hardware
Wearable technology privacy and security issues
In this interview, Dominic Storey, EMEA Technical Director at Cisco, talks about the security attacks wearable devices are susceptible to at the moment, how security should be …
Thecus N5550 NAS Server inside and out
Having a backup drive has become essential. Those serious about their storage needs turn to NAS devices. Like most tech available today, those range from introductory models …
Supposedly patched router backdoor was simply hidden
When security systems’ engineer and researcher Eloi Vanderbeken discovered the existence of a backdoor in his own Linksys router last Christmas, he spurred other hackers …
The dismal state of SATCOM security
Satellite Communications (SATCOM) play a vital role in the global telecommunications system, but the security of the devices used leaves much to be desired, says Ruben …
Thecus expands SMB and enterprise NAS line
Thecus is pleased to announce the expansion on the company’s SMB and Enterprise NAS line with the 10GbE Ready N7710 and N8810U. These new models offer identical hardware …
24 million routers expose ISPs to DNS-based DDoS attacks
DNS-based DDoS amplification attacks have significantly increased in the recent months, targeting vulnerable home routers worldwide. A simple attack can create 10s of Gbps of …
New Linksys dual-band Wireless-AC Access Points released
Linksys expanded its business networking line-up with two new 802.11ac access points which allow network administrators, resellers and businesses to deploy a high-speed …
Tips for improving your cyber security
With cyber threats around the globe evolving and becoming more sophisticated, evidenced by the recent data breach at retailer Target, it is important that consumers protect …
Cisco expands wireless LAN portfolio
Wireless networks have become a quintessential component for businesses, providing much more than basic connectivity. With the increasing adoption of 802.11ac, organizations …
Over half of Android users fail to lock their phones
An ad hoc survey conducted by Google’s anti-abuse research lead Elie Bursztein has shown that over half of Android users don’t lock their phones in any meaningful …
Working with the Toshiba FlashAir II wireless SD card
With storage prices declining and the popularity of SD cards increasing, some computer makers are incorporating SD card readers into their machines. I find myself using them …
You can now buy smartphones with preinstalled spyware
Did you know that instead of installing a spying app on a target’s phone, you can now gift them one with the app already preinstalled on it? MTechnology LTD has released …