Internet of Things

Billions of Devices at Risk of Hacking Due to Hidden Commands

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Billions of Devices at Risk of Hacking Due to Hidden Commands

Tarlogic team giving their presentation during RootedCON. Image: Tarlogic Billions of devices worldwide rely on a widely used Bluetooth-Wi-Fi chip that contains undocumented “hidden commands.” Researchers warn these commands could be exploited to manipulate memory, impersonate devices, and bypass security controls. ESP32, manufactured by a Chinese company called Espressif, is a microcontroller that enables Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connections in numerous smart devices, including smartphones, laptops, smart locks, and medical equipment. Its popularity is partly due…

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US to Launch Cyber Trust Mark to Label Secure Smart Devices

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US to Launch Cyber Trust Mark to Label Secure Smart Devices

The U.S. government is set to introduce a seal of approval to help consumers identify secure internet-connected devices, the White House announced in a press release on Jan. 7. The U.S. Cyber Trust Mark will certify devices that meet certain security standards. Following the initiative’s first announcement in July 2023, the Federal Communications Commission provided details on Tuesday about how companies can submit their products for approval under the new label. The label applies to…

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What Is a Botnet? | McAfee Blog

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What Is a Botnet? | McAfee Blog

What is a botnet? And what does it have to do with a toaster? We’ll get to that. First, a definition: A botnet is a group of internet-connected devices that bad actors hijack with malware. Using remote controls, bad actors can harness the power of the network to perform several types of attacks. These include distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks that shut down internet services, breaking into other networks to steal data, and sending massive volumes…

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4 IoT Trends U.K. Businesses Should Watch in 2024

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4 IoT Trends U.K. Businesses Should Watch in 2024

The realm of the Internet of Things encompasses more than just the latest products. As the network of connected devices grows — the number worldwide is expected to reach over 29 billion in 2027 — so do the policies, responsibilities and innovations that surround it, all of which contribute to successful IoT integration. With help from Steve Statler, the chief marketing officer at IoT technology provider Wiliot, TechRepublic has identified the top four trends emerging…

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Tech Needed to Survive This Decade's 'Seismic' APAC B2B Trends

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Tech Needed to Survive This Decade's 'Seismic' APAC B2B Trends

The business-to-business market will see a number of big changes in the years to 2030, according to a new report from customer experience firm Merkle. APAC regional B2B enterprises will need to consider their levels of investment in a number of technologies and integrating new tools now to prepare for and adapt to the coming changes. The B2B Futures: The View From 2030 report argues four key “seismic” trends are coming to B2B: A rise…

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Top 5 Things to Know About Recent IoT Attacks | McAfee Blog

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Top 5 Things to Know About Recent IoT Attacks | McAfee Blog

Recent Internet attacks have caused several popular sites to become unreachable. These include Twitter, Etsy, Spotify, Airbnb, Github, and The New York Times. These incidents have highlighted a new threat to online services: botnets powered by the Internet of Things (IoT). Distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks have been around for over a decade and, for the most part, have been handled by network providers’ security services. However, the landscape is changing. The primary strategy…

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Implement NIST IoT cybersecurity guidelines early

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Implement NIST IoT cybersecurity guidelines early

Implement NIST IoT cybersecurity guidelines early | Security Magazine This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies. Visit our updated privacy and cookie policy to learn more. This Website Uses CookiesBy…

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Emerging technology, evolving threats — Part II: The asymmetry effect

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Emerging technology, evolving threats — Part II: The asymmetry effect

Emerging technology, evolving threats — Part II: The asymmetry effect | Security Magazine This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies. Visit our updated privacy and cookie policy to learn more. …

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Protecting patients and securing medical innovation, one device at a time

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Protecting patients and securing medical innovation, one device at a time

Protecting patients and securing medical innovation, one device at a time | 2020-12-11 | Security Magazine This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies. Visit our updated privacy and cookie policy to…

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Tackling the challenges of detecting P2P botnets

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Tackling the challenges of detecting P2P botnets

Tackling the challenges of detecting P2P botnets | 2020-11-11 | Security Magazine This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies. Visit our updated privacy and cookie policy to learn more. This…

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