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How to Configure a Router to Use WPA2 in 7 Easy Steps

eSecurity Planet

To protect against those threats, a Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) encryption protocol is recommended. WPA2 is a security protocol that secures wireless networks using the advanced encryption standard (AES). WEP and WPA are both under 4%, while WPA2 commands a 73% share of known wireless encryption connections.

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IoT Cybersecurity: 5 Major Vulnerabilities and How to Tackle Them

Security Affairs

One of the examples relates to the default settings users get when starting to use a new service. As an example, we could use communications between systems that are not properly encrypted. Improper encryption. Hackers or other malicious sources can intercept poorly encrypted communications on the web.

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Wireless Security: WEP, WPA, WPA2 and WPA3 Explained

eSecurity Planet

To prevent unwanted access and protect data in transit, wireless connections must be secured with strong authentication procedures, encryption protocols, access control rules, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and other security measures. As a result, wireless networks are prone to eavesdropping, illegal access and theft.

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Guest Blog: TalkingTrust. What’s driving the security of IoT?

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

There are so many reasons why manufacturers connect their products to the Internet, whether it’s industrial machines, medical devices, consumer goods or even cars. Additionally, many auto manufacturers now have the ability to remotely update software to fix vulnerabilities or even upgrade functionality. Co-ordination is key.

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3 Ways to Protect Smart Devices from Criminal Exploits

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

One famous example of a digital break-in via a Smart Device is the Casino Fish Tank attack. 1) Manufacturer Protocols “Matter” First, consumers should seek to purchase Smart Devices that are Matter certified. Additionally, in today’s connected world, the burglar hacking into a Smart Device may or may not be a person.

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Best Ransomware Removal and Recovery Services

eSecurity Planet

The second piece – which your EDR vendor, for example, may already offer – is a ransomware removal tool that may be able to decrypt your data and remove the ransomware quickly, and possibly even block an attack before it gets anywhere. Get recommendations on how to protect against new threats. Ransomware removal tools. Proven Data.

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xHelper, the Unkillable Android malware that re-Installs after factory reset

Security Affairs

The researchers also provided information on how to remove xHelper from an infected device. Upon the installation, the malicious app registers itself as a foreground service and extracts an encrypted payload that gathers information about the victim’s device (android_id, manufacturer, model, firmware version, etc.)