iOS is usually considered among the most secure mobile platforms. However, every now and then, a tiny flaw is discovered which can be exploited to accomplish a lot of things. For instance, a new trick on an iPhone running iOS 6.1 allows you to easily bypass the device’s lockscreen.
In recent months, Oracle has been under a lot pressure over Java security. Last month, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security had advised users to disable Java in their computers, because of security issues. Oracle tried to tackle the situation with a quick Java update. Two weeks later, Oracle has released another update, a massive one indeed.
Universal Plug n Play networking protocols are often used by organizations to allow devices to connect with each other within a network. However, a new research paper reveals, these protocols are highly insecure and can be used by hackers to exploit the millions of devices that make use of UPnP.
We have seen security cameras helping police to catch thieves who stole some iDevices from Apple store. Most of the people have faith on security cameras. But are they really safe from hackers? Nope. A hacker at Console Cowboys has found some major security flaws in the systems of security cameras and hence hackers can gain control over the systems.
Facebook had it planned for the New year, but the witless code running behind to make it happen seems have revolted. The Midnight Deliveries feature Facebook planned to amaze its users with have been discovered with a serious privacy flaw.
A security researcher, named Jonathan Rudenberg, recently discovered a critical vulnerability in SMS-based usage of Twitter, Facebook and Venmo. Thankfully, nearly all three have fixed it by now.
Most of the high-end hotels around the world rely on keycard locks for the security of hotel rooms. However, these locks may not be so secure after all as a fresh string of thefts that have been perpetuated by ‘hacking’ these locks has demonstrated.
Facebook security loopholes keep surfacing on the web now and then. However, the good part is that the social network is now becoming quicker in addressing such issues as soon as they surface. For instance, it has now patched a critical vulnerability which could enable a hacker to log in to an account without providing the password.