Security

Misguided House bill could make cars less safe

Criminalizing independent oversight would expose car owners to cyber threats.

Six key challenges loom over car communication technology

Make passwords easier, spy agency says

Eavesdropping agency says passwords are too hard in new advice.

US proposal aims to regulate car privacy, make hacks illegal

A US House of Representatives proposal would fine car hackers up to $100,000

Google, Facebook and peers criticize CISA bill ahead of Senate consideration

The US legislation would allow government agencies and companies to share cyberthreat data

What’s inside your containers? Why visibility and control are critical for container security

Tracking is no longer just on the rails for Boston’s MBTA

The advertising contractor for metropolitan Boston’s subway rail system is launching a program to track riders with smart beacon technology. The company emphasizes that it is voluntary and anonymous, but privacy experts are not convinced

Can myriad wireless networks connect as one fast, secure system?

DARPA looking for Holy Grail of wireless networking

Microsoft details takedown requests in expanded transparency report

Overall requests for data from Microsoft's services have grown

Road warriors are prime targets for hackers