Security News

Linksys Smart Wi-Fi routers full of flaws, but temporary fix is available (Help Net Security)
2017-04-20 22:28

Over 20 models of Linksys Smart Wi-Fi routers have been found to have vulnerabilities that, if exploited, could allow attackers to overload a router and force a reboot, deny user access, leak...

Smart TV Hack via the Broadcast Signal (Schneier on Security)
2017-04-20 12:41

This is impressive: The proof-of-concept exploit uses a low-cost transmitter to embed malicious commands into a rogue TV signal. That signal is then broadcast to nearby devices. It worked against...

Over 85% Of Smart TVs Can Be Hacked Remotely Using Broadcasting Signals (The Hackers News)
2017-04-01 01:21

The Internet-connected devices are growing at an exponential rate, and so are threats to them. Due to the insecure implementation, a majority of Internet-connected embedded devices, including...