Hacking smart cities: Dangerous connections
Once just a curiosity for technology enthusiasts, the Internet of Things (IoT) has become mainstream. In fact, the IoT security market is estimated to grow from USD 7.90 …
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Flaw in HID door controllers lets attackers unlock doors, deactivate alarms
Trend Micro researcher Ricky Lawshae has unearthed a critical vulnerability in HID’s VertX and Edge door controllers. Exploiting the flaw is easy, and could result in …
Weak default credentials, command injection bug found in building operation software
A vulnerability in servers programmed with Schneider Electric’s StruxureWare Building Operation software can be exploited by a low-skilled, remote attacker to gain access to …
Smart buildings security: Who’s in charge?
As the Internet of Things became an accepted reality, and the security community realized that they have to get involved in securing it, days without news about the insecurity …