Krebs on Security

MARCH 20, 2020

This week, security researchers said they spotted that same vulnerability being exploited by a new variant of Mirai , a malware strain that targets vulnerable Internet of Things (IoT) devices for use in large-scale attacks and as proxies for other cybercrime activity. Image: Palo Alto Networks. Zyxel issued a patch for the flaw on Feb.

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Schneier on Security

APRIL 22, 2019

This is the best analysis of the software causes of the Boeing 737 MAX disasters that I have read. But the fields are closely related and there are a lot of lessons for IoT security -- and the security of complex socio-technical systems in general -- in here. Technically this is safety and not security; there was no attacker.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 17, 2023

The Internet of Things ( IoT ) is on the threshold of ascending to become the Internet of Everything ( IoE.) Infineon supplies semiconductors embedded in smart systems, most notably in automotive, power and IoT. We can execute a lot of machine learning, at the edge, in IoT devices.

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Tech Republic Security

DECEMBER 25, 2020

Creating an oasis of health in your home is getting easier with the help of sensors and IoT devices.

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Schneier on Security

OCTOBER 3, 2019

In August, CyberITL completed a large-scale survey of software security practices in the IoT environment, by looking at the compiled software. This dataset contains products such as home routers, enterprise equipment, smart cameras, security devices, and more.

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Tech Republic Security

DECEMBER 13, 2022

The post Top industrial IoT security solutions appeared first on TechRepublic. From safety to where? Find out the right way to turn with this comprehensive analysis of seven options for your business.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Spooky fact : The infamous Mirai botnet attack in 2016 turned more than 600,000 IoT devices into cyber zombies, leading to one of the most significant DDoS attacks in history. Warding off zombies : Regularly update device firmware, patch IoT devices, and monitor for unusual traffic patterns.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 9, 2023

This software writing principle cropped up some 50 years ago and might seem quaint in today’s era of speedy software development. What’s more, Clean Code improves security — by reinforcing “ shift left ,” the practice of testing as early as feasible in the software development lifecycle. The transformation progresses.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Sundaresan Bindu Sundaresan , Cybersecurity Director, LevelBlue In 2025, cybercriminals will exploit supply chain vulnerabilities, ransomware, IoT botnets, and AI-driven phishing. Ransomware targeting critical services highlights the need for secure software lifecycles and vendor verification.

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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.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Related: IoT growing at a 24% clip To get there to fully tap the potential of a hyper-interconnected ecosystem where devices, data, AI and humans converge to benefit humankind cybersecurity must first catch up. The expansion of IoT into IoE has vastly expanded the range of potential targets for cyberattacks.

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Adam Shostack

JANUARY 2, 2025

You can start threat modeling IoT with the four question framework: What are you building? But there are specifics to IoT, and those specifics influence how you think about each of those questions. When asking what can go wrong , your answers might include "a dependency has a vulnerability," or "an attacker installs their own software."

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Troy Hunt

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

As I say in the intro, it appears the horticulture industry is a little like the software one where you get cowboys who in this case, put in plants that were way too big and whose roots now threaten to break through the tiles and the house itself, Little Shop of Horrors style.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 5, 2019

My primer on the going forward privacy and security implications of IoT — What Everyone Should Know About the Promise and Pitfalls of the Internet of Things — won second place in the contest’s IoT Security category.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 9, 2020

Their capacity to ingest threat feeds is becoming more relevant with the rise of IoT (Internet of Things) systems and the vulnerabilities of old and new OT (operational technology). Digital transformation is leading to more intensive use of the cloud, faster development of software to support it, and the growth of the IoT.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 5, 2022

Cybersecurity researchers demonstrate how to use electromagnetic field emanations from IoT devices to detect malware. The researchers proposed a novel approach of using side channel information to identify malware targeting IoT systems. kernel-level rootkits), which are able to prevent software-based analysis methods.”

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Manufacturing systems, especially the ones that work with SCADA technology (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition), IoT devices, and other critical technologies, depend heavily on efficient IT support to ensure that the downtime is minimal, and the performance is optimal.

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SecureList

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

IoT devices (routers, cameras, NAS boxes, and smart home components) multiply every year. The first-ever large-scale malware attacks on IoT devices were recorded back in 2008, and their number has only been growing ever since. Telnet, the overwhelmingly popular unencrypted IoT text protocol, is the main target of brute-forcing.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 16, 2025

Digital transformation: The integration of IoT, SCADA systems, and advanced analytics has increased operational efficiency but also expanded the attack surface. Strategies for protecting oil and gas infrastructure Regular updates and patching: Outdated software and hardware are the most common entry points for cyberattacks.

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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.

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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. IoT also enables home security systems to offer a variety of new features, such as secure biometrics and face detection at your door. . IoT enables secure, remote updates, for devices installed for a long time.?

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Adam Shostack

JANUARY 2, 2025

That's part of the state of software in 1997, twenty years ago. We need to figure out what engineering software looks like for a twenty year lifespan, and part of that will be really doing such engineering, because theory will only take us to the limits of our imaginations. Twenty years of software updates aren't going to be cheap. (I

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 16, 2024

The breaches underscore the growing threat of vulnerabilities in IoT (Internet of Things) devices. Smart home users should stay vigilant, update device software regularly, and implement network security best practices to mitigate risks. The key takeaways: " Yes, robot vacuums can be hacked if they are connected to the internet.

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Schneier on Security

AUGUST 1, 2018

Ubiquitous on-demand modern services (such as verifying identities and data integrity, establishing network sessions, providing access control, and automatic software updates) rely more on authentication and integrity mechanisms -- such as digital signatures -- than on encryption. I agree with them.

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Schneier on Security

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

AT&T recommends Linux endpoint and IoT device managers keep security patches installed, keep EDR software up to date and make regular backups of essential systems. Bottom line: Shikitega is a nasty piece of code. Another article. Slashdot thread.

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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. These functions can be called upon when needed so they do not have to be included in the code of the software that uses it. It’s just a matter of symptom management.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Now consider the software programs running digital services – they are the equivalent of human critical thinking. While it’s impossible to remotely access and tinker with a human brain, it’s currently trivial for a proficient hacker to remotely access and alter just about any piece of software coding.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Persistent exploitation of legacy systems One of the most alarming aspects of Ghost ransomware is its focus on legacy IoT and OT environments. Patching and vulnerability management Apply timely security updates to operating systems, software, and firmware.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Software supply chains are vital, especially in the modern economy where businesses must compete against each other to ensure continuous delivery for end users and clients. The post Secure Software Factory: Protecting Your Supply Chain appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 11, 2023

Networking firm Cradlepoint has made it official that it is going to acquire cloud security firm Ericom Software for an undisclosed sum. As we all know, enterprises need 5G network security that can cut down the attack surface caused by the increased adoption of IoT devices and will help provide agentless identity-driven secure access.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 26, 2024

As our world becomes increasingly interconnected, the security of Operational Technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) devices is more critical than ever. Despite the availability of newer, more secure versions of the software, these vulnerabilities persist in the latest firmware releases, leaving devices vulnerable to potential attacks.

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Krebs on Security

JANUARY 20, 2020

Those records showed that several email addresses tied to a domain registered by then 19-year-old Preston had been used to create a vDOS account that was active in attacking a large number of targets, including multiple assaults on networks belonging to the Free Software Foundation (FSF).

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 1, 2022

I had the chance to discuss the wider significance of Matter with Mike Nelson, DigiCert’s vice president of IoT security. Nelson: The security challenges present in many smart home devices include device identity, proper authentication (user and device), confidentiality of sensitive data, and integrity of software.

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Schneier on Security

APRIL 20, 2020

Microsoft is training a machine-learning system to find software bugs : At Microsoft, 47,000 developers generate nearly 30 thousand bugs a month. I wrote about this in 2018: The problem of finding software vulnerabilities seems well-suited for ML systems. These items get stored across over 100 AzureDevOps and GitHub repositories.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 10, 2024

To increase operational efficiency and guarantee and enable scalability, selecting the right SCADA software is mandatory. My article below will guide you through comparing SCADA software and help you understand the features to select the most appropriate software for your organization.

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Krebs on Security

OCTOBER 9, 2018

In late 2016, the world witnessed the sheer disruptive power of Mirai , a powerful botnet strain fueled by Internet of Things (IoT) devices like DVRs and IP cameras that were put online with factory-default passwords and other poor security settings. A rendering of Xiongmai’s center in Hangzhou, China. Source: xiongmaitech.com.

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Adam Levin

MARCH 17, 2020

Internet of Things (IoT) devices in general have earned a reputation for poor cybersecurity, and internet-connected cameras are no exception. Case in point: unsecured webcams make up the top three out of the five most popular searches on Shodan , an IoT-centric search engine that specializes in identifying unsecure devices online.

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