How WanaCrypt Encrypts Your Files
WannaCrypt was clearly the security story of the month. ComputerPhile examines how it encrypts your files.
Tagged: Security
Internet of Things Problems
University of Cambridge’s Professor Ross Anderson explains why safety should be higher on the IoT agenda than privacy. Considering that a hacked car that could kill you, this is some seriously disconcerting stuff..
Journalist Dares Expert Hackers to Hack Him
Here is a fascinating look into online security. Set around DEFCON, a journalist asks professional hackers to hack him and it’s a fascinating look into how vulnerable the modern world is. It may even be easier than you think.
ISPs Could Sell User Web Data with Senate Vote
Hak5 explains the latest news in online security and privacy. This week is filled with bad news, not the least of which is the bill going through Congress that will allow ISPs to sell user data.
What is CloudBleed?
In case you haven’t already heard about the CloudBleed bug and the risks thereof, stop what you’re doing and watch this video from Hak5. Also, if you write code and still use SHA-1, then stop. Right now.
Fileless Malware Confounds Conventional Scanners
Just when you thought it was safe to use the internet (or any electronic device) comes this article in Wired Magazine about “fileless malware.” So-called fileless malware avoids detection by hiding its payload in secluded spots, like a computer’s random-access memory or kernel, meaning it doesn’t depend on hard drive...
Amazon Devices Digital Security
Here’s an interesting look at how Amazon makes sure its consumer devices and services remain secure.
Top 5 Security and Privacy Apps for a Secure 2017
Start your 2017 off right with some apps to protect you privacy and security that Hak5 highlights in this video.
How Easy is it to Capture Data on Public Free Wi-Fi?
In case you need another reason to either not connect to public Wi-Fi or install a VPN client when you do, this video ought to convince you to change your ways.
Security and the Internet of Things infographic
Here’s an interesting infographic about security and the IoT. (I’m going to see if I can find a higher resolution version of this, as there’s a lot of fine print worth reading.) [found via Twitter]
