In-brief: software used in at least one brand of smart phones sold in the U.S. was found to secretly send private information about the phone’s owner back to servers in China, according to a report by the security firm Kryptowire.
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Lawmakers to FTC: Do Something about Internet of Things Security
In-brief: Two lawmakers on the U.S. House of Representatives’ Committee on Energy and Commerce are calling on the Federal Trade Commission to take steps to protect consumers from security issues linked to the Internet of Things.
Cisco Warns on Security Hole in Management Tool for Connected Homes
In-brief: Cisco Systems has patched a serious security hole in its Prime Home, a network management tool that it markets as a way for service providers to manage “Internet of Things” devices in connected (“smart”) homes.
Microsoft Launches Security Program for Azure IoT
In-brief: Microsoft announced security focused services for IoT developers using its Azure managed cloud platform.
Cloud Security Alliance Publishes Guide for Future-Proofing IoT Products
In-brief: The Cloud Security Alliance on Friday released guidelines for “future proofing” connected devices.
