Krebs on Security

JUNE 25, 2019

.” “At present, pre-installed partners cover the entire mobile phone industry chain, including mobile phone chip manufacturers, mobile phone design companies, mobile phone brand manufacturers, mobile phone agents, mobile terminal stores and major e-commerce platforms,” reads a descriptive blurb about the company.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 24, 2021

Canada-based Internet of Things (IoT) maker Sierra Wireless has been hit by ransomware attack bringing certain production operations of the company to a halt. Sierra Wireless claims the incident has disrupted internal systems along with the website as it is still under maintenance.

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CSO Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2022

From the cell tower, the signal is then routed to a fiber or wireless backhaul connection to the core network. RANs RANs are proprietary to each equipment manufacturer. That adds complexity to the network and changes the risk landscape for wireless communications. What is RAN and Open RAN?

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Sweden is banning Chinese tech giant Huawei and ZTE from building new 5G wireless networks due to national security concerns. Recently Belgian telecoms operators Orange Belgium and Proximus announced that it will gradually replace the equipment from the Chinese manufacturer Huawei.

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SC Magazine

MARCH 23, 2021

IoT provider Sierra Wireless was the target of a ransomware attack on its internal IT systems. ( “Sierra Wireless Developer Day 2014” by Sierra Wireless Developer Program (T Cantegrel) is licensed under CC BY 2.0 ). The company’s website and other internal operations have also been disrupted by the attack.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

The Swedish Post and Telecom Authority announced that four wireless carriers bidding for frequencies in an upcoming spectrum auction for the new 5G networks (Hi3G Access, Net4Mobility, Telia Sverige and Teracom) cannot use network equipment from the Chinese firms.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 10, 2020

Major Belgium’s telecom operator Proximus announced on Friday that it will gradually replace its equipment from the Chinese manufacturer Huawei. One of the major Belgium telecom operator Proximus announced on Friday that it will gradually replace its equipment from the Chinese manufacturer Huawei.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 2022

The Internet of Things (IoT) has been exploding in the last decade, with more and more connected objects or devices. One can go for wired (landline), wireless, or a combination of both. We believe devices with wireless cellular connectivity – or wireless in combination with fixed line – are the best option.

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Krebs on Security

JUNE 25, 2019

.” “At present, pre-installed partners cover the entire mobile phone industry chain, including mobile phone chip manufacturers, mobile phone design companies, mobile phone brand manufacturers, mobile phone agents, mobile terminal stores and major e-commerce platforms,” reads a descriptive blurb about the company.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 27, 2020

To perform the experiment, we used Internet of Things (IoT) search engines to search for open devices that utilized common printer ports and protocols. After filtering out most of the false positives, we were left with more than 800,000 printers that had network printing features enabled and were accessible over the internet.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 20, 2019

An estimated 180 million counterfeit mobile phones are sold globally each year, representing a potential loss of $50 billion to device manufacturers, according to a study by the EU’s Intellectual Property Office. Acohido is dedicated to fostering public awareness about how to make the Internet as private and secure as it ought to be.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 13, 2019

Security expert discovered multiple flaws in 4G routers manufactured by several companies, some of them could allow attackers to take over the devices. G Richter, a security researcher at Pen Test Partners discovered multiple vulnerabilities 4G routers manufactured by different vendors. ” states the post published by the experts.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The flaws impact residential and enterprise routers manufactured by DrayTek that could be exploited to take over susceptible devices. “Compared to our research on OT, we found a smaller percentage of unpatched and end-of-life IT routers in DrayTek compared to OT routers (Sierra Wireless). ” concludes the report.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 3, 2023

Most of us connect our mobile devices to a Wi-Fi router for internet access, but this connection can leave our network and data vulnerable to cyber threats. WPA2 is a security protocol that secures wireless networks using the advanced encryption standard (AES). You can refer to your Router Manual for more details.

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Centraleyes

MARCH 24, 2025

The act applies to both manufacturers and suppliers of software and hardware products sold within the EU. It establishes common cybersecurity rules for manufacturers and developers of products with digital elements, and it covers both hardware and software. The Cyber Resilience Act is the first EU-wide legislation of its kind.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Most folks don’t realize that the Internet contributes more than 3.7 This should include everything from the extraction of raw materials, design, manufacturing, transportation, and even the final recycling of the devices. percent of global greenhouse gas emissions.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

The FXA3000 and FXA2000 Series are access points that are manufactured by Japan-based firm Contec that conform to IEEE 802.11n/a/b/g wireless. “It is found that our wireless products, FLEXLAN FX3000/2000 series, have a firmware vulnerability. ” reads the advisory published by Contec.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 24, 2021

We identified at least 65 different affected vendors with close to 200 unique fingerprints, thanks both to Shodan’s scanning capabilities and some misconfiguration by vendors and manufacturers who expose those devices to the Internet. The exploit attempts to deploy a Mirai variant detected in March by Palo Alto Networks [3].

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Service providers and 5G-enabled device manufacturers both have critical roles to play in the success and sustainability of this wireless network rollout. Exposing the Internet of Things (IoT) Universe. NTIA and CISA: Memos from the Feds What is 5G? How is 5G Different? What Are the Cybersecurity Risks of 5G?

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 10, 2021

In a recent blog post , the researchers said the bad actors are looking to leverage a path traversal vulnerability that could affect millions of home routers and other Internet of Things (IoT) devices that use the same code base and are manufactured by at least 17 vendors. Tenable First to Disclose Flaw. ” Multiple Threats.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 7, 2021

This flaw potentially affects millions of IOT devices manufactured by no less than 17 vendors, including some ISPs. . Tenable researchers shared a list of affected devices: ADSL wireless IAD router 1.26S-R-3P Arcadyan ARV7519 00.96.00.96.617ES Arcadyan VRV9517 6.00.17 and WSR-2533DHP3 firmware version <= 1.24

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Malwarebytes

MAY 13, 2024

Modern cars are the latest consumer “device” to undergo an internet-crazed overhaul, as manufacturers increasingly stuff their automobiles with the types of features you’d expect from a smartphone, not a mode of transportation. We’re talking about cars.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 27, 2021

The flaws were privately reported to the medical manufacturer on January 11 that addressed in B. “Could this attack take place over the internet? Technically speaking, yes; however, it would be very unlikely to see a setup where a pump is directly internet-connected.” ” reads the advisory published by B.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 26, 2023

” The German interior ministry is making a census of components manufactured by Chinese suppliers that are used by national network operators. In September 2020, the British government announced the ban on the installation of new Huawei equipment in the 5G networks of Wireless carriers after September 2021.

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IT Security Guru

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Networking, remote management, and wireless connectivity were all the rage and it made sense for IT and OT to be one from an admin point of view. Norton cites “Infected laptops belonging to maintenance engineers, USB sticks, an unauthorised wireless device, or even a malicious insider.”. OT devices don’t run antivirus.

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Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

MAY 17, 2017

NIST’s focus on IoT at its workshop this week comes on the heels of its new draft NIST cybersecurity guidance on securing wireless infusion pumps in the healthcare industry. NIST is accepting public comment on the new draft guidance through July 7, 2017.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JULY 6, 2021

With the introduction of lockdowns across the globe, our reliance on internet networks to work remotely, call relatives across seas, or even to take part in leisure activities via a screen has soared. billion active internet users worldwide. Notwithstanding this progress, the quality of the internet services provided varies greatly.

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Pen Test Partners

MARCH 30, 2025

TL;DR UK & EU IoT manufacturers have more security regulation coming Applies to all wireless devices Comes into force 1 st August 2025 It may be absorbed into the EU Cyber Resilience Act From 1 st August 2025, mandatory cybersecurity requirements come into effect under the EUs Radio Equipment Directive (2014/53/EU), or RED.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 30, 2022

Due to the nature of these devices, the lack of security is often the result of weak design by the device manufacturer. Another alert by CISA has warned about critical vulnerabilities in Siemens software that could potentially impact millions of medical devices from multiple manufacturers. Hackable pacemakers.

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SecureList

JUNE 20, 2023

Introduction In today’s interconnected world, more and more devices are being connected to the internet, including everyday household items like pet feeders that are becoming smart by virtue of this simple fact. The first time the feeder is used, the user must set up the wireless network that the feeder will use from this app.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Internet of Things (IoT) devices are the smart consumer and business systems powering the homes, factories, and enterprise processes of tomorrow. Broadcom also offers a location hub microcontroller and System-on-a-Chip (SoC) systems for embedded IoT security for organizations handling product manufacturing.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 20, 2021

For example, you have wireless control devices — and their corresponding apps — that allow you to control the entirety of your home through a wireless source. The connection between smart devices will be more centralized, allowing you to manage everything from one spot. Conclusion.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

There’s no bigger buzzword in the security world now than the ‘Internet of Things.’ The Internet of Things, or IoT, is the connectedness of everyday devices and sensors to allow the quantification and control of systems. We saw no Ethernet cable from the machine and verified with IT it had no wireless capabilities. Conclusion.

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The Security Ledger

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Voters in the state approved Question 1 , a ballot measure that expands Massachusetts’ automotive right to repair law, giving vehicle owners access to wireless repair and maintenance data transmitted via telematics systems on modern, connected vehicles. Report: Hacking Risk for Connected Vehicles Shows Significant Decline.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 30, 2023

FortiNAC functions well as a basic NAC for wired and wireless connections with employee and guest users on traditional workstations, laptops, servers, and mobile devices. a growing number of wired and wireless equipment requires a security solution to protect the expanding network.

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 6, 2022

The individual sections of the 17 digit number detail all manner of information about the car, ranging from manufacturer to attributes. If you have digital concerns with regard to Internet of Things in your home, security devices, and even cars, this is another one to keep in mind when weighing up a purchase.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Industrial control systems (ICS) are the backbone of critical infrastructure, powering essential operations in the energy, manufacturing, water treatment, and transportation sectors. These systems are integral to the smooth operation of industries such as manufacturing, power generation, oil and gas, water management, and more.

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