Security Affairs

JUNE 15, 2020

Security vulnerabilities in modern communication protocol GTP used by mobile network operators can be exploited by attackers to target 4G/5G users. “The GTP protocol contains a number of vulnerabilities threatening both mobile operators and their clients. Every network tested was vulnerable to DoS, impersonation, and fraud.”

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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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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.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

The latest samples of the HNS bot were designed to target Android devices having the wireless debugging feature ADB enabled. The Hide and Seek (HNS) IoT botnet was first spotted early this year, since its discovery the authors continuously evolved its code. Copyright (C) 2014 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->.

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Threatpost

APRIL 26, 2019

The wireless gateways are used in PoS, industrial IoT and distributed enterprise settings.

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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. Service providers and 5G-enabled device manufacturers both have critical roles to play in the success and sustainability of this wireless network rollout.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 14, 2021

So, with all the uncertainty, why bother with an annual IoT prediction survey ? The IoT is still booming! Despite the challenges of 2020, the IoT industry is thriving. In fact, IoT Analytics, a leading provider of market insights for the Internet of Things (IoT), M2M, and Industry 4.0, billion by 2025, up from $72.5

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

Lightbulbs could be remotely controlled through a mobile app or via a digital home assistant, owners could control the light in the environment and even calibrate the color of each lightbulb. Smart lightbulbs are managed over the air via WiFi protocol or ZigBee, a low bandwidth radio protocol. ZigBee is an IEEE 802.15.4-based

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Security Boulevard

MAY 30, 2022

Why Healthcare IoT Requires Strong Machine Identity Management. The healthcare industry has been leveraging IoT devices for years, steadily increasing its use in facilities and patient care. By 2027, the IoT in Healthcare market is expected to reach $290 billion , up from just $60 billion in 2019. brooke.crothers.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 6, 2021

Critical flaws in the Realtek RTL8195A Wi-Fi module could have been exploited to gain root access and take over devices’ wireless communications. The Realtek RTL8195AM is a highly integrated single-chip with a low-power-consumption mechanism ideal for IoT (Internet of Things) applications in multiple industries.

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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). Step 6: Reboot Reboot your router, if necessary, to apply the changes.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 5, 2023

As a leader in wireless and wired large area network (LAN) infrastructure, Extreme Networks deeply understands the operational requirements for networks and the IT teams managing them. Users, guests and internet-of-things (IoT) devices can be located, on-boarded, authenticated, and evaluated for compliance.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 8, 2020

The Kr00k vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2019-15126, could be exploited by nearby remote attackers to intercept and decrypt some wireless network packets transmitted over-the-air by a vulnerable device. ” reads the analysis published by ESET. ” continues the research.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 28, 2022

IoT and Machine Identity Management in Financial Services. How is IoT changing the financial sector? IoT has already positively impacted the financial sector and will only continue to in the future. The most notable and well-documented example of investment in the IoT infrastructure has been by retail banks.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 17, 2020

The issue affects the following Cisco products if they have web access enabled and are running a firmware release earlier than the first fixed release for that device: IP Phone 7811, 7821, 7841, and 7861 Desktop Phones IP Phone 8811, 8841, 8845, 8851, 8861, and 8865 Desktop Phones Unified IP Conference Phone 8831 Wireless IP Phone 8821 and 8821-EX.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 27, 2021

The COVID pandemic has highlighted the challenges of ensuring security across an expanding enterprise network forced to support more and more remote workers , an ever-increasing diversity of devices, and frequent mobility. ” Are your IoT and other devices properly segmented?

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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. FortiNAC also delivers network segmentation and automated responses specifically for IoT security.

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Threatpost

JUNE 2, 2021

On June 8, Amazon’s pulling all its devices into a device-to-device wireless mix, inspiring FUD along the way. Now's the time to opt out if you're be-FUDdled.

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Heimadal Security

JUNE 29, 2021

According to the study by GSMA and Trend Micro, 68 percent of operators are already selling private wireless networks to enterprise customers, and the rest of them are planning to by 2025. The post 5G Security Vulnerabilities Are Raising Concerns for Mobile Operators appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Yes No EoP CVE-2021-43880 Windows Mobile Device Management Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability Important 5.5 No No RCE CVE-2021-43899 Microsoft 4K Wireless Display Adapter Remote Code Execution Vulnerability Critical 9.8 No No RCE CVE-2021-42310 Microsoft Defender for IoT Remote Code Execution Vulnerability Critical 8.1

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 28, 2023

Aruba , a Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) company, provides mobility and IoT solutions for organizations of all sizes. A pioneer in wireless networking, Aruba now offers infrastructure services as software from the public or private cloud to enable secure connectivity for a wide range of devices including mobile and IoT.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 28, 2023

As enterprise IT environments have expanded to include mobile and IoT devices and cloud and edge technology, new types of tests have emerged to address new risks, but the same general principles and techniques apply. If web applications are mobile, they also need to be tested in their environments. Complete Guide & Steps.

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Threatpost

MAY 8, 2018

The flaws would leave the enterprise devices helpless to a range of remote threats, including the charms of the Reaper IoT botnet.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 17, 2023

A close look at the ongoing campaign revealed that the bot also targets wireless LAN routers built for hotels and residential applications. Similar to the initial two zero-days, the compromised devices could exploit OS command injection vulnerabilities in NTP settings on the affected Internet of Things (IoT) and NVR devices.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JULY 6, 2021

In our previous blog on this topic, we looked into how a virtual network infrastructure, combined with the use of an unprecedented volume of data, and the introduction of the IoT on 5G networks, all posed a significant challenge to mobile operators in their desire to create secure 5G. Meeting Rising Customer Onboarding Expectations.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 6, 2018

Patch management is a crucial aspect for IoT devices, smart objects are surrounding us and represent a privileged target for hackers. An attacker needs to share on the same wireless network as the Sony TV in order to trigger the vulnerability. “This application handles file names incorrectly when the user uploads a media file.

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Security Affairs

JULY 17, 2021

Network equipment vendor D-Link has released a firmware hotfix to fix multiple vulnerabilities in the DIR-3040 AC3000-based wireless internet router. Network equipment vendor D-Link has released a firmware hotfix to address multiple vulnerabilities affecting the DIR-3040 AC3000-based wireless internet router.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 30, 2023

ISE is intended for use with guest and employee endpoints, but Cisco also offers separate and specialized NAC solutions for equipment (internet of things (IoT), operational technology (OT), and industrial controls), for medical devices , and specifically for rapid threat containment. MAC Address bypass (MAB) 802.1x

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

Security experts from the IoT security firm Armis, the same that found the BlueBorne Bluetooth flaws, have discovered two serious vulnerabilities in BLE chips designed by Texas Instruments. With the large number of desktop, mobile, and IoT devices only increasing, it is critical we can ensure these types of vulnerabilities are not exploited.

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Pen Test

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Its primary goal is to meticulously identify vulnerabilities inherent within wireless communication systems (Smith & Johnson, 2018). In contemporary times, with the exponential growth of the Internet of Things (IoT), smart homes, connected cars, and wearable devices, the importance of RF pentesting has soared significantly.

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The Security Ledger

MARCH 13, 2019

Forget about Congress's latest attempt to regulate IoT security. The post Spotlight: CTIA’s IoT Cybersecurity Certification is a Big Deal. Forget about Congress’s latest attempt to regulate IoT security. to reign in insecure IoT endpoints. Setting a Bar on IoT Cyber Security. Here’s why.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 11, 2024

NTT connected data centers north and east of London via NTT’s Innovative Optical Wireless Network (IOWN) APN, and communication between them was realized with a round-trip delay of less than 1 millisecond. San Francisco and Tokyo, Apr. In the U.K., In the U.S., data centers in Northern Virginia achieved similar results.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Avoid charging mobile devices through a computer; instead, use separate adapters. Consider segmenting your Wi-Fi networks: one for main use, one for guests, and another for IoT devices. Implement Wi-Fi Protected Access 3 ( WPA3 ) to enhance wireless security within your home network. Use the 3-2-1 backup rule.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Bluetooth has been around since 1994 as a wireless connectivity specification, but the first mobile phones did not appear with basic Bluetooth services until 2001. If you use your mobile device as a personal hotspot, turn off sharing or Bluetooth name broadcasting while not in use.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 17, 2023

The latest version of MetaAccess solution extends network access control to cover software-as-a-service (SaaS), cloud resources, and a wide variety of “headless devices” such as internet of things (IoT), operations technology (OT), industrial control systems (ICS), medical devices, and industrial IoT (IIoT).

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 7, 2023

Limited tests can focus on narrower targets such as networks, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, physical security, cloud security, web applications, or other system components. Known as black , white , and gray box pentests, these differ in how much information is provided to the pentester before running the simulated attacks.

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SecureList

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Holter monitors still exist, but there also are more comfortable and compact wearable sensors that calculate the same readings without attaching external electrodes to the body and transmit them to a mobile device wirelessly. As interest in IoT devices grows, so, too, does interest in MQTT—which is concerning from a security standpoint.

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