Security News

Ep. 015 – USB anti-hacking, bypassing 2FA and government insecurity [PODCAST]
2019-01-18 11:22

Here's the latest Naked Security podcast - enjoy!

USB-C Authentication sounds great, so why are people worried?
2019-01-14 11:23

USB-C Authentication could banish USB threats forever, but it might also mean you're tied to buying ‘approved’ accessories.

New Protocol Authenticates USB Type-C Chargers, Devices
2019-01-03 07:15

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Border agents are copying travelers’ data, leaving it on USB drives
2018-12-13 13:27

It's just one of many SOP SNAFUs of a pilot program for advanced searches of travelers' devices that doesn't even have performance metrics.

Apricorn introduces its USB drive: the next-generation Aegis Fortress L3
2018-12-06 12:27

Apricorn released the Aegis Fortress L3, which brings security validation to a high capacity storage system. The new range includes FIPS validated USB 3.0, 3.1 and 3.2 drives, with military grade...

Symantec Unveils USB Scanning Station for ICS, IoT Environments
2018-12-05 14:24

Symantec on Wednesday unveiled a new product designed to protect critical infrastructure organizations, including industrial and Internet of Things (IoT) environments, against USB-borne threats. read more

Between you, me and that dodgy-looking USB: A little bit of paranoia never hurt anyone
2018-11-13 09:40

Let's lift our eyes from the balance sheet and take a look around... Arriving at a recent conference organised by one of the government's many regulatory bodies, I received my obligatory lanyard –...

USB threat vector trends and implications for industrial operators
2018-11-02 13:31

In an attempt to make industrial control systems less accessible to attackers, industrial players are limiting network access and increasingly using USB media devices to transfer patches, updates...

USB Drives Deliver Dangerous Malware to Industrial Facilities: Honeywell
2018-11-01 18:25

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How to encrypt a USB flash drive with GNOME Disks
2018-10-10 18:41

If you use Linux, and are looking for an easy method of encrypting data on your USB drives, Jack Wallen has you covered. With the help of GNOME Disks, this process is very easy.