Security News

‘Fake Fingerprints’ Bypass Scanners with 3D Printing
2020-04-08 13:00

New research has found that it's possible to use 3D printing technology to create "Fake fingerprints" that can bypass most fingerprint scanners used by popular devices. Cisco Talos today came out with some new research regarding how these scanners can be defeated using different technologies like 3D printing, and basically looking at fingerprint scanners and the security behind them in general.

UK Printing Company Exposed Military Documents
2020-03-20 16:42

Cybersecurity researchers say UK-based document printing and binding company Doxzoo exposed hundreds of gigabytes of information, including documents related to the US and British military, by leaving an AWS S3 bucket unprotected. The exposed data included names, addresses, email addresses, passport scans, partial payment information, order details, copyrighted publications, teacher's guides, certifications and diplomas, medical documents, floor plans, personal photos, and documents that users likely paid for, such as university course materials and diet and exercise plans.

Security? We've heard of it! But why be a party pooper when there's printing to be done
2019-08-16 07:04

The boss that went rogue and cocked a snook at the corporate policy he wrote On Call With the gateway to the weekend upon us, it is time to crack open the On Call files once again to enjoy a tale...

Double-sided printing data ballsup leaves insurance giant Chubb with egg on its face
2019-05-10 08:36

Firm ever so sorry, takes security of info seriously, vows not to do it again etc Insurer Chubb scored a privacy own goal recently when a double-sided printing error on bulk mailers sent to...

The security issues 3D printing should solve before going mainstream
2018-08-08 12:00

It’s always fun when you can mix your personal hobbies and interests with your profession, and often the passion you carry for the things you love can lead to valuable and productive insights for...

Canon selects Vera to secure the future of digital imaging and printing
2018-02-14 05:15

Canon has selected Vera to secure and protect Canon’s fleet of digital imaging and printing products and services. This partnership will help enterprises protect their intellectual property and...

Printing and Marketing Firm Leaks High-Profile Customers’ Data (Threatpost)
2017-02-02 19:56

MacKeeper says it has found gigabytes of sensitive personal data stored by PIP Printing and Marketing Services and accessible online.