Three years ago, former President Trump tweeted this image along with a denial of the U.S.’ involvement with a launch accident involving Iran’s Safir SLV rocket. Now, this image has been officially declassified so why are Pentagon and intelligence officials so disturbed? Trump’s controversial handling of classified documents is nothing new. When his Mar-a-Lago home… Read More »
Billions of Bluetooth Devices Are Contagious With Malware – Make Sure You Aren’t the Next Victim
More than 8.2 billion devices use Bluetooth. Most of our Internet of Things (IoT) devices employ Bluetooth to connect and communicate with each other. In fact, most computers have Bluetooth capability as well. This includes your laptop, tablet, smartphone, smart TV, home alarm system, garage door, smart car, smart refrigerator, keyboard, mouse, speakers, baby monitor,… Read More »
Paying Twice At The Pumps: Beware of Bluetooth Skimmers
Consumers looking to fill up at the pump often look for the gas station with the best prices. They are too busy to notice the possibility of nearby cybercriminals stealing their credit card information, but that’s exactly what is happening at some gas pumps. Through the magic of wireless technology, thieves can rest in their… Read More »
Segway Hacked With or Without Operator Aboard
For all of Segway’s advanced mechanics and incredible feats of stabilization, this futuristic ride hasn’t had the smoothest ride since it’s introduction. Originally launched at the end of 2001 under a veil of secrecy and hype, Segway slowly became more of a punchline over the ensuing years due to it’s inflated price and association with… Read More »
There’s Only 1 Way To Secure Trump’s Phone
There’s Only 1 Way To Secure Trump’s Phone Smartphone security is a fairly binary process these days. Whether you’re sporting an iPhone, Android or even Blackberry or Windows smartphone, any security expert will tell you that none are 100% secure. This might not be an issue for most of us but what about the leader of the… Read More »
Hackers Are In Love With My Printer (part 2)
Last week, I wrote about how weak printer security remains in general. I included a few tips but I do not know if the message got through. Users still tend to think of printers as dumb USB or wireless devices. Modern printers are powerful computers in their own right and when you connect that to… Read More »
RFID Pickpocketing Debunked
RFID Pickpocketing Debunked Pickpocketing might seem like a crime from centuries past but that doesn’t stop me from checking my wallet periodically when I stroll through crowded areas. As a wireless and cybersecurity expert, paranoia is part of my business but that doesn’t mean we all have to succumb to that psychosis. That’s why I wanted… Read More »
WhatsApp Is Encrypted But It’s No iMessage
WhatsApp Is Encrypted But It’s No iMessage WhatsApp just announced end-to-end encryption for their 1 billion + users. Their massive user base overshadow Apple’s own iMessage network on Apple’s own devices alone. It would also seem that they are taking a page out of Apple’s own playbook by offering end-to-end encryption. WhatsApp’s parent company, Facebook, is also… Read More »
