As IoT devices become more popular, consumers are more frequently questioning the security and/or privacy practices of said devices. The answers to these questions aren’t often easy to find. That could change in the near future. Carnegie Mellon University’s CyLab IEEE Symposium on Security & Privacy team has recently published a study about the prototype […]
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5 Tips for Keeping Your IoT-Connected Home Safe From Hackers
Now more than ever, the plethora of IoT devices we have at our disposal allow our lives to be more convenient and efficient. Among the roles IoT devices can play for us are monitoring our homes, increasing security and controlling numerous devices, like lights and the thermostat. With all this good inevitably comes some bad. […]
Are You Committing One of These IoT Security Mistakes?
As IoT devices are becoming more popular not only in the business world but also in our homes, it’s important to keep device security in mind. If you’re already doing this, great! However, are you committing any of these IoT security mistakes? #1: Sticking with default passwords Sure, it’s easy to just go with the […]
SD-WAN Predictions of 2019
What does the technological landscape of 2019 hold for software-defined networking in a wide area network (SD-WAN) technology solutions? Well, the 2019 horizon promises SD-WAN technological activities, advancements and challenges. The growing popularity and usage of SD-WAN infrastructure means that it will continue to be a viable and vibrant networking setup throughout the new year. […]
Improving Your IT Operations through IoT
When the Internet of Things (IoT) hit the market, it was primarily utilized for web-connected home products and supply chain management. However, it’s now starting to revolutionize the IT departments of companies around the globe, specifically in the areas of security, productivity and efficiency. How IT departments are utilizing IoT 1. Access control One technology […]
How to Safely Shop Online Throughout the Year
We may be into the new year and past the holiday shopping season but it is still advisable to be cautious when you’re shopping online. There are more opportunities than ever for people to take advantage of online shoppers. This includes viruses, phishing schemes and malicious apps that can endanger sensitive information. There are ways, […]