Security News

Using smart meter data constitutes a search, but court allows them anyway
2018-08-23 10:58

US cities using smart meters narrowly escaped a legal problem this month when a court decided that the benefits of these IoT devices outweighed the privacy issues created by collecting detailed...

Smart plug flaw gives hackers access to business networks, highlights IoT security challenges
2018-08-22 13:11

A flaw in Belkin's Wemo Insight Smart Plug could give attackers access to a user's network, according to McAfee.

Security of smart utilities leaves a lot to be desired
2018-08-22 11:30

The modernization of utility infrastructures is enabling increased efficiencies and reliability through digitization, connectivity, and IT-based approaches. Smart cyber assets are transforming...

Security MadLibs: Your IOT electrical outlet can now pwn your smart TV
2018-08-21 20:30

McAfee finds new way to break thing that shouldn't be on your home network in the first place Researchers with McAfee have spotted a vulnerability in 'smart' power plugs that can be used to breach...

Belkin IoT Smart Plug Flaw Allows Remote Code Execution in Smart Homes
2018-08-21 16:58

An unpatched buffer overflow flaw allows remote attackers to completely take over the device and enter the home network.

Smart homes can be easily hacked via unsecured MQTT servers
2018-08-20 15:53

The Internet of Things is full of security holes, and the latest one has been pointed out by Avast researcher Martin Hron: unsecured MQTT servers. What is MQTT? The Message Queuing Telemetry...

Open MQTT Servers Raise Physical Threats in Smart Homes
2018-08-16 13:44

Misconfigured DIY smart-home hubs for home automation could allow attackers to track owners’ movements, see if smart doors and windows are opened or closed, and even open garage doors.

Your smart air conditioner could contribute to mass power outages
2018-08-15 12:20

Researchers call the scenario BlackIoT: an IoT botnet of high-wattage devices that could crash the power grid.

Vulnerabilities in smart card drivers open systems to attackers
2018-08-13 17:33

Security researcher Eric Sesterhenn of X41 D-SEC GmbH has unearthed a number of vulnerabilities in several smart card drivers, some of which can allow attackers to log into the target system...