Passwords have always been one of the simplest security methods, but the presence of default passwords in the IoT (Internet of Things) is very dangerous. Many IoT devices come set up with a default password in place which is certainly a nice option, but when that...
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Creating a Culture of Security in the Internet of Things
Hackers aren’t the only threat to the security of your organization’s Internet of Things (IoT), your employees can be just as culpable for security risks. Let’s face it, the IoT is a relatively new phenomenon and, even though most of your employees will have smart...
You Can Now Hack Networks with a Fish Tank
The Internet of Things (IoT) can help run almost any device in use in your organization, but this also means you could be hacked by a fish tank. This may sound highly unlikely, but this is exactly what happened to a North American casino and underlines just how...
6 Tips to Keep the Internet of Things Secure
The Internet of Things (IoT) relates to all those smart devices which can connect to your network and communicate with it, but how do you make the IoT safe? We have smart devices not just at home, but also within our businesses and it’s no surprise to hear that it’s...
4 Real Life Examples of the IoT Being Hacked
It’s easy to talk about the IoT (Internet of Things) security issues in theory, but what actually happens when the IoT gets hacked? Understanding exactly what happens when IoT devices get hacked and how they get hacked is crucial in helping to protect your...
Nearly All PCs At Risk From Spectre and Meltdown Security Flaw
Microsoft has been forced into rushing out an emergency security update to help counter security flaws that have been discovered in modern processors. Discovered by Google’s Project Zero team, these bugs, called Meltdown and Spectre, have the potential to offer up...
The Main Security Challenges That IoT Faces
The internet of things (IoT) is getting us connected like never before, but with its increase in popularity, the security challenges are intensifying. With IoT creating an unprecedented number of connections into our organizations, it’s no surprise that hackers are...
The Principles of Testing Your Backups
A backup can be the difference between your business trading and not trading, but it’s crucial that you test your backup to make sure it works.It’s nice to have the safety net of a backup to keep your data close at hand in the case of a data emergency, but this alone...
What Is Flat Backup and How Can It Benefit Your Data?
There’s a new kid in town when it comes to data storage and it’s called flat backup, but it’s so new that not many people are aware of its benefits. We’re all used to local backups and the popularity of cloud backups has skyrocketed over the last couple of years, but...
What Can a Cloud Backup Provide Your Organization?
Cloud backups have rapidly become the market leader in terms of backing up data, but what exactly can a cloud backup system offer your organization? You only have to take the briefest of looks at the IT press to see just how popular cloud backups are, they’re...