Tag: wifi

Microsoft Teams to Auto-Detect Work Location Using Company Wi-Fi

Jun 27, 2025 3:36 PM

Tags: cyber, microsoft, network, wifi, windows

Microsoft Teams is set to introduce a new feature that will automatically detect and set users’ work locations when they connect to their organization’s Wi-Fi network, marking a significant step forward in streamlining the hybrid workplace experience. The feature, scheduled for general availability in early September 2025, will be available for both Windows and Mac…
CISA Issues Alert on Active Exploitation of D-Link Path Traversal Flaw

Jun 26, 2025 11:36 AM

Tags: access, cisa, control, cyber, cybersecurity, exploit, flaw, infrastructure, kev, unauthorized, vulnerability, wifi

The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued an urgent alert following evidence of active exploitation of a critical vulnerability (CVE-2024-0769) in legacy D-Link DIR-859 WiFi routers. The flaw, which enables attackers to gain unauthorized access and potentially full control over affected devices, has now been added to CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV)…
OPPO Clone Phone Vulnerability Leaks Sensitive Data via Weak WiFi Hotspot

Jun 24, 2025 1:35 PM

Tags: advisory, cve, cyber, data, flaw, github, leak, phone, privacy, vulnerability, wifi

A newly disclosed security vulnerability in OPPO’s widely used Clone Phone app has raised significant concerns over user privacy, as it exposes sensitive data through a weakly secured WiFi hotspot. The flaw, cataloged as CVE-2025-27387, has been rated as high severity and was published in the National Vulnerability Database and GitHub Advisory Database within the…
Kali Linux 2025.2 Released: New Tools, Smartwatch and Car Hacking Added

Jun 13, 2025 5:54 PM

Tags: cyber, hacking, injection, kali, linux, tool, update, wifi

Kali Linux, the preferred distribution for security professionals, has launched its second major release of 2025, Kali Linux 2025.2, in June. This update introduces a restructured Kali Menu, upgraded desktop environments, 13 new tools, and significant Kali NetHunter advancements, including smartwatch Wi-Fi injection and a car hacking toolset. Here’s a concise look at the key…
BSidesLV24 PasswordsCon CVE Hunting: Wi-Fi Routers, OSINT ‘The Tyranny Of The Default’

May 28, 2025 9:55 PM

Tags: conference, cve, router, wifi

Author/Presenter: Actuator Our sincere appreciation to BSidesLV, and the Presenters/Authors for publishing their erudite Security BSidesLV24 content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Tuscany Suites & Casino; and via the organizations YouTube channel. Permalink First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/05/bsideslv24-passwordscon-cve-hunting-wi-fi-routers-osint-the-tyranny-of-the-default/
Sieben gängige Wege, ein Smartphone zu hacken

May 26, 2025 6:54 AM

Tags: access, ai, android, api, apple, ceo, cyberattack, exploit, google, hacker, hacking, Hardware, infrastructure, iphone, mail, malware, mobile, phishing, privacy, smishing, social-engineering, spyware, tool, update, usa, vpn, vulnerability, wifi, zero-day

Angriffsvektoren gibt es etliche, doch wenn der Mensch aufpasst, lassen sich viele neutralisieren.Mobiltelefone gelten gemeinhin zwar als sicherer als PCs, sind aber dennoch anfällig für Angriffe insbesondere durch Social Engineering und andere Hacking-Methoden. Die sieben am weitesten verbreiteten Wege, ein Smartphone zu hacken, sind dabei:Zero-Click-SpywareSocial EngineeringMalvertisingSmishingGefälschte AppsPretextingPhysischer Zugriff Die gefährlichsten und raffiniertesten Angriffe auf Smartphones…
Cybersecurity Snapshot: AI Data Security Best Practices Released, While New Framework Seeks To Help IT Pros Gain Cyber Skills

May 23, 2025 11:55 PM

Tags: access, advisory, ai, api, attack, authentication, awareness, best-practice, breach, cctv, cisa, cloud, computer, control, credentials, crypto, cyber, cybercrime, cybersecurity, data, detection, email, espionage, exploit, finance, framework, germany, group, Hardware, infrastructure, injection, intelligence, iot, kev, law, linux, malware, metric, mfa, military, mitigation, network, nist, open-source, organized, passkey, password, phishing, risk, russia, skills, software, sql, tactics, technology, tool, training, ukraine, unauthorized, update, vpn, vulnerability, wifi, zero-trust

Check out expert recommendations for protecting your AI system data. Plus, boost your IT department’s cybersecurity skills with a new interactive framework. In addition, learn about a malware campaign targeting critical infrastructure orgs. And get the latest on Russian cyber espionage and on a NIST effort to enhance vulnerability prioritization. Dive into five things that…
Apartment living to get worse in 5 years as 6 GHz Wi-Fi nears ‘exhaustion’

May 22, 2025 11:54 PM

Tags: wifi

Cable Labs predicts two percent packet loss and 10ms latency in some buildings unless more spectrum freed First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2025/05/22/cable_labs_wifi_future_analysis/
O2 UK patches bug leaking mobile user location from call metadata

May 19, 2025 9:54 PM

Tags: flaw, mobile, wifi

A flaw in O2 UK’s implementation of VoLTE and WiFi Calling technologies could allow anyone to expose the general location of a person and other identifiers by calling the target. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/o2-uk-patches-bug-leaking-mobile-user-location-from-call-metadata/
Wi-Fi 7 trials show big performance gains for enterprise networks

May 9, 2025 7:10 AM

Tags: network, technology, wifi

The next generation of wireless technology is getting a real-world test, and the results are promising. Recent trials led by the Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA), in … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/05/09/wi-fi-7-trials-performance-gains-enterprise-networks/
Wormable AirPlay Flaws Enable Zero-Click RCE on Apple Devices via Public Wi-Fi

May 5, 2025 8:50 PM

Tags: apple, cybersecurity, exploit, flaw, rce, remote-code-execution, vulnerability, wifi

Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed a series of now-patched security vulnerabilities in Apple’s AirPlay protocol that, if successfully exploited, could enable an attacker to take over susceptible devices supporting the proprietary wireless technology.The shortcomings have been collectively codenamed AirBorne by Israeli cybersecurity company Oligo.”These vulnerabilities can be chained by First seen on thehackernews.com Jump to article:…
Multiple Flaws in Tenda RX2 Pro Let Attackers Gain Admin Access

May 5, 2025 2:49 PM

Tags: access, cve, cyber, flaw, router, vulnerability, wifi

Security researchers have uncovered a series of critical vulnerabilities in the Tenda RX2 Pro Dual-Band Gigabit Wi-Fi 6 Router (Firmware V16.03.30.14), which could allow remote attackers to gain administrative access and, in many cases, full root shell on the device. Despite the notification, Tenda has not responded, and no patches are available. Eleven separate CVEs…
AirBorne: Schwachstellen in Apples AirPlay-Protokoll gefährden Geräte und Netzwerke

May 2, 2025 1:50 AM

Tags: apple, vulnerability, wifi

Apple Geräte (Macs, iPads, iPhones) unterstützen AirPlay zur Übertragung von Musik, Fotos und Videos zwischen Geräten. Schwachstellen im Protokoll ermöglichen es, per WiFi die AirPlay-Geräte anzugreifen und sich so im Netzwerk zu bewegen. Was ist AirPlay? AirPlay ist eine proprietäre … First seen on borncity.com Jump to article: www.borncity.com/blog/2025/05/02/airborne-schwachstellen-in-apples-airplay-protokoll-gefaehrden-geraete-und-netzwerke/
Netgear EX6200 Flaw Enables Remote Access and Data Theft

May 1, 2025 1:50 PM

Tags: access, cve, cyber, data, firmware, flaw, theft, unauthorized, vulnerability, wifi

Security researchers have disclosed three critical vulnerabilities in the Netgear EX6200 Wi-Fi range extender that could allow remote attackers to gain unauthorized access and steal sensitive data. The flaws affect firmware version 1.0.3.94 and have been assigned the CVEs CVE-2025-4148, CVE-2025-4149, and CVE-2025-4150. Despite early notification, Netgear has yet to respond to these reports, leaving…
Wormable AirPlay Zero-Click RCE Flaw Allows Remote Device Hijack via Wi-Fi

Apr 30, 2025 8:52 AM

Tags: apple, attack, cyber, flaw, rce, remote-code-execution, vulnerability, wifi

A major set of vulnerabilities-collectively named “AirBorne”-in Apple’s AirPlay protocol and SDK have been unveiled, enabling an array of severe attack vectors. Most critically, these flaws allow zero-click “wormable” Remote Code Execution (RCE), meaning attackers can take over Apple and third-party devices via Wi-Fi without any user interaction. The impact spans billions of devices globally, including…
Millions of Apple Airplay-Enabled Devices Can Be Hacked via Wi-Fi

Apr 29, 2025 2:52 PM

Tags: apple, hacker, network, wifi

Researchers reveal a collection of bugs known as AirBorne that would allow any hacker on the same Wi-Fi network as a third-party AirPlay-enabled device to surreptitiously run their own code on it. First seen on wired.com Jump to article: www.wired.com/story/airborne-airplay-flaws/
TP-Link Smart Hub Flaw Exposes Users’ Wi-Fi Credentials

Apr 10, 2025 2:06 PM

Tags: access, authentication, credentials, cyber, firmware, flaw, malicious, risk, unauthorized, vulnerability, wifi

A critical vulnerability has been discovered in TP-Link’s Smart Hub, potentially exposing users’ Wi-Fi credentials to malicious actors. This flaw could allow attackers to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information, posing significant risks to affected users. The vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-0072, affects TP-Link Smart Hub devices. It arises from improper authentication mechanisms in the device’s firmware,…
Using Starlink Wi-Fi in the White House Is a Slippery Slope for US Federal IT

Mar 24, 2025 7:13 PM

Tags: wifi

The ad hoc addition to the otherwise tightly controlled White House information environment could create blind spots and security exposures while setting potentially dangerous precedent. First seen on wired.com Jump to article: www.wired.com/story/white-house-starlink-wifi/
Privacy Roundup: Week 12 of Year 2025

Mar 24, 2025 6:13 PM

Tags: access, antivirus, apple, attack, breach, cctv, credentials, crypto, cybersecurity, data, detection, exploit, firmware, google, government, group, iran, kaspersky, korea, leak, linux, malicious, malware, mfa, microsoft, mobile, network, north-korea, password, phishing, privacy, programming, regulation, router, russia, scam, service, software, spyware, startup, technology, threat, tool, unauthorized, virus, vpn, vulnerability, wifi, windows

This is a news item roundup of privacy or privacy-related news items for 16 MAR 2025 – 22 MAR 2025. Information and summaries provided here are as-is for warranty purposes. Note: You may see some traditional “security” content mixed-in here due to the close relationship between online privacy and cybersecurity – many things may overlap;…
What is Infrastructure Intelligence?

Mar 19, 2025 1:52 AM

Tags: apt, attack, control, cyber, data, dns, finance, framework, fraud, government, group, identity, infrastructure, intelligence, Internet, law, malicious, malware, network, phishing, risk, siem, strategy, tactics, threat, tool, wifi
Privacy Roundup: Week 11 of Year 2025

Mar 18, 2025 12:52 AM

Tags: android, api, apple, apt, attack, backdoor, breach, business, cctv, ceo, cloud, control, cve, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, detection, exploit, firmware, flaw, google, government, group, hacker, Internet, leak, mail, malicious, malware, microsoft, network, north-korea, phishing, privacy, regulation, remote-code-execution, router, scam, service, software, spy, spyware, technology, threat, tool, unauthorized, update, virus, vulnerability, wifi, windows, zero-day

This is a news item roundup of privacy or privacy-related news items for 9 MAR 2025 – 15 MAR 2025. Information and summaries provided here are as-is for warranty purposes. Note: You may see some traditional “security” content mixed-in here due to the close relationship between online privacy and cybersecurity – many things may overlap;…
Espressif Systems Flaws Allow Hackers to Execute Arbitrary Code

Mar 17, 2025 2:52 PM

Tags: access, cyber, flaw, group, hacker, vulnerability, wifi

A series of vulnerabilities has been discovered in Espressif Systems’ ESP32 devices, specifically affecting the BluFi module within the ESP-IDF framework. BluFi is designed to simplify WiFi configuration using a Bluetooth interface. These flaws, identified by the NCC Group, enable attackers to execute arbitrary code on ESP32 devices and potentially access sensitive information such as…
94% of Wi-Fi networks lack protection against deauthentication attacks

Mar 14, 2025 6:52 AM

Tags: attack, network, wifi

A recent report from Nozomi Networks Labs, based on an analysis of over 500,000 wireless networks worldwide, reveals that only 6% are adequately protected against wireless … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/03/14/wi-fi-networks-deauthentication-attacks/
Backdoor in Bluetooth-Chip entdeckt

Mar 10, 2025 5:53 PM

Tags: backdoor, bug, computer, cve, cyberattack, iot, supply-chain, vulnerability, wifi

Der Chip ESP32 kommt in zahlreichen Geräten zum Einsatz. Security-Forscher haben nun eine Sicherheitslücke gefunden.Der von der chinesischen Firma Espressif hergestellte ESP32 ist eine wichtige Komponente für die Wi-Fi- und Bluetooth-Konnektivität im IoT-Bereich (Internet of Things). Der Microchip kommt unter anderem in Smartphones, Computern, intelligenten Schlössern und medizinischen Geräten zum Einsatz. Forscher von Tarlogic Security…
Tarlogic Security entdeckt unbekannte Befehle in ESP32-Chip (BlueTooth, WiFi)

Mar 10, 2025 11:53 AM

Tags: backdoor, wifi

Sehr unschöne Geschichte, die Sicherheitsforscher von Tarlogic Security gerade offen gelegt haben. Es gibt einen Satz unbekannter Befehle, die quasi als Backdoor missbraucht werden könnten) in einem populären Chip, der in Millionen Geräten zur Unterstützung von BlueTooth- und WiFi-Verbindungen verbaut … First seen on borncity.com Jump to article: www.borncity.com/blog/2025/03/10/tarlogic-security-entdeckt-unbekannte-befehle-in-esp32-chip-bluetooth-wifi/
Tails 6.13 Linux Distro Released with Enhanced Wi-Fi Hardware Detection

Mar 7, 2025 3:53 PM

Tags: cyber, detection, Hardware, linux, privacy, software, tool, wifi

The Tails Project has launched Tails 6.13, the latest version of its privacy-centric Linux distribution, introducing improved Wi-Fi troubleshooting tools, updated anonymity software, and fixes for persistent storage and installation workflows. Targeted at users prioritizing security and anonymity, this release addresses common hardware compatibility challenges while refining the user experience. Enhanced Wi-Fi Hardware Detection and…
Massive 1.17TB Data Leak Exposes Billions of IoT Grow Light Records

Feb 13, 2025 1:48 PM

Tags: china, data, iot, leak, password, wifi

Massive 1.17 TB data leak exposes billions of records from a Chinese IoT grow light company. Wi-Fi passwords,… First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/1tb-data-leak-expose-billions-iot-grow-light-records/
Exclusive: Massive IoT Data Breach Exposes 2.7 Billion Records

Feb 12, 2025 3:55 PM

Tags: breach, credentials, data, data-breach, iot, wifi

Massive IoT data breach exposed 2.7 billion records including Wi-Fi credentials First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/iot-data-breach-exposes-27-billion/
WTF? Why the cybersecurity sector is overrun with acronyms

Feb 11, 2025 7:55 AM

Tags: ceo, communications, cyber, cybersecurity, email, guide, identity, jobs, mfa, risk, service, threat, tool, training, update, vpn, wifi

, a global online news organization. Let’s put it this way: Many academics, regardless of their area of expertise, have never met an acronym they didn’t prefer to typing out the entire phrase. That means our copyediting efforts too often involve spelling out or removing acronyms throughout, much to the chagrin of some of our…
Netgear Patches Critical Vulnerabilities in Multiple WiFi Router Models

Feb 5, 2025 1:12 PM

Tags: authentication, firmware, router, update, vulnerability, wifi

Netgear has released security updates addressing two critical vulnerabilities affecting several WiFi router models and has strongly urged users to update their firmware immediately. These vulnerabilities could allow unauthenticated attackers to execute remote code or bypass authentication, creating a serious… First seen on sensorstechforum.com Jump to article: sensorstechforum.com/netgear-patches-critical-vulnerabilities-in-multiple-wifi-router-models/