SecureList

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Non-mobile statistics IT threat evolution in Q3 2024. Mobile statistics The statistics presented here are based on detection verdicts by Kaspersky products and services received from users who consented to providing statistical data. IT threat evolution in Q3 2024 IT threat evolution in Q3 2024.

Mobile 106

Mobile Adware Ransomware Malware 106

The Last Watchdog

MARCH 28, 2019

Related: IoT botnets now available for economical DDoS blasts. This attacker easily located IoT devices that used the manufacturers’ default security setting. He set loose a self-replicating internet worm to gain control of 600,000 household IoT devices. In fact, it can be argued that the opposite is happening. Barest tip.

DDOS 263

DDOS IoT DNS Internet 263

Security Affairs

MARCH 9, 2025

The experts warn that a hidden feature poses a security risk for millions of IoT devices. “Tarlogic Securityhas detected a hidden functionality that can be used as a backdoor in the ESP32, a microcontroller that enables WiFi and Bluetooth connection and is present inmillions of mass-market IoT devices.”

Manufacturing 125

Manufacturing IoT Firmware Mobile 125

eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 20, 2022

Incidents of malware targeting Linux-based Internet of Things (IoT) devices jumped by more than a third in 2021, with three malware families the primary drivers behind the increase. Threats to Open Source, IoT. Also read: Top IoT Security Solutions for 2022. IoT devices pose two fundamental threats,” he said.

IoT 145

IoT DDOS Malware Internet 145

CyberSecurity Insiders

JULY 6, 2021

Zimperium, a globally recognized mobile security firm has made it official that it is going to acquire application security company whiteCryption for an undisclosed amount. Thus, the Mobile Security pioneer will generate enterprise security apps that are resistant to attacks. billion mobile and IoT devices.

Mobile 144

Mobile Cyber Risk IoT Technology 144

eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

IoT security is where endpoint detection and response ( EDR ) and enterprise mobility management ( EMM ) meet the challenges of a rapidly expanding edge computing infrastructure. As the enterprise attack surface grows, IoT is yet another attack vector organizations aren’t fully prepared to defend.

IoT 140

IoT Risk Firewall Software 140

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 9, 2021

A malicious advertising campaign originating out of Eastern Europe and operating since at least mid-June is targeting Internet of Things (IoT) devices connected to home networks, according to executives with GeoEdge, which offers ad security and quality solutions to online and mobile advertisers. Malvertising is Evolving.

IoT 145

IoT Advertising Identity Theft Mobile 145

Troy Hunt

AUGUST 20, 2021

It all feels a bit "business as usual" this week; data breaches, IoT and 3D printing. But what I'm most excited about is what I probably spent the least amount of time talking about, that being the work 1Password and I have been doing on our "Hello CISO" series.

CISO 68

CISO Password Management IoT Data breaches 68

Google Security

APRIL 15, 2021

Posted by Brooke Davis and Eugene Liderman, Android Security and Privacy Team With all of the challenges from this past year, users have become increasingly dependent on their mobile devices to create fitness routines, stay connected with loved ones, work remotely, and order things like groceries with ease.

Mobile 143

Mobile VPN IoT Internet 143

eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 22, 2021

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.

IoT 145

IoT Cybersecurity Manufacturing Government 145

SecureWorld News

JUNE 13, 2023

In a digital landscape increasingly dependent on interconnected devices, the rise in malicious Internet of Things (IoT) botnet activity is becoming a significant cause for concern. This tactic is commonly associated with a variety of IoT botnets, exploiting the lax security measures present in billions of IoT devices worldwide.

IoT 132

IoT Cybersecurity DDOS Malware 132

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Implementing modern cryptography standards on tiny IoT devices is hard. The post Amazing Fast Crypto for IoT — US NIST Fingers ASCON appeared first on Security Boulevard. They’re underpowered, need to sip battery charge and something like AES is often overkill.

IoT 144

IoT Internet Internet Mobile 144

The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 9, 2021

The acceleration of cloud, mobility, and security initiatives proved to be critical for organizations looking to weather the new threats and disruptions. Securing Iot, MEC. Approaches to build zero trust holistically across MEC and IOT ecosystems are critical to guarantee end-to-end SLA management, contextual security, and visibility.

Mobile 177

Mobile IoT Cybersecurity Digital transformation 177

CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 2, 2021

Connected IoT devices and smart solutions are quickly expanding into every industry and aspects of our lives, and the numbers back this up. By 2025, it has been predicted that 75 billion IoT devices will be connected with a potential market value of around $1.6 So, how can service providers streamline IoT connectivity activation?

IoT 144

IoT Manufacturing Technology Marketing 144

Security Boulevard

APRIL 30, 2024

The post Brits Ban Default Passwords — and More IoT Stupidity appeared first on Security Boulevard. The UK’s Product Security and Tele­comm­uni­cations Infra­struc­ture Act aims to improve the security of net-connected consumer gear.

IoT 135

IoT Passwords Social Engineering Telecommunications 135

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 28, 2022

As an increasing number of companies plan to implement 5G mobile networks on a large scale, organizations need to consider the security risks that the technology can pose. This article explores the possible ramifications that 5G could have for IoT security, along with some steps that enterprises can take to prepare for it.

IoT 131

IoT Technology Mobile Software 131

Troy Hunt

JANUARY 9, 2021

And now that we're firmly home again, it's back to business as usual with more breaches, more IoT and despite it being an all-new year, more of all the same stuff.

IoT 261

IoT Mobile 261

Security Boulevard

MARCH 1, 2024

There is a significant lack of confidence among IT leaders regarding their internet-of-things (IoT) security plans. The post IT Leaders Lack Confidence in IoT Security Plans appeared first on Security Boulevard.

IoT 128

IoT Internet Internet Mobile 128

Krebs on Security

JANUARY 11, 2021

Ubiquiti , a major vendor of cloud-enabled Internet of Things (IoT) devices such as routers, network video recorders, security cameras and access control systems, is urging customers to change their passwords and enable multi-factor authentication. ” To manage your security settings on a Ubiquiti device, visit [link] and log in.

Passwords 361

Passwords Authentication Firmware Accountability 361

SecureWorld News

JUNE 29, 2023

In today's interconnected world, mobile devices have become an integral part of our lives, enabling seamless communication, productivity, and access to sensitive information. However, as reliance on mobile technology grows, so does the risk of cyber threats targeting these devices.

Mobile 98

Mobile IoT Social Engineering Phishing 98

Malwarebytes

MAY 4, 2022

Researchers have found a vulnerability in a popular C standard library in IoT products that could allow attackers to perform DNS poisoning attacks against a target device. Because uClibc is a relatively small C standard library intended for Linux kernel-based operating systems for embedded systems and mobile devices.

IoT 133

IoT DNS Risk Internet 133

The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

This has resulted in astounding innovations in cloud services, mobile computing, IoT systems and agile software development. Whether it’s IoT (Internet of Things) devices, desktop applications, web applications native to the web browsers, or mobile applications – all these types of software rely on APIs in one way or another.

Mobile 266

Mobile Penetration Testing IoT Digital transformation 266

SecureList

MAY 25, 2022

And all that by just using a mobile application. And others are not happy that they need to use several mobile applications for different car brands, and want to manage them all from a single universal application. Kaspersky analysts checked among mobile applications, open-source software and searched web services to find out.

Mobile 127

Mobile B2B Manufacturing Passwords 127

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

million edge and IoT devices from around the world in a massive brute force attack that is targeting edge security systems from Palo Alto Networks, Ivanti, SonicWall, and other vendors, according to the Shadowserver Foundation. Threat actors are using as many as 2.8 The post Attackers Use 2.8

IoT 87

IoT Social Engineering Data privacy Passwords 87

Tech Republic Security

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Phones, tablets and workstations with unpatched CVEs are a clear and present danger. New Armis study lists the most vulnerable.

IoT 194

IoT Media Internet Internet 194

SecureList

JUNE 3, 2024

Mobile statistics IT threat evolution Q1 2024. Non-mobile statistics The statistics presented here are based on detection verdicts by Kaspersky products and services received from users who consented to providing statistical data. Attacks on IoT honeypots There were no drastic changes in the geographical distribution of SSH attacks.

Mobile 116

Mobile Ransomware Adware IoT 116

Trend Micro

MAY 16, 2023

An overview of the Lemon Group’s use of preinfected mobile devices, and how this scheme is potentially being developed and expanded to other internet of things (IoT) devices. This research was presented in full at the Black Hat Asia 2023 Conference in Singapore in May 2023.

IoT 126

IoT Mobile Internet Internet 126

Security Boulevard

JULY 18, 2023

The post Biden Admin Eyes IoT Cybersecurity With Device Labeling Program appeared first on Security Boulevard. The Biden administration unveiled a cybersecurity certification and labeling program that will make it easier for enterprises and consumers to see which smart devices are more secure and less vulnerable to attacks.

IoT 98

IoT Cybersecurity Mobile Risk 98

The Hacker News

DECEMBER 8, 2023

A collection of security flaws in the firmware implementation of 5G mobile network modems from major chipset vendors such as MediaTek and Qualcomm impact USB and IoT modems as well as hundreds of smartphone models running Android and iOS.

Firmware 143

Firmware IoT Mobile 143

ZoneAlarm

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

Mars Hydro, a Chinese company that makes IoT devices like LED lights and hydroponics equipment, recently suffered a massive data breach, exposing approximately 2.7 billion records. This breach has raised serious concerns about the security of internet-connected devices and the potential risks for consumers.

Data breaches 85

Data breaches IoT Internet Internet 85

SecureList

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The report doesn’t cover mobile statistics, which we will share in our annual mobile malware report. Millions of Kaspersky users around the globe assist us in collecting information about malicious activity. The statistics in this report cover the period from November 2023 through October 2024.

Mobile 97

Mobile Malware Banking Ransomware 97

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Consumers and organizations are enthused about the operational benefits of more robust mobile connectivity, but the shift to 5G networks doesn’t come without risks. Exposing the Internet of Things (IoT) Universe. IoT products are notoriously vulnerable appliances because the build prioritizes ease of use and connectivity.

Risk 137

Risk Cybersecurity IoT Wireless 137

SecureList

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

There has been a slight increase of 0.1–0.2 in the share of attacked users in Mexico, Hong Kong, the United Kingdom, and India. Conversely, we see a slight decline in Spain, Italy, and Germany.

Mobile 113

Mobile Antivirus Adware Ransomware 113

Security Boulevard

JUNE 11, 2024

IT systems – and this year networking equipment in particular – continue to pose the most security risk for organizations, but it is the vulnerable Internet of Things (IoT) devices that are quickly moving up the ladder, according to researchers with Forescout’s Verdere Labs researchers.

IoT 75

IoT Risk Internet Internet 75

SecureList

DECEMBER 1, 2023

IoT attacks IoT threat statistics In Q3 2023, the distribution of devices attacking Kaspersky traps using the Telnet and SSH protocols did not change significantly. TOP 10 threats delivered to IoT devices via Telnet Verdict %* 1 Trojan-Downloader.Linux.NyaDrop.b 2 Mainland China 1.19 3 Italy 1.16 4 France 1.06 6 Mexico 0.98

Mobile 121

Mobile Ransomware Malware IoT 121

The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

In June 2020, Apple’s intention of expanding in the enterprise space was made evident by the acquisition of Fleetsmith , a Mobile Device Management (MDM) solution for Apple devices. About the essayist: Apu Pavithran is the CEO of Hexnode , which supplies a centralized management system for mobile devices, PCs and wearables.

Marketing 245

Marketing Mobile Small Business Backups 245

Security Boulevard

MARCH 21, 2025

And get the latest on open source software security; cyber scams; and IoT security. The bill would require IoT manufacturers and internet service providers (ISPs) to provide clear and timely information about their connected devices support lifecycles. Plus, get fresh guidance on how to transition to quantum-resistant cryptography.

Risk 69

Risk IoT Cybersecurity Manufacturing 69