Sep 26, 2024Ravie LakshmananAutomotive Industry / Technology Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed a set of now patched vulnerabilities in Kia vehicles that, if successfully exploited, could have allowed remote control over key functions simply by using only a license plate. "These attacks could be executed remotely on any hardware-equipped vehicle in about 30 seconds, … [Read more...] about Hackers Could Have Remotely Controlled Kia Cars Using Only License Plates
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New Bluetooth Hack Could Let Attackers Remotely Unlock Smart Locks and Cars
A novel Bluetooth relay attack can let cybercriminals more easily than ever remotely unlock and operate cars, break open residential smart locks, and breach secure areas. The vulnerability has to do with weaknesses in the current implementation of Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), a wireless technology used for authenticating Bluetooth devices that are physically located within a … [Read more...] about New Bluetooth Hack Could Let Attackers Remotely Unlock Smart Locks and Cars
Attackers Can Remotely Disable Fortress Wi-Fi Home Security Alarms
New vulnerabilities have been discovered in Fortress S03 Wi-Fi Home Security System that could be potentially abused by a malicious party to gain unauthorized access with an aim to alter system behavior, including disarming the devices without the victim's knowledge. The two unpatched issues, tracked under the identifiers CVE-2021-39276 (CVSS score: 5.3) and CVE-2021-39277 … [Read more...] about Attackers Can Remotely Disable Fortress Wi-Fi Home Security Alarms
Cisco Jabber Bug Could Let Hackers Target Windows Systems Remotely
Networking equipment maker Cisco has released a new version of its Jabber video conferencing and messaging app for Windows that includes patches for multiple vulnerabilities—which, if exploited, could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to execute arbitrary code.The flaws, which were uncovered by Norwegian cybersecurity firm Watchcom during a pentest, affect all currently … [Read more...] about Cisco Jabber Bug Could Let Hackers Target Windows Systems Remotely
Amazon Alexa Bugs Allowed Hackers to Install Malicious Skills Remotely
Attention! If you use Amazon's voice assistant Alexa in you smart speakers, just opening an innocent-looking web-link could let attackers install hacking skills on it and spy on your activities remotely.Cybersecurity researchers today disclosed severe security vulnerabilities in Amazon's Alexa virtual assistant that could render it vulnerable to a number of malicious … [Read more...] about Amazon Alexa Bugs Allowed Hackers to Install Malicious Skills Remotely
TeamViewer Flaw Could Let Hackers Steal System Password Remotely
If you are using TeamViewer, then beware and make sure you're running the latest version of the popular remote desktop connection software for Windows.TeamViewer team recently released a new version of its software that includes a patch for a severe vulnerability (CVE 2020-13699), which, if exploited, could let remote attackers steal your system password and eventually … [Read more...] about TeamViewer Flaw Could Let Hackers Steal System Password Remotely
Canon DSLR Cameras Can Be Hacked With Ransomware Remotely
The threat of ransomware is becoming more prevalent and severe as attackers' focus has now moved beyond computers to smartphones and other Internet-connected smart devices.In its latest research, security researchers at cybersecurity firm CheckPoint demonstrated how easy it is for hackers to remotely infect a digital DSLR camera with ransomware and hold private photos and … [Read more...] about Canon DSLR Cameras Can Be Hacked With Ransomware Remotely
Google Researchers Disclose PoCs for 4 Remotely Exploitable iOS Flaws
Google's cybersecurity researchers have finally disclosed details and proof-of-concept exploits for 4 out of 5 security vulnerabilities that could allow remote attackers to target Apple iOS devices just by sending a maliciously-crafted message over iMessage.All the vulnerabilities, which required no user interaction, were responsibly reported to Apple by Samuel Groß and Natalie … [Read more...] about Google Researchers Disclose PoCs for 4 Remotely Exploitable iOS Flaws