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Unpatched AVTECH IP-Camera Flaw Exploited By Hackers For BOTNET Attacks
A years-old high-severity flaw impacting AVTECH IP cameras has been weaponized by malicious actors as a zero-day to rope them into a botnet. CVE-2024-7029 (CVSS score: 8.7), the vulnerability in question, is a “command injection vulnerability found in the brightness function of AVTECH closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras that allows for remote code execution (RCE),” Akamai researchers Kyle Lefton, Larry Cashdollar, and Aline Eliovich stated.
Telit Cinterion Enables Next-Generation Cellular LPWA Deployments on AT&T with the ME310M1 IoT Module
Telit Cinterion announces that the ME310M1-W1 module received approval for use on the AT&T network. The certification allows IoT specialists and their customers to start using the ME310M1-W1 instantly on AT&T’s LTE-M network, ensuring reliable performance as AT&T continues to upgrade its cellular infrastructure to 5G Massive IoT.
The New Dice Soars in First Half of 2024 with Focus on Advanced Monitoring Solutions
The New Dice has announced significant growth in the first half of 2024. This surge is attributed to the company’s laser focus on its core mission-critical platform and its ability to cater to the growing demand for advanced technologies in the alarm monitoring center environment. Dice’s innovative approach includes the introduction of presence awareness.
PNU Researchers Propose Backscatter Communication Technique for Low-Power Internet of Things Communication
Wireless communication between devices is increasingly important for applications such as smart homes, wearable technology, and industrial automation. For widespread adoption of the Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, researchers from Pusan National University have designed a low-power backscatter communication system.
Trident IoT Announces New Zigbee Chip and SDK
Trident IoT announced the upcoming release of its new Zigbee chip and accompanying Software Development Kit (SDK). The latest offering represents the next step forward in Trident IoT’s strategy to provide comprehensive IoT solutions that simplify IoT development. While the chip itself incorporates the latest silicon technology, what sets this apart is the developer-focused SDK designed by product engineers who have collectively developed and shipped millions of IoT products.
Z-Wave Alliance Announces Support and Compliance with Latest Cybersecurity Labeling Programs for IoT Devices
The Z-Wave Alliance announces full support of the latest cybersecurity labeling programs for IoT and connected devices. In conjunction with the Z-Wave Alliance Summit & Unplug Fest 2024, the Alliance today announces that the Z-Wave protocol security framework meets, and in some cases exceeds, the regulations and requirements set forth by the recently announced U.S. Cyber Trust Mark.
WiTTRA Launches Innovative Ultra-Wideband RTLS Solution, Revolutionizing Asset Tracking
In a breakthrough for the asset tracking industry, WiTTRA announced the launch of its cutting-edge Ultra-Wideband (UWB) RTLS solution, poised to redefine scalability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS). This latest development introduces a hybrid mesh network architecture, ingeniously blending sub-GHz and UWB technologies, and marking a significant departure from traditional RTLS solutions.
Viakoo IoT Security and Video Assurance Innovations Featured at ISC West 2024
Viakoo continues to set new benchmarks in IoT/security device service assurance and remediation with a broad spectrum of high-profile public and private end users, and a continually expanding network of Managed Services Partners (MSPs). By enhancing its flagship solution, the Viakoo Action Platform, with a new IoT Applications-Based Discovery capabilities, Viakoo greatly accelerates the time to discover potential threats and impending device issues, and remediate issues, ultimately shrinking an organization’s attack surface while ensuring sustained security and business system operations.
Lumana Emerges from Stealth to Create a World Where Every Second of Video Delivers Actionable, Impactful Insights
Lumana emerged from stealth with a next-generation video security platform that uses artificial intelligence (AI) and distributed hybrid cloud architecture, enabling organizations to unlock the full potential of their visual data. Lumana’s cutting-edge technology empowers organizations to enhance security and safety measures, boost operational efficiency and streamline incident response.
WiTTRA Announces an Exclusive Canadian Partnership to Revolutionise IoT for Indoor Positioning to Improve Enterprise Operational Efficiency
In the ever-evolving landscape of the Internet of Things (IoT), where interconnected devices are driving transformative changes across industries, a unique partnership solving one of IoT’s greatest challenges has emerged. WiTTRA Networks, has partnered with Bell Canada (BCE), Canada’s largest communications company, to deliver the full potential of IoT Asset Tracking for Canadian enterprises.
WiTTRA Networks and Mobilaris Industrial Solutions in a unique collaboration to transform asset and material tracking
At industrial and construction worksites, a significant amount of valuable time is today wasted searching for materials, tools and equipment needed to get work done effectively. To address and solve these challenges, WiTTRA Networks and Mobilaris Industrial Solutions have joined forces, combining their unique expertise and leading technologies within IoT and positioning, together launching a state-of-the-art solution for fast and easy tracking of assets and materials – all in just one click in your smartphone.
Z-Wave Alliance Announces Release of Z-Wave Long Range Specification for European Market
The Z-Wave Alliance announces that the specification for ZWLR for the European market has been completed, and will be made available to member companies in an upcoming release. ZWLR ushers in a new era of Z-Wave connectivity, bringing expanded options for the smart home, multi-dwelling units, hospitality, and more.
Actility Boosts Its Middle East IoT Footprint
Actility unveils its strategic initiative to deepen its footprint in the rapidly burgeoning Middle East IoT market, recognizing the pivotal role of LPWAN IoT deployments in this key region. IoT in the Middle East is witnessing an impressive trajectory. According to Business Market Insights, the Middle East & Africa IoT market is expected to grow from US$ 43.99 billion in 2023 to US$ 241.65 billion by 2030
Moxa Achieves World’s First IEC 62443-4-2 Certification for Industrial Secure Routers
Moxa announces the world’s first IEC 62443-4-2 Security Level 2 (SL2) certification for industrial secure routers. This coveted certification was awarded to Moxa’s flagship industrial secure routers, the EDR-G9010 and TN-4900 Series. With this recognition, Moxa has again solidified its position as a global leader in industrial networking with solutions that combine networking and OT cybersecurity with layered defense-in-depth protection.
Essence Security Partners with Videor to Bring its Innovative MyShield Security Solution to the DACH Region
Essence Security announced its strategic partnership with Videor. This collaboration comes on the heels of Essence Group integrating its security solutions with Insocam, a German software and information management provider, opening the availability of Essence Security’s innovative security solution, MyShield, the world’s first all-in-one battery operated IoT smoke-generating intruder intervention and deterrence system, to the DACH market.
Connecting the Unconnected: WiTTRA Networks and LORIOT partner to deliver Global IoT Solutions
WiTTRA Networks has announced a strategic partnership with LORIOT to deliver reliable and secure IoT solutions to clients worldwide. The partnership combines LORIOT’s distributed hybrid infrastructure and software platform with WiTTRA Networks’ expertise in IoT solutions to deliver scalable and comprehensive IoT solutions to clients across various industries.
Smart Cities and Security.World
Urban regions that use cutting-edge technology and data analytics to increase their livability, sustainability, and efficiency have created a new term “Smart Cities.” The idea of these Smart Cities centers on the management and optimization of urban processes through the use of numerous interconnected technologies, including the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence, big data, and cloud computing.
i-PRO Introduces NU-Series NVRs, an Easily-Installed, All-in-One Recording Solution
i-PRO announced its new NU-Series network video recorders (NVR), NDAA compliant with intel CPU. The new models are the successors to the NX100 and NX200 models, and are available in four, eight, and 16 channel configurations with in-built PoE(+) power and a slim form factor for easy installation.
Viakoo Service Assurance Manager Ensures Optimal IoT Security System Performance While Dramatically Reducing Downtime
Viakoo highlights the effectiveness of its Service Assurance Manager(SAM)solution for reducing downtime of IoT security systems, such as video and access control, and providing organizations the highest level of security possible. SAM effectively ensures every device on the network is visible and performing as expected to reduce system interruptions and maintain continuous security operations.
Intrinsic ID Launches Software to Protect Billions of Smart, Connected Devices Addressing Worldwide Cybersecurity Challenges
Intrinsic ID announced a new software-only solution that enables every connected device to have a unique identity and hardware-based security anchor, improving the reliability and trustworthiness of these devices, their networks and communications. The IoT security lately has been the subject of international legislation, underscoring the importance of the challenge for worldwide cybersecurity.