Pen Test Partners

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

SimpliSafe downplayed the risk and did not address the issue with a simple firmware update, suggesting that a full device replacement might be needed. SimpliSafe quickly fixed this with a firmware update. Other security fixes have been made in past firmware updates, though no details have been provided in the changelogs.

Encryption 64

Encryption Firmware Passwords Authentication 64

Google Security

AUGUST 12, 2024

For example, NIST deprecated SHA-1 hashing algorithms in 2011 and recommends complete phase-out by 2030. How can organizations prepare for PQC migrations? That’s why it's crucial to take steps now to improve organizational preparedness, independent of PQC, with the goal of making your transition to PQC easier.

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Encryption CISO Internet Internet 69

Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

And while approval is pending, a separate group creates offline backups of essential files that are needed in the event of an error and affected systems need restoring. Create and test offline backups Speaking of backups, never assume they work.

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Software Risk Backups Technology 90

eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Firmware Rootkit. A firmware rootkit uses device or platform firmware to create a persistent malware image in the router, network card, hard drive or the basic input/output system (BIOS). The rootkit is able to remain hidden because firmware is not usually inspected for code integrity.

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Firmware Malware Antivirus Firewall 117