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Attackers compromised code-checking vendor’s tool for two months

In a software supply-chain attack reminiscent of the SolarWinds compromise, unknown attackers used a vulnerable tool published by code checking firm Codecov for a little over two months to collect sensitive development information from the company’s clients. Codecov, which provides tools and services to check how well software tests are covering code under development, in […]

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The IoT security challenge for enterprises

As the proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT) devices throughout the enterprise continues, security issues won’t go away. On the positive side, tech professionals are quite aware, especially as they witness the skyrocketing growth in the number of connected devices throughout their organizations. By 2025, Statista estimates the total installed base of connected IoT devices globally will […]

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Dependency problems increase for open-source components

The average software application depends on more than 500 open source libraries and components, up 77% from 298 dependencies in two years, highlighting the difficulty of tracking the vulnerabilities in every software component, according to a new report from software management firm Synopsys. In its “Open Source Security and Risk Analysis” (OSSRA) report, the company […]

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How smart environments will take shape post-COVID-19

Smart buildings and spaces have been a priority for some time, promoting energy efficiency, better user experience and security, smart environments have gotten even more important recently. Traditionally, smart environments have focused on curbing energy use in buildings, creating automation of temperature monitoring, lighting, and other amenities. Smart environments aim to satisfy the experience of […]

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IoT enterprise deployments continue apace, despite COVID-19

Despite the economic impact of COVID-19 on the economy as a whole, IoT projects continue to show value and gather forward momentum in various industries, according to a recent Omdia survey. The survey, titled “IoT Enterprise Survey, 2021,” explored IoT adoption trends in various industries and the prospects for adoption in the near term. According to the […]

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Fujitsu: Cyber cretins are casing out private 5G

Japan’s Fujitsu is inking a partnership with the US-Japanese cybersecurity giant Trend Micro and it’s all around cybersecurity and private 5G. Fujitsu and Trend Micro’s cooperation will kick off with a simulated smart factory environment, and an operational Fujitsu one. It sports a whirring menagerie of high-definition monitoring cameras and automatic guided vehicles. This simulated smart factory […]

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Faster in-vehicle Wi-Fi dependent on faster connectivity

Next-generation wifi technology could save manufacturers millions in over the air (OTA) updates carrying costs while offering a more seamless experience for passengers. LG Innotek has recently launched an automotive wifi module based on the next-generation wifi 6E (6th Generation Extendend) technology using 6 GHz bandwidth. The module employs a combination of communications chipset, a […]

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Digital-health infrastructure benefits from cloud-to-edge architecture

During COVID-19, digital health took off as physical distancing requirements became paramount. Some providers saw increases in virtual visits in the tens of thousands, other components, including remote patient monitoring and wearable technology, were becoming more commonplace. Prior to the advent of the pandemic, 88% of healthcare providers had invested in a remote patient monitoring (RPM) […]

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IoT Cybersecurity Act places security onus on device makers

The IoT Cybersecurity Act is a good start for IoT pros to implement more security features on devices. However, securing assets through proactive measures, including vulnerability assessments and disclosure programs are options that could back the wider builder community in the fight against bad actors. Signed into law in December 2020, the bipartisan legislation forces any Internet […]

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UC-Berkeley survey shines light on cybersecurity concerns surrounding smart-city technologies

Sensor-based Internet of Things (IoT) technologies can introduce significant cybersecurity vulnerabilities to jurisdictions, and this risk factor should be considered by decision makers as they determine whether to proceed with smart-city initiatives, according to researchers from the University of California-Berkeley. Entitled “The Cybersecurity Risks of Smart-City Technologies: What do the experts think?” the white paper—written […]

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Attackers compromised code-checking vendor’s tool for two months

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The IoT security challenge for enterprises

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Dependency problems increase for open-source components

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How smart environments will take shape post-COVID-19

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IoT enterprise deployments continue apace, despite COVID-19

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Fujitsu: Cyber cretins are casing out private 5G

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Faster in-vehicle Wi-Fi dependent on faster connectivity

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Digital-health infrastructure benefits from cloud-to-edge architecture

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IoT Cybersecurity Act places security onus on device makers

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UC-Berkeley survey shines light on cybersecurity concerns surrounding smart-city technologies

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