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Brits Ban Default Passwords — and More IoT Stupidity

Security Boulevard

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

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Attackers Use 2.8 Million Devices in Major Brute Force Attack

Security Boulevard

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. Million Devices in Major Brute Force Attack appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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What is Network Security? Definition, Threats & Protections

eSecurity Planet

Network security creates shielded, monitored, and secure communications between users and assets. Securing the expanding, sprawling, and sometimes conflicting collection of technologies that make up network security provides constant challenges for security professionals.

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Spyware in the IoT – the Biggest Privacy Threat This Year

SiteLock

Simply defined, the internet of things (IoT) is a network of Internet-connected objects able to collect and exchange data. In today’s digital-driven world, IoT connects almost everything including homes, offices, and vehicles, allowing users the convenience of activating and operating nearly any device remotely. Think again.

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Flaws in Xerox VersaLink MFPs Spotlight Printer Security Concerns

Security Boulevard

Two security flaws found in Xerox VersaLink MFPs could allow hackers to capture authentication credentials and move laterally through enterprise networks and highlight the often-overlooked cyber risks that printers and other IoT devices present to organizations.

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A Basis of Trust For the IoT

Security Boulevard

.” Such scams take advantage of the fact that human interaction in both private and professional settings is based on trust: Without trust, there would be no trade, no financial transactions, The post A Basis of Trust For the IoT appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Securing IoT Devices in a World of Complexity

Security Boulevard

The IoT has come of age, and its momentum shows no signs of slowing. billion IoT devices connected to businesses, and these “things” will generate 79.4 As IoT use cases extend deeper into every aspect of our lives, cybersecurity has become increasingly important—and complicated. IDC predicts by 2025 there will be 41.6

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