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LG Innotek Wi-Fi 6E module improves communication performance and durability
2021-03-04 01:00

LG Innotek has developed the world's first automotive Wi-Fi 6E module with next-generation Wi-Fi technology. This breakthrough will allow LG Innotek to occupy a vantage position in the vehicle communication module market, which has been led by Japan until now.

Unpatched Bug in WiFi Mouse App Opens PCs to Attack
2021-03-03 21:49

The mobile application called WiFi Mouse, which allows users to control mouse movements on a PC or Mac with a smartphone or tablet, has an unpatched bug allowing adversaries to hijack desktop computers, according to researcher Christopher Le Roux who found the flaw. Impacted is the Android app's accompanying WiFi Mouse "Server software" that is needed to be installed on a Windows system and allows the mobile app to control a desktop's mouse movements.

Origin Wireless raises $14M to advance commercialization of WiFi sensing technology
2021-02-24 00:30

Origin Wireless announced it has closed its recent financing round and raised a total of $14 million from key investors and partners including Verizon Ventures and Alarm.com. Prior to closing, Origin achieved key milestones as a high-tech startup, including its first award-winning commercial product with the Linksys Aware in 2019, and continues to build a solid IP portfolio.

Galgus receives CERTIFIED Passpoint seal of approval from Wi-Fi Alliance
2021-02-23 00:30

Galgus has received the CERTIFIED Passpoint seal of approval. Galgus WiFi network provides quality Internet access while collecting interesting contextual information for the infrastructure managers.

D-Link unveils DCS-8300LHV2 Full HD Wi-Fi Camera with AI-based person detection
2021-02-19 01:30

D-Link presented its latest DCS-8300LHV2 Full HD Wi-Fi Camera with AI-based person detection. Not only does the DCS-8300LHV2 capture video in Full HD 1080p with a 120-degree field of view, but it also features 360-degree adjustable positioning and 5m night vision so that users see everything, even in the dark.

Microsoft releases emergency fix for Windows 10 WiFi crashes
2021-02-11 18:40

Microsoft has released an emergency KB5001028 out-of-band update to fix a bug causing Windows 10 to crash when connecting to WPA3 Wi-Fi networks. According to a new support issue posted to Microsoft's Windows Message Center, the bug was introduced in the recent Windows 10 1909 cumulative updates.

Windows 10 emergency update fixes WPA3 Wi-Fi blue screen crashes
2021-02-11 18:40

Microsoft has released an emergency KB5001028 out-of-band update to fix a bug causing Windows 10 to crash when connecting to WPA3 Wi-Fi networks. According to a new support issue posted to Microsoft's Windows Message Center, the bug was introduced in the recent Windows 10 1909 cumulative updates.

Vulnerabilities in Realtek Wi-Fi Module Expose Many Devices to Remote Attacks
2021-02-04 13:21

Major vulnerabilities in the Realtek RTL8195A Wi-Fi module expose embedded devices used in a myriad of industries to remote attacks, researchers with automated device security platform provider Vdoo reveal. The low-power Wi-Fi module is designed for use in embedded devices, and is being used in a broad range of industries, including automotive, agriculture, energy, healthcare, industrial, and security.

Critical Bugs Found in Popular Realtek Wi-Fi Module for Embedded Devices
2021-02-04 00:36

Major vulnerabilities have been discovered in the Realtek RTL8195A Wi-Fi module that could have been exploited to gain root access and take complete control of a device's wireless communications. The Realtek RTL8195A module is a standalone, low-power-consumption Wi-Fi hardware module targeted at embedded devices used in several industries such as agriculture, smart home, healthcare, gaming, and automotive sectors.

D-Link COVR-X1870 Series Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 Systems provide faster speeds and greater capacity
2021-01-27 01:30

D-Link announced their new COVR-X1870 Series Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 Systems, including multi-pack options that are all equipped with Wi-Fi 6 and mesh technology to provide faster speeds, greater capacity, and less network congestion for the modern device-dense smart home. With next generation speeds of up to 1.8 Gbps total, these Covr AX Wi-Fi 6 solutions are perfect for simultaneous 4K streaming, VR gaming, video calling, and keeping the smart home connected.