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155Apple / iOS / Mobile / Security / TechApple’s USB Restricted Mode may already be defeated before its release
Special tools such as the GrayKey device could access locked iPhones via USB and Restricted Mode is supposed to prevent that.
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153Apple / iOS / Mobile / Security / TechApple will reportedly passcode protect its Lightning port
The update will require a user to input their passcode before they gain access to data transfer from the iOS device.
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131Security / TechRing has finally announced the presale of its Ring Alarm system
Ring Alarm is a DIY home security system that does not require a long-term contract and offers optional professional monitoring.
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248Security / TechThousands of home and small business routers infected, FBI urges rebooting them
By rebooting your router, the second and third stage — the "destructive component" — of the VPNFilter malware will be removed from the...
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328Auto / Security / TechNew California digital license plate is raising privacy concerns
These plates make perfect sense for a company fleet but I certainly wouldn't want the DMV in my state to adopt these...
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242Android / Mobile / Security / TechAvast discovers pre-installed malware “Cosiloon” on some Android devices
Avast just discovered a new malware called Cosiloon and the kicker is, Cosiloon was pre-installed on devices from manufacturers like ZTE and...
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322Security / Tech[Infographic] Password protection: Why it’s easy for hackers to hack
In order to keep your accounts secure, be sure that your password is at least 14 characters.
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712Apple / iOS / Mobile / Security / TechTeenSafe app leaks children’s personal data and Apple ID passwords
It appears TeenSafe was using Amazon Cloud servers to store information and some of those servers were not secure.
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250Security / TechWinstarNssmMiner is a nasty piece of cryptomining malware
There is good news though. Apparently, the malware doesn't put up a fight against better-known anti-virus programs.
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303Business / Editorial / Security / TechThe National Consumer Telecom and Utilities Exchange is yet another place your data is being housed
The National Consumer Telecom and Utilities Exchange is operated by Equifax.
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436Business / Security / TechCredit card hackers are getting past security chips with new technique
Basically, it's the same game only now the chip reader is the target.
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407Security / TechEquifax officially revealed the extent of its data breach — and it’s not pretty
Even the earliest stories about this breach, as they broke, were clear that the scope of the incident was vast.
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315Business / Security / TechVisited Chili’s Grill & Bar between March and April? Your credit card data may have been compromised
The parent company that owns Chili's Grill & Bar (Brinker International) operates 1,600 Chili's locations as well as Maggiano's Little Italy restaurants.
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321Security / TechD-Link launches 3 new home security cameras and redesigned app
The entire lineup also moves into 2018 adding compatibility with Google Assistant, Alexa, and IFTTT.
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383Apple / iOS / Mobile / Security / TechiOS 11.4 beta introduces USB Restricted Mode
This new feature limits the usefulness of devices like GrayKey if the device hasn't been unlocked or used in 7-days.
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253Security / TechAll-in-one HD DVR Security System released by Hanwha Techwin
With a 1944p HD resolution, this Wisenet security system offers 2 1/2 times clearer resolution than standard 1080p security systems.
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237Security / TechTwitter recommends changing your password after internal audit shows they stored it in plain text
Twitter also mentions that the internal bug has been fixed and that no passwords were actually compromised.
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2.6KSecurity / Tech[Infographic] How prepared is your company for a cyber attack?
With no industry safe, it’s more important than ever to have a comprehensive prevention plan in place.
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229Editorial / Security / TechCan we please stop mocking compliance?
Whether you agree with me or not, compliance has made people more aware of more stricter security needs.
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362Security / TechProof-of-concept Alexa hack listens to users and automatically transcribes speech
This proof-of-concept hack once again raises questions about the privacy risks associated with voice-activated digital assistants.
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342Security / TechResearchers find a way to create electronic master key for thousands of hotels
The researchers only needed access to a key from the hotel.
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306Security / TechKaspersky Lab has now gotten its ads banned from Twitter
Twitter claims Kaspersky Lab's business model is in conflict with its advertising rules.
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501Hardware Reviews / Reviews / Security / TechGuardzilla 360 review: A full 360° remote view of the things that matter
The 360° video monitoring is a fantastic idea but it's really done a disservice by the subpar video quality.
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476iOS / Mobile / Security / TechMotherboard investigation says law enforcement is starting to purchase the GrayKey device
Motherboard is reporting that law enforcement agencies all over the country are starting to purchase these devices.
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376Gaming / PC / Security / Tech / XboxPUBG Ransomware is one bit of malware you may not mind getting
OK, so you still really don't want to get any malware ever...
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386Android / Mobile / Security / TechSurvey: 89% of Android users did not give Facebook permission to collect call and text data
It is important to note that surveys aren't always 100% accurate but do help form a hypothesis of the broader picture.
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376Business / Security / TechBest Buy reveals some customer credit card info may have been compromised
Incidents like these should be getting corporations in gear to beef up defenses. Otherwise, they just might start losing customers.
