by wwarren | Mar 9, 2025 | IOT, Security
Many cameras require open ports for remote access.and also run outdated operating systems that are ripe for takeover. This article points out this attack leveraged Linux…Linux itself isn’t the issue, the lack of security updates AND the fact the cameras...
by wwarren | Jan 22, 2025 | Android, Cloud Computing, Google, IOT
In summary..if you have a Pixel 8 Pro or Samsung S24 Ultra, The S25 series and Pixel 9 are not compelling upgrades. If you have a phone that’s more than two years old then upgrading might be a good idea. However, the Pixel 8 Pro and the Samsung S24 series will...
by wwarren | Nov 17, 2017 | Amazon, Cloud Computing, Internet, IOT, Security
Amazon Key IMO is a bad idea. The fact that it is based on IOT makes it worse. The very concept of you give someone access to your house with no other controls…there’s a camera to watch them but a camera will not stop anyone from doing anything...
by wwarren | Jul 18, 2017 | Cloud Computing, Internet, IOT, Security, Security Alerts
Yet another IOT security issue. this one is actually a remote code exploit so once again a flaw allows IOT devices to get taken over Two things: Do not let IOT have access to your internal network. It MUST be firewalled onto its own network. Do not allow IOT access...
by wwarren | Dec 5, 2016 | Hardware, Internet, IOT, Open Source, Security, Security Alerts
From if it sounds to good to be true it probably is department: I was notified about something being hawked on a public Facebook page. Supposedly you can “fire your cable company” with this little box. What got them suspicious is the fact the seller would...
by wwarren | Oct 25, 2016 | Cloud Computing, DDOS, Internet, IOT, Security, Security Alerts
I have made another video where I attempt to simplify the DDOS and what it means for your security. Take a look at this video and feel free to comment on my Facebook page. DDOS and your security simplified.ETC Maryland followup video in DDOS and your security Posted...
