings Hub vulnerabilities allow attackers inside your home
Cisco Talos researchers have unearthed 20 vulnerabilities in the Samsung SmartThings Hub that could be leveraged by attackers to monitor, control and interfere with devices …
Swann security cameras vulnerable to spying hack
Researchers have unearthed a security flaw in a Swann security camera that allows attackers to spy on the video and audio feed of anyone’s camera. Swann SWWHD-Intcam is …
Smart cities spending to reach $158 billion in 2022
Smart City initiatives will attract technology investments of more than $81 billion globally in 2018, and spending is set to grow to $158 billion in 2022, according to IDC. …
