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Did Brazil DSL Modem Attacks Change Device Security?

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From 2011 to 2012, millions of Internet users in Brazil fell victim to a massive attack against vulnerable DSL modems. By configuring the modems remotely, attackers could redirect users to malicious domain name system (DNS) servers. Victims trying to visit popular websites (Google, Facebook) were instead directed to imposter sites. These rogue sites then installed […]

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Did Brazil DSL Modem Attacks Change Device Security?

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From 2011 to 2012, millions of Internet users in Brazil fell victim to a massive attack against vulnerable DSL modems. By configuring the modems remotely, attackers could redirect users to malicious domain name system (DNS) servers. Victims trying to visit popular websites (Google, Facebook) were instead directed to imposter sites. These rogue sites then installed […]

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Wi-Fi Chip Firmware Flaws Enable Over-the-Air Hacking

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Wi-Fi chips used in several gaming consoles, Chromebooks, streaming boxes, routers and other types of devices have several firmware vulnerabilities that could allow attackers to compromise those systems over the air with no user interaction. The vulne… Continue reading Wi-Fi Chip Firmware Flaws Enable Over-the-Air Hacking→