New devises May Not Use Default Passwords. You know now, when you buy a new router to set up a home network, it comes with a default password like 'Admin,' which you have to remember to change? If you don't, you run the risk of having your new network breached with ease. Good news, that it's a step closer to going away. There's a move afoot … [Read more...] about New Devices May Not Use Default Passwords
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A List Of Devices That Will Support The iOS 14 Update
By the time you read these words, Apple will likely be previewing iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 at the all-virtual WWDC 2020. While the latest version of Apple's OS will no doubt be packed with features you'll love, unfortunately, it may not be compatible with some older iPhones and iPads. That could mean you'll have to pay for a pricey upgrade if you … [Read more...] about A List Of Devices That Will Support The iOS 14 Update
Windows 10 Announces One Billion Active Devices
Windows 10 is on a lot of devices around the world. In part, that's because it's a significantly better and more modern operating system than its predecessors. Also, it's partly because Microsoft has been aggressively pushing people to upgrade to Windows 10. While it took the company a bit longer to reach the magic billion device mark, they've … [Read more...] about Windows 10 Announces One Billion Active Devices
Malware Is Targeting Cookies On Android Devices To Gain Access
There's a new malware threat to be aware of, called "CookieThief," which is an apt name that describes what the malware does. Honestly though, the Hackers missed the mark here. "CookieMonster" would have been a much better name option. In any case, it's part of a growing new collection of malware strains that is able to steal browser and app … [Read more...] about Malware Is Targeting Cookies On Android Devices To Gain Access
Vulnerabilities Found In Consumer Based Routers And Devices
The SOHOpelessly Broken 2.0 study has been released by Independent Security Evaluators. The picture it paints of routers and the so-called 'smart' devices that make up the rapidly expanding Internet of Things (IoT) is not pretty. The researchers sum up their findings as follows: "Today, we show that security controls put in place by device … [Read more...] about Vulnerabilities Found In Consumer Based Routers And Devices
