Security News

Consumers willing to adopt smart payments but companies need to guarantee security
2019-04-18 05:15

Smart payments adoption shows substantial growth, but consumers have significant security concerns. TNS’ Consumers Confirm Smart Payments Adoption report evaluates US, UK and Australian consumer...

Zero-Day Bug Lays Open TP-Link Smart Home Router
2019-03-29 16:06

However, an attacker would need to already be on the local network to be successful.

TP-Link 'smart' router proves to be anything but smart – just like its maker: Zero-day vuln dropped after silence
2019-03-28 19:40

Google security engineer emits SR20 PoC exploit after manufacturer fails to respond TP-Link's all-in-one SR20 Smart Home Router allows arbitrary command execution from a local network connection,...

Security storm brewing for Oracle Java-powered smart cards: More than a dirty dozen flaws found, fixes... er, any fixes?
2019-03-22 22:08

Vuln hunters warn malicious applets can bust through protections, snoop on or hijack access gizmos Bug hunters say Oracle's Java Card platform is host to a dozen and a half security flaws that...

Multiple Vulnerabilities Fixed in CUJO Smart Firewall
2019-03-20 20:03

Vulnerabilities recently addressed by CUJO AI in the CUJO Smart Firewall could be exploited to take over the device, Cisco Talos security researchers reveal.  read more

Host of Flaws Found in CUJO Smart Firewall
2019-03-19 20:43

Some of the flaws would allow remote code-execution.

Flaws in Smart Alarms Exposed Millions of Cars to Dangerous Hacking
2019-03-08 18:11

Serious vulnerabilities found in high-end car alarms could have been exploited to remotely hack millions of vehicles, including to track them, immobilise them and spy on their owners. read more

No guns or lockpicks needed to nick modern cars if they're fitted with hackable 'smart' alarms
2019-03-08 12:34

Vulnerable kit can immobilise motors and even unlock doors Researchers have discovered that "smart" alarms can allow thieves to remotely kill your engine at speed, unlock car doors and even tamper...

IoT automation platforms open smart buildings to new threats
2019-03-06 07:01

IoT automation platforms in smart buildings are presenting attackers with new opportunities for both physical and data compromise, Trend Micro researchers warn in a newly released report. Their...

Smart Ski Helmet Headphone Flaws Leak Personal, GPS Data
2019-03-04 19:41

A rash of security flaws in the Outdoor Tech CHIPS smart headphones, which fit in ski helmets, allow bad actors to collect data like emails, passwords, GPS location - and even listen to...