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Release the KRACKen: flaw in Wi-Fi security leaves users vulnerable

October 17, 2017 admin cybersecurity, Exploits, firmware, FYI, https, KRACK, Mobile, Wi-Fi

Credit to Author: Jean Taggart| Date: Tue, 17 Oct 2017 16:44:37 +0000

A serious flaw in the wireless protocol that secures all modern protected Wi-Fi networks has been discovered. If your device supports Wi-Fi, it is most likely affected. This feasible attack, dubbed KRACK, could abuse design or implementation flaws in the Wi-Fi standard, not some specific hardware.

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Some MacOS Users Aren’t Getting the Firmware Security Patches They Think They Have

October 2, 2017 admin apple, firmware, Mac, MacOS, patches, Security, Updates

Credit to Author: Lucian Constantin| Date: Mon, 02 Oct 2017 14:00:00 +0000

Do you know if your Mac’s low-level firmware is up to date with the latest patches? You might not be able to, researchers say.

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How to Update All Your Gear (For Safety!)

March 13, 2017 admin Android, firmware, gear, iOS, Security, software, Updates

Credit to Author: Brian Barrett| Date: Sun, 12 Mar 2017 12:00:44 +0000

The simplest thing you can do to make yourself just a little bit safer: Keep your firmware up to date. The post How to Update All Your Gear (For Safety!) appeared first on WIRED.

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The Easiest Way To Protect Your Devices From Hacks? Keep Them Updated

March 12, 2017 admin Android, firmware, gear, iOS, Security, software, Updates

Credit to Author: Brian Barrett| Date: Sun, 12 Mar 2017 12:00:44 +0000

The Easiest Way To Protect Your Devices From Hacks? Keep Them Updated

The simplest thing you can do to make yourself just a little bit safer: Keep your firmware up to date. The post The Easiest Way To Protect Your Devices From Hacks? Keep Them Updated appeared first on WIRED.