Internet of Things (IoT) devices, computing devices that send and receive information via the Internet and that run very specific applications, can be anything from smart thermostats to smart TVs. The main advantage of IoT devices is their constant connectivity, which allows users to access information and control the devices remotely at any time.

Why is it critical to know and implement the best firewalls for small businesses? Well, cybercrime in information technology development has reached new heights, and according to Cybersecurity Ventures, the damage it causes to the online landscape is forecasted to grow to $10.5 trillion annually by 2025. Phishing, malware, account takeover, credential abuse, ransomware, cryptojacking, and zillions of other severe cyber security attacks are commonplace these days.

We are excited to announce the publication of our 2023 State of Calico Open Source, Usage & Adoption report! The report compiles survey results from more than 1,200 Calico Open Source users from around the world, who are actively using Calico in their container and Kubernetes environments. It sheds light on how they are using Calico across various environments, while also highlighting different aspects of Calico’s adoption in terms of platforms, data planes, and policies.

After a solid week in Vegas and another solid week of recovery, I’m back in the office (AKA sitting on my couch eating Doritos with chopsticks so I don’t get my keyboard dirty) to bring you my official Black Hat 2023 recap. This year’s event was noticeably scaled back, with fewer people swag surfing the business hall and more technical security folks in search of solutions for actual business problems.

Connected devices require a secure point-to-point channel to ensure that there is no possibility of exposing important data for the integrity of an embedded system. This is especially true when we talk about over-the-air (OTA) software updates, where the new firmware has a long way to go before reaching its destination and being installed by our bootloader. In this publication, we will explore a simple method to encrypt the firmware using the AES algorithm, using open-source libraries in Python.

Access control is a vital security measure that manages user interactions with systems, networks, or resources, safeguarding sensitive information and preventing unauthorized access. By granting or denying specific permissions based on user roles, organizations ensure that only authorized individuals have access to data, mitigating the risk of data breaches and cyberattacks.

In today’s data-driven world, managing information is more crucial than ever. With the constant flow of data, both individuals and organizations are increasingly concerned about privacy and security. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has emerged as a key legislative framework in the European Union to protect citizens’ personal data. But how does this relate to the tools we use to manage and transfer data, like Microsoft’s AzCopy?

In today’s digital age, organizations across industries are increasingly reliant on technology for their operations, communication, and data management. While this technological advancement is no doubt beneficial, it also brings with it a heightened risk of cyber threats and attacks. From data breaches and ransomware attacks to intellectual property theft and financial fraud, the consequences of a cybersecurity breach can be devastating for any organization.