According to court documents, in September and October of 2016, the individual and others created a botnet, which was a variant of the so-called “Mirai” botnet, for use in launching DDoS attacks. Keep Reading
The bill would require private sector groups providing devices to the federal government to notify agencies if the internet-connected device has a vulnerability that could leave the government open to attacks. Keep Reading
Even though these devices have been around since 2003, according to new research the security of these devices has not improved significantly. Keep Reading
“We are honored to be recognized by IoT Evolution World for our achievements in making IoT connectivity and security a reality,” said Scott Whittle, President of IP Technology Labs. Keep Reading
Several data streams are being updated in real-time and a well-networked system will make operations more streamlined and efficient. Keep Reading
From DDoS to home network exposures, it appears cybercriminals have set their sights on the digital dependence inside the smart home — and users must be prepared. Keep Reading
One example: a September 2016 attack on the hosting provider OVH used a botnet that enlisted approximately 150,000 devices to send 1 terabyte of data per second at the victim’s servers. Keep Reading
The bill, introduced in the Senate by Mark Warner (D-Va.) and Cory Gardner (R-Colo.) and in the House by Reps. Will Hurd (R-Texas) and Robin Kelly (D-Ill.), hopes to use the federal government's power as a large consumer to raise security standards in the IoT ecosystem as a whole. Keep Reading
With more devices “needing” to connect to the internet, the possibility of your WiFi enabled toaster getting hacked and tweeting out your credit card number is, amazingly, no longer a joke. Keep Reading
The role of cyber and physical security in preparing for all hazards is continually evolving; strong collaboration is key. Keep Reading
Developing guidance and recommendations that align with modern, agile IT development methods is one of the key challenges efforts will face. Keep Reading
What used to be isolated, air gapped “set and forget” OT networks have become ground zero for potentially debilitating cyber attacks. Keep Reading
New malware targeting IoT devices grew 72 percent, with total malware growing 203 percent in the last four quarters, McAfee found. Keep Reading
Beyond all-too-common corporate attacks, 2018 saw accelerated threat activity across a diverse range of targets and victims. Keep Reading
The investment includes the opening of a Client Center to help clients face the business challenges in their industries through Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cloud, Blockchain, Security, and Internet of Things (IoT). Keep Reading
How to prevent attacks and devastating ripple effects if you're a financial institution, customer or a vendor. Keep Reading
Industrial controllers are the workhorses of modern society and have become ground zero for nation-state attacks. Keep Reading
Password protection and updated devices are just as important in a smart home as they are on a computer or mobile phone. Keep Reading
Cybersecurity and privacy risks for IoT devices can be thought of in terms of high-level 209 risk mitigation goals – protecting device security, protecting data security, and protecting individuals’ privacy. Keep Reading
Malware authors continue to evolve these variants, making the malware more powerful and portable across different platforms and architectures. Keep Reading