Showing posts with label security. Show all posts
Showing posts with label security. Show all posts
Wednesday, May 13, 2015
2014 BMW 7 Series High Security Review
The BMW 7-Series has a large reputation for being one of the most prestigious and luxurious vehicles on the planet, so its only fair to heads of state and other important figures that can can have one too. But sometimes, these people need extra protection, so theres a limited range of cars they can buy. But the 7-Series High Security is one of the safest cars on the planet, thanks to a host of safety features, such as a underside fire-extinguishing system, laminated polycarbonate windows, and even an optional machine-gun compartment right in the center console. But just because you need extra security doesnt mean you have to miss out on the normal 7-Series highlights, such as two engine options: an adequate 407-hp twin-turbo 4.4 liter V8, or for a little more "schnell,"you can opt for the twin-turbo 6.0 liter V12, which makes 545 hp and 553 pound-feet of torque. The V12, or "760Li" version does 0-60 in under 5.0 seconds, which isnt bad for a car that weighs almost three tons. And the interior is still incredibly finished, with massaging seats, perforated leather, and an optional rear-seat entertainment system, which is based on BMWs iDrive system. The 7-Series High Security also has VR9 levels of armor, which basically means the car can protect you from an AK-47 and a .44 Magnum. The only other choices in this segment are the Mercedes-Benz S600 Guard (which can come in an incredible Pullman" limousine style) and the Audi A8L W12 Security, which are also both great options.
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Saturday, April 4, 2015
Security bug means virtually all Android devices could be prone to hackers
A security flaw discovered in almost all Android devices means that post-1.6 versions of the OS could be open to intrusion.
The information was released by Bluebox Security, which claims that the "Android master key" makes 99 per cent of devices vulnerable – thats about 900 million devices.
The flaw is down to the way Android app updates are verified, as developers are able to modify the code of an app update without breaking the cryptographic signature. In other words, its easy for them to hack in and put some nasty code in an app on the store that appears perfectly innocent.
"Depending on the type of application, a hacker can exploit the vulnerability for anything from data theft to creation of a mobile botnet," said Bluebox on the potential risks.
Whats worse, the flaw has existed ever since Android 1.6. Bluebox claimed that the Samsung Galaxy S4 is the only device not prone to the problem, suggesting a patch may have already been installed on the phone.
Google, which was informed of the exploit in February and is said to have since notified its device partners, and apparently working on an update for its Nexus line, but the responsibility to create and dispatch the patch for other devices lies with their respective manufacturers.
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The information was released by Bluebox Security, which claims that the "Android master key" makes 99 per cent of devices vulnerable – thats about 900 million devices.
The flaw is down to the way Android app updates are verified, as developers are able to modify the code of an app update without breaking the cryptographic signature. In other words, its easy for them to hack in and put some nasty code in an app on the store that appears perfectly innocent.
"Depending on the type of application, a hacker can exploit the vulnerability for anything from data theft to creation of a mobile botnet," said Bluebox on the potential risks.
Paranoid Android
Whats worse, the flaw has existed ever since Android 1.6. Bluebox claimed that the Samsung Galaxy S4 is the only device not prone to the problem, suggesting a patch may have already been installed on the phone.
Google, which was informed of the exploit in February and is said to have since notified its device partners, and apparently working on an update for its Nexus line, but the responsibility to create and dispatch the patch for other devices lies with their respective manufacturers.
Thursday, July 31, 2014
iPhone and iPad owners warned against increased security risks
iPhone and iPad owners are being warned against increased security risks after a rise in phishing campaigns for personal data.
Kaspersky Lab is advising iOS device users to be extra cautious when inputting their personal data after a huge increase in phishing campaigns stealing iCloud and iTunes user account information including credit card details.
The number of phishing scams involving unofficial copies of Apple.com has spiked since 2012. In 2011 Kaspersky registered around 1,000 attempts to phish for personal info in this way, but now this figure has risen to a daily average of around 200,000.
The attack attempts by cybercriminals on iOS users include sending them emails supposedly from service@apple.com or the Apple Customer Support team. They will feature the Apple logo, be professionally written or even include links to the Apple FAQ pages to make them appear legitimate.
Within these emails though are fake Apple website links that request personal and credit card details from the user, which is then stolen by the phishing campaign.
In order to detect whether a site is authentic, users are advised to check the full address of the given site in the browser address bar. The fake ones will often include apple.com but the full link will give away hints that reveal its real identity.
However, iPhones and iPads have been targeted because the mobile version of Apple’s Safari browser hides the address bar away.
iPhone and iPad users can protect themselves by only opening site links that they can see the full website address.
Apple also offers a two-step authentication process to protect its customers against such attacks, which involves sending a four-digit code to one or more devices registered to the user’s Apple ID.
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Kaspersky Lab is advising iOS device users to be extra cautious when inputting their personal data after a huge increase in phishing campaigns stealing iCloud and iTunes user account information including credit card details.
The number of phishing scams involving unofficial copies of Apple.com has spiked since 2012. In 2011 Kaspersky registered around 1,000 attempts to phish for personal info in this way, but now this figure has risen to a daily average of around 200,000.
The attack attempts by cybercriminals on iOS users include sending them emails supposedly from service@apple.com or the Apple Customer Support team. They will feature the Apple logo, be professionally written or even include links to the Apple FAQ pages to make them appear legitimate.
Within these emails though are fake Apple website links that request personal and credit card details from the user, which is then stolen by the phishing campaign.
In order to detect whether a site is authentic, users are advised to check the full address of the given site in the browser address bar. The fake ones will often include apple.com but the full link will give away hints that reveal its real identity.
However, iPhones and iPads have been targeted because the mobile version of Apple’s Safari browser hides the address bar away.
iPhone and iPad users can protect themselves by only opening site links that they can see the full website address.
Apple also offers a two-step authentication process to protect its customers against such attacks, which involves sending a four-digit code to one or more devices registered to the user’s Apple ID.
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