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The NSA on the Risks of Exposing Location Data

Schneier on Security

The NSA has issued an advisory on the risks of location data. Mitigations reduce, but do not eliminate, location tracking risks in mobile devices. Users should be aware of these risks and take action based on their specific situation and risk tolerance. Ensure that the mission site cannot be predicted from this location.

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Flaw in Verizon call record requests put millions of Americans at risk

Malwarebytes

The consequence: anyone could look up data for any Verizon Wireless customer. The researcher did not check whether every Verizon Wireless customer was affected by this flaw. But it looks as if the Verizon Call Filter is enabled by default, so at least a great many Verizon Wireless customers would be impacted.

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Over-the-Air Vulnerabilities in Advantech EKI Access Points Put Industrial Networks at Risk

Penetration Testing

Industrial environments are increasingly relying on wireless technologies to power critical operations.

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Having Confidence in Your Wireless Security

Cisco Security

As each day passes, wireless security becomes even more critical to the day-to-day operations of organizations. With the introduction of Wi-Fi 6, many organizations are shifting from a primarily wired infrastructure to one that focuses on worker mobility through wireless connectivity. The Challenges of Wireless Security.

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Wi-Fi security: FBI warns of risks of using wireless hotel networks

Tech Republic Security

Wi-Fi networks in hotels typically favor guest convenience over strong security practices, says the FBI.

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NSA issues advice for securing wireless devices

Malwarebytes

By releasing an information sheet that provides guidance on securing wireless devices while in public (pdf) —for National Security System, Department of Defense, and Defense Industrial Base teleworkers—the NSA has provided useful information on malicious techniques used by cyber actors, and ways to protect against them. Other interfaces.

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How to Secure Your Wireless Devices?

Heimadal Security

The information sheet published by the NSA can help with the noticing of any potential threats and vulnerable public connections, and also to minimize risks in order to better secure wireless devices and […]. The post How to Secure Your Wireless Devices? appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.

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