Internet of Things
Hackers Could Cause Havoc By Pwning Internet-Connected Irrigation Systems
Researchers at a university in Israel have found ways to turn smart irrigation systems into a botnet that could theoretically drain some of a city’s water reserves. But don’t panic.
RIP to Kuvée, the Juicero of Wine
We'll miss you... even though no one really asked for you in the first place.
A New Internet of Things Botnet Originated on 'Grand Theft Auto' Servers
Attackers said “God’s wrath will be employed against the IP that you provide us.”
The Hackers Behind Some of the Biggest DDoS Attacks in History Plead Guilty
Three men plead guilty to being the creators and operators of the Mirai botnet.
The Convicted Killer Who Says Smoking Weed Made Her Commit Murder
Tune into VICELAND Tuesday for the latest from 'WEEDIQUETTE,' along with a new episode of 'CYBERWAR.'
Researchers Find Flaw That Could Turn LG Robot Vacuums Into Perfect Spying Machines
The bug is just the latest in a long, seemingly endless list of flaws found in so-called smart devices.
Researchers Find Vulnerability in Smart Home Control Apps
Apps used to control Wink Hub and Insteon Hub are vulnerable—the Internet of Hackable things rears its head once again.
465,000 Patients Need Software Updates for Their Hackable Pacemakers, FDA Says
A painful reminder that a future where the internet is in every device—even the most critical one—can be disastrous.
We Anonymously Controlled a Dildo Through the Tor Network
Sex toy makers are increasingly connecting their products to the internet, but privacy is often an afterthought. One researcher showed that an alternative is possible.
More Than 120,000 Internet Connected Cameras Can Be Easily Hacked, Researcher Warns
Oh, Internet of Things.