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  1. George Lasater

    Advanced IPSEC VPN Support

    The options right now for VPN are PPTP or OpenVPN: There seems to be issues with OpenVPN working on all clients and currently Cannot use that. Basic PPTP VPN is not Ideal and easily hacked. NOT being able to use advance IPSEC VPN Built in on Android sucks. We are forced to use the basic if...
  2. sfx2000

    Ransomware on SmartTV's now - TrendMicro Report

    Another infection vector - Android based SmartTV's... http://blog.trendmicro.com/trendlabs-security-intelligence/flocker-ransomware-crosses-smart-tv/ This one can be tough to fix as many sets do not expose the ADB connection due to DRM risks...
  3. sfx2000

    [Security] - millions of wireless mice at risk (non-Bluetooth)

    Saw this across my news feed this morning... poorly designed encryption on those non-BT wireless mice and dongles. (Bluetooth is fine with regards to this) http://www.technewsworld.com/story/83528.html?rss=1
  4. B

    WPS Push Button Security

    After reading all over about how WPS with a PIN is insecure I went into the firmware for my Costco r6900 (same as r7000) and disabled using WPS with a PIN. However that still leaves the ability to use WPS with a Push Button. So my two questions are: Is that still secure? (I've read both yes...
  5. thiggins

    Ubiquiti APs Under Attack Using Exploit Patched Last Year

    Dan Goodin reports that attackers are targeting a flaw in theUbiquiti's AirOS that runs many of its wireless routers and access points. The vulnerability allows attackers to gain access to devices via HTTP or HTTPS without authentication and changes the infected device's password files. A patch...
  6. Julio Urquidi

    Wi-Fi Sense Feature Gone In Latest Windows 10 Insider Preview Build

    Microsoft announced that a key feature in Wi-Fi Sense will not be available in its Windows 10 Insider Preview Build as of build 14332. Microsoft said that the cost of maintaining Wi-Fi Sense and its low demand were reasons why the feature was removed from the latest Windows 10 Insider...
  7. sfx2000

    [QTS] - Samba Badblock QFix's released

    Check your QTS version and head over to the QNAP download site - they've released QFix packages for most models...
  8. Julio Urquidi

    BeON Security Bulbs UL Approved; Add Lighting Replay Customization

    BeON announced two new features that help expand the use of their LED security lighting products. The company’s LED security bulbs are now UL certified (UL1598) for outdoor use, as well as fully enclosed fixtures (UL1993 and CSA C22.2#1993). This certification lets customers expand the...
  9. Julio Urquidi

    Opera Browser Bumps Up Security With Integrated VPN

    Seeking to add more value and security to today’s web browsing software, the makers of Opera are adding free VPN capability into the company’s latest browser version. Opera developer 38 will include a built-in VPN client that is both free and unlimited in use. Users will be able to browse...
  10. Julio Urquidi

    Security Concerns Rise As Apple Cuts QuickTime Support

    Trend Micro’s Simply Security blog warned QuickTime for Windows users not to throw caution to the wind and prompting readers to uninstall Apple’s now unsupported video player. Over the weekend, the blog noted two recently announced critical advisories, posted on Trend Micro’s Zero Day Initiative...
  11. Julio Urquidi

    Report Shows Drivers For Smart Home Security Purchases

    Market intelligence firm, Parks Associates, released new research indicating that 20% of U.S. broadband households plan to purchase network security cameras within the next 12 months. In the Park Associate’s report, 360 View: Residential Security and Smart Home, the firm also finds that factors...
  12. Adamm

    Skynet Skynet - Router Firewall & Security Enhancements

    For support requests and questions please use the Github Issue Tracker where this script is actively maintained Skynet - Router Firewall & Security Enhancements Elevate your home network security with Skynet, a robust firewall and security tool meticulously crafted for ASUS routers running...
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