Security

Trump’s national security pick is a cybersecurity hawk

Like Trump, Michael Flynn supports using offensive cyberweapons

IoT attacks could bring real-world damage

Cyber experts warn that lax security of billions of new networked internet of things devices will create a target-rich environment that could have devastating consequences.

With CIA choice, Trump picks a foe of Silicon Valley’s encryption stance

Mike Pompeo has also defended the NSA's vast surveillance work

UK mobile operator loses phones following data breach

Someone stole new handsets destined for customers of operator Three by accessing its upgrade database

‘Wireless security at its finest’

US lawmakers introduce bill to delay enhanced government hacking powers

A modified rule providing the increased authority comes into force on Dec. 1

Without tech industry guidance, U.S. may resort to weakening encryption

Privacy advocates say weakening encryption is counterproductive to fighting terrorism

TSA: Keep grandma’s gravy at home but the turducken can fly

TSA on Thanksgiving: “Gravy is sadly prohibited from carry-on bags”

IoT gear will need better security to win a Z-Wave badge

Z-Wave's S2 security framework will be mandatory for certification starting next year

Cisco sales tick up, CEO Robbins bullish on data center, security, collaboration

Revenue up 1%, net income down 4%