Bad Actors Target Unsecure Databases An Average of 18 Times Per Day, New Research Shows

Many companies accidentally leave their databases exposed on the web, and data breaches or security incidents occur daily. Unsecured and misconfigured servers often lead to data leaks that can become logistical and legal nightmares for companies, … Continue reading Bad Actors Target Unsecure Databases An Average of 18 Times Per Day, New Research Shows

Capital One cryptojacking suspect indicted

The former software engineer allegedly created scanners to look for misconfigured servers rented from a cloud computing company. Continue reading Capital One cryptojacking suspect indicted

Open MQTT Servers Raise Physical Threats in Smart Homes

Misconfigured DIY smart-home hubs for home automation could allow attackers to track owners’ movements, see if smart doors and windows are opened or closed, and even open garage doors. Continue reading Open MQTT Servers Raise Physical Threats in Smart Homes

Leaky AWS Storage Bucket Spills Military Secrets, Again

For the second time in ten days, researchers at UpGuard released sensitive data belonging to the United States Defense Department that was stored insecurely online. Continue reading Leaky AWS Storage Bucket Spills Military Secrets, Again