ChatGPT would probably say “Definitely not!”, but will we learn any lessons from the rush to regulate IoT in the past? The accelerated pace in the advancement of technology is challenging for any of us to keep up with, especially for public sector policymakers who traditionally follow rather than lead. Last week, the Black Hat Europe conference … More Should we regulate AI?
Legacy protocols in the healthcare industry present dangers that can make hospitals extremely vulnerable to cyberattacks. The healthcare industry will, I am sure, remain a significant target for cybercriminals due to the huge potential it provides them to monetize their efforts through ransomware demands or by abusing the exfiltrated data of patients. Operational disruption and sensitive data, … More Black Hat Europe 2023: The past could return to haunt you
Contactless payments are quickly becoming ubiquitous – but are they more secure than traditional payment methods? Magnetic stripe cards were all the rage 20 or so years ago, but their security was fragile, and the requirement for signatures often added to the hassle of transactions – not to mention, they lacked data encryption, making them vulnerable … More To tap or not to tap: Are NFC payments safer?
Your car probably knows a lot more about you than it lets on – but is the trade-off of privacy for convenience truly justifiable? Tracking has recently become a big bogeyman. The sheer amount of data that an app or an operating system (OS) can use to identify you and collect your data is enormous, … More Navigating privacy: Should we put the brakes on car tracking?
Beware of predatory fin(tech): ESET researchers describe the growth of deceptive loan apps for Android and techniques they use to circumvent Google Play This year, ESET researchers have observed alarming growth in deceptive Android loan apps, which present themselves as legitimate personal loan services, promising quick and easy access to funds. Despite their attractive appearance, … More Loan sharks use Android apps to reach new depths
ESET Ireland 