Cisco’s big network IOS routers hit by 9.9-out-of-10 security flaw
But according to Cisco this is not a critical bug because attacks are localized to the virtual OS instance.
But according to Cisco this is not a critical bug because attacks are localized to the virtual OS instance.
With the Kickstarter controversy behind it, Anonabox is back with three new products for easily routing your web traffic over the Tor network or a VPN.
Former Walmart CISO Walker replaces Hoff
At last year's Black Hat security conference, a team comprised mostly of researchers from the the University of Central Florida set alarm bells ringing when it showed just how easily a hacker could make deep cyber inroads into a smart home using the Nest thermostat . Inspired and curious, researchers at security firm TrapX Security took it upon themselves to put those claims to the test in a real-world scenario.
Pulkit Chandna | 11 Mar | Read more
O D worries that other people, including criminals, can see his IP address. "What can happen if they come into my router?"
Lincoln Spector | 17 Feb | Read more
A vulnerability in Asuswrt, the firmware running on many wireless router models from Asustek Computer, allows attackers to completely compromise the affected devices. Malicious hackers, however, need to launch their attacks from within the local networks served by the vulnerable routers.
Lucian Constantin | 10 Jan | Read more
The computer industry has worked hard to make sure that a lot of the gadgets we use are mostly plug-and-play. In other words, you just fire up the device, login and you're ready to go--no configuration necessary. One device you should never consider "plug-and-play," however, is your home's network and wireless router.
A serious vulnerability in an embedded Web server used by many router models from different manufacturers allows remote attackers to take control of affected devices over the Internet.
Lucian Constantin | 19 Dec | Read more
Home and business users are likely to keep missing attacks on their increasing numbers of connected devices as hackers focus on new ways of exploiting the new 'Internet of Things' (IoT), an ESET security researcher has warned.
David Braue | 13 Nov | Read more
Anonabox, a portable router that claims to hide your online tracks, is taking another stab at crowdfunding after getting booted from Kickstarter last month. The Tor-based device has resurfaced on Indiegogo, where it has already surpassed its $13,370 funding goal.
Jared Newman | 12 Nov | Read more
Staying anonymous online could get a lot simpler with Anonabox, a pocket-sized networking device due to launch early next year.
Jared Newman | 15 Oct | Read more
At a time of growing concern about the security of interconnected devices in homes, a startup aims to provide consumers with a type of network security system traditionally used by businesses.
Lucian Constantin | 18 Aug | Read more
Routers appear to be as insecure as ever, after hackers successfully compromised five popular wireless models during a contest at the DefCon 22 security conference, reporting 15 new vulnerabilities to affected vendors.
Lucian Constantin | 13 Aug | Read more
Specialized servers used by many ISPs to manage routers and other gateway devices provisioned to their customers are accessible from the Internet and can easily be taken over by attackers, researchers warn.
Lucian Constantin | 10 Aug | Read more
Advocacy group the Electronic Frontier Foundation wants to address the poor security track record of home routers with a new firmware project that will encourage users to share their Internet connection publicly by setting up guest Wi-Fi networks.
Lucian Constantin | 22 Jul | Read more