Security News > 2018 > May

What’s so special about the SamSam ransomware? [VIDEO]
2018-05-02 16:58

SamSam ransomware: fewer victims, but bigger disruption and a higher decryption price if you get caught. Here's what to do to stay safe.

Medical devices vulnerable to KRACK Wi-Fi attacks
2018-05-02 16:50

Some KRACKs still haven't been papered over.

How to set up an SFTP server on Linux
2018-05-02 16:48

These steps walk you through the process of setting up an SFTP server on Linux for the secure transfer of files for specialized file transfer-only users.

Facebook Introduces ‘Clear History’ Option Amid Data Scandal
2018-05-02 16:07

Facebook hopes to improve data privacy with a new feature letting users flush their history so that it is cleared from their account.

Facebook announces “Clear History” privacy tool
2018-05-02 15:51

Facebook has announced new products and redesigns of old ones during its annual F8 developer conference, as well as changes meant to reassure users that the company is doing something about user...

Google's .app domains offer built-in security for developers and tech pros
2018-05-02 15:50

HTTPS will be required to connect to all .app websites, Google said.

Vlad that's over: Remote code flaws in Schneider Electric apps whacked
2018-05-02 15:18

Putin the patch, critical infrastructure firms warned Infosec researchers at Tenable Security have unearthed a remote code execution flaw in critical infrastructure software made by energy...

Regulus Cyber Aims to Secure Cars, Robots With $6.3 Million Funding
2018-05-02 15:01

Regulus Cyber emerged from stealth mode this week with $6.3 million in funding and a solution designed to protect sensors, communications and data in autonomous cars and trucks, robots and drones....

Schneider Electric Patches Critical RCE Vulnerability
2018-05-02 14:13

Researchers found a critical remote code execution vulnerability afflicting two Schneider Electric products that could give attackers to disrupt or shut down plant operations.

Massive flaw could give hackers full control of critical infrastructure
2018-05-02 13:49

A flaw in two Schneider Electric applications used in manufacturing, oil and gas, and water facilities could have given bad actors complete control of the systems.