A Look at the Unique Security Issues of Industrial IoT
The Internet of Things (IoT) is quickly growing into a massive industry with a limitless amount of applications. This includes broader applications to city- and region-wide utilities. Dubbed “the Industrial IoT (IIoT)” or “Industry 4.0”, this IoT subset deals with aspects like transportation, manufacturing, energy, and water. IIoT promises high-grade automation and improved efficiency. The […]
A Dive Into the Dark World of Shadow IoT (And How to Reduce the Risks)
The rapid development of the Internet of Things (IoT) has unlocked a multitude of unprecedented benefits for companies and consumers. But as new capabilities become possible through this connected technology, so do new concerns. Cybersecurity has plagued IoT since its inception. Because many IoT developers prioritize innovation, this vital factor has taken a backseat and […]
Mirai Botnets Are Back to Threaten IoT Security Again
The Internet of Things (IoT) keeps growing in terms of features and capabilities. But IoT developers are facing a significant step back with security issues. Case in point: The Mirai botnet virus is re-emerging in IoT infrastructure. It’s time to vigorously tackle this malicious problem once and for all before it comes back with a […]
Companies of the Cybersecurity Tech Accord Continue to Make Cyberspace a Safer Place
Cybersecurity affects every level of technology, from app developers and software architects to the end-user. That’s why we believe cybersecurity is one of the most important aspects of any project; without it, there is no peace of mind or guarantee to the user that their information is in safe hands. When we joined the Cybersecurity […]
How China Hacked Amazon, Apple, and Many More With a Tiny Chip
China’s garnered plenty of media attention lately, mostly in relation to the controversy surrounding Google’s censored search engine for the country. But now, there’s a new unsettling story to steal the spotlight. It was recently discovered that motherboards shipped from China for use by Apple and Amazon had a tiny microchip on them. This hack […]
The British Airways Breach: 22 Lines of Code Stole the Data of 380,000 People
Whether you’re a mobile app developer or user, cybersecurity is serious business. Hackers are becoming more cunning and conniving with each day that passes. The data of approximately 380,000 British Airways customers could have been jeopardized recently. And it only took 22 lines of code to do it. Telltale Signs of a Common Culprit On September […]
Should You Be Concerned About Smart Home Data Security?
In most technologies, including the Internet of Things (IoT), developers worry about implementing functionality before cybersecurity. And while this plan of attack may work nicely for executives, it often leaves software vulnerable to an expensive security breach that costs more to fix than to build in from the get-go. According to Gemalto Security’s Breach Level […]
The FCC Admits Last Year’s Infamous Hack Never Actually Happened
Last year, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) reported that the comments section of its website was hacked. Recently, the agency confirmed what many had already suspected — the hack never actually happened. Smoke and Mirrors Back in May 2017, the idea of the FCC repealing net neutrality was starting to become more of a real […]
Vote for Rob Pope to Return to SXSW!
We need your help! At SXSW 2018, Rob Pope, our CTO, discussed the “Internet of Scary Things” and even gave an action-packed live hacking demonstration. It was a resounding success! At the next SXSW, Rob plans on talking about “Crypto Crime: How to Steal Cryptocurrency” and will give another live hacking demo! Voting for SXSW 2019’s PanelPicker […]
Academics Investigate the Age-Old Question: Is Your Phone Secretly Spying on You?
It’s a common belief, especially after the National Security Administration’s scandal with Edward Snowden, that the U.S. Government is spying on its citizens. Tech companies don’t do much to help this case, either. For example, many people have claimed that Facebook showed them ads for dog kennels when they have no dogs — but they […]