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On Internet of Things Day: Security and IoT Reads

In-brief: In recognition of Internet of Things day, a list of some quality security and Internet of Things focused reads that are both online and free. 

Certificate Interruptus: Survey Finds Heartbleed Fixes Incomplete At Most Firms

In-brief: Three quarters of Global 2000 organizations have yet to fully remediate the Heartbleed vulnerability one year after it was discovered, according to a study by the firm Venafi.

Research: IoT Hubs Expose Connected Homes to Hackers

In-brief: A study of common connected home gateways finds lax security that could expose consumers to snooping or even malicious attacks, according to the application security firm Veracode. 

IBM: Dyre Banking Malware Behind Sophisticated Crime Spree

In-brief: IBM researchers say they have seen a spike in malicious activity linked to the Dyre family of malware. Sophisticated attacks on business banking accounts have led to the theft of millions of dollars, IBM says. 

The Flood: IBM Launches $3B Internet Of Things Offensive

In-brief: IBM announced that it would spend $3 billion in the next four years to build an Internet of Things division that will develop tools to help companies tap the flood of data from connected devices and remote sensors. A partnership with The Weather Company is just the start.