News tagged with wireless security
Guidance on wireless local area network security is close at hand
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has released in final form a guide to enhanced security for wireless local area networks (WLAN). A WLAN is a group of wireless networking devices within a limited ...
Mar 07, 2012 |
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NIST releases two wireless security guides, requests comment
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has issued for public review and comment two draft guides to securing wireless communication networks. NIST is requesting comments on the two publications—one ...
Oct 26, 2011 |
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Simple security for wireless: no password required
In early August, at the Def Con conference — a major annual gathering of computer hackers — someone apparently hacked into many of the attendees’ cell phones, in what may have been the first successful breach ...
Aug 22, 2011 |
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After insulin pump hacking, lawmakers seek review
(AP) -- Two lawmakers are requesting a review of the government's security standards for wireless medical devices after a diabetic discovered how to remotely reprogram his and other people's insulin pumps.
Aug 20, 2011 |
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China cracks down on wi-fi in public spaces
China has ordered public spaces offering wi-fi web access to install costly software to enable police to identify people using the service, state media said Thursday.
Jul 28, 2011 |
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Lookout, Verizon team up for mobile protection
US mobile security firm Lookout is teaming up with US telecom giant Verizon Wireless to protect smartphone users from hackers and scammers.
Jul 20, 2011 |
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Can an MP3 hack your car?
(PhysOrg.com) -- The idea that someone can get into your car without your permission isn't a new one. It's about as old as the coat hanger, but that was back in the days when you locks had a pull up button. ...
Technology / Hi Tech & Innovation
Mar 18, 2011 |
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Researchers successfully hack into automobiles using passive keyless systems
(PhysOrg.com) -- Researchers at a system security group at ETH Zurich in Switzerland were able to access ten automobiles from eight manufactures and drive them away.
Technology / Computer Sciences
Jan 07, 2011 |
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On the hunt for naked Wi-Fi hotspots with a wireless detective
To my untrained eyes, it was a bright and clear Silicon Valley day as we sat in the parking lot of a North San Jose high-tech company. But Dr. Amit Sinha, Motorola engineer and Wi-Fi detective, knew we were surrounded by ...
Apr 07, 2010 |
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Smartphones under growing threat from hackers
Smartphones are under a growing menace from cyber-criminals seeking to hack into web-connected handsets, but the mobile industry has contained the threat so far, security experts said.
Feb 17, 2010 |
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Guide to breaking cell phone security revealed
(AP) -- A German security expert has raised the ire of the cell phone industry after he and a group of researchers posted online a how-to guide for cracking the encryption that keeps the calls of GSM-standard cell phone users ...
Dec 30, 2009 |
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New publication offers security tips for WiMAX networks
Government agencies and other organizations planning to use WiMAX -- Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access—networks can get technical advice on improving the security of their systems from a draft computer security ...
Oct 07, 2009 |
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WPA Wi-Fi Encryption Cracked In Sixty Seconds
(PhysOrg.com) -- Two Japanese computer scientists have developed a way to crack the WPA encryption between wireless routes and devices in 60 seconds.
Aug 28, 2009 |
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PeeWee Pivot Tablet Laptop could be a hit with your kids
Netbooks are a popular choice for people buying laptop computers, and they seem sized appropriately for kids.
Electronics / Consumer & Gadgets
Jul 30, 2009 |
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