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Understanding the U.S. Cyber Trust Mark: A New Era for IoT Security

SecureWorld News

From baby monitors to home security systems, these IoT products have become integral to daily life, yet they also present significant cybersecurity risks. Industry leaders back the initiative Key stakeholders have expressed their enthusiasm for the Cyber Trust Mark's potential to improve IoT security and consumer trust.

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Akira ransomware gang used an unsecured webcam to bypass EDR

Security Affairs

They found unsecured IoT devices, including webcams and a fingerprint scanner, using them to bypass security defenses and successfully deploy the ransomware. The IoT device was running a lightweight Linux OS, that was the perfect target for Akiras Linux ransomware variant. ” reads the report published by the S-RM team.

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The IoT Cybersecurity Act of 2020: Implications for Devices

eSecurity Planet

billion Internet of Things (IoT) devices. As more information about IoT device vulnerabilities is published, the pressure on industry and government authorities to enhance security standards might be reaching a tipping point. government, standards will not apply to the IoT market at-large. Implications for IoT devices.

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IoT Cybersecurity: 5 Major Vulnerabilities and How to Tackle Them

Security Affairs

The number of sensors and smart devices connected to the internet is exponentially rising, which are the 5 Major Vulnerabilities for IoT devices. If you take a look at the global market for IoT, you can easily spot the trend. IoT devices are exposed to cybersecurity vulnerabilities. IoT is a complicated concept.

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Experts warn of China-linked APT’s Raptor Train IoT Botnet

Security Affairs

Researchers warn of a new IoT botnet called Raptor Train that already compromised over 200,000 devices worldwide. Cybersecurity researchers from Lumen’s Black Lotus Labs discovered a new botnet, named Raptor Train, composed of small office/home office (SOHO) and IoT devices. “This botnet has targeted entities in the U.S.

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Hacking IoT Security with Aaron Guzman

Security Boulevard

Sources and Sinks interviews car hacker and IoT security expert, Aaron Guzman. As our devices become increasingly interconnected too, we have to start thinking about the security of our IoT devices. The post Hacking IoT Security with Aaron Guzman appeared first on Security Boulevard. Photo by Hiroyoshi Urushima on Unsplash.

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Expert Insights on IoT Security Challenges in 2024

Security Boulevard

Advancements in Internet of Things (IoT) technologies are paving the way for a smarter, more interconnected future. According to Global Data, the global IoT market could be worth $1.1 According to Global Data, the global IoT market could be worth $1.1

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