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COVID-19: Security Risks As Manufacturers Shift Gears

Data Breach Today

As automobile manufacturers and others rush to shift to production of ventilators and other medical equipment and supplies to help fight the COVID-19 pandemic, they must take steps to ensure security, privacy and safety risks are addressed, says technology attorney Steven Teppler.

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United Airlines covers up seat cameras to respond to privacy concerns

Security Affairs

United Airlines opted to cover every camera in entertainment systems embedded within the back of plane seats in response to privacy concerns. “The image was retweeted hundreds of times, with many people expressing concern about the privacy implications. .” SecurityAffairs – United Airlines, privacy).

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Passwordless Authentication without Secrets!

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

However, industries reliant on shared devices—such as healthcare, retail, and manufacturing—face unique challenges. These fast-paced environments need a more flexible approach to balance security, speed, and user privacy. Similarly, in retail and manufacturing, delays caused by authentication procedures reduce overall efficiency.

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Top 'Privacy by Design' Considerations for Medical Devices

Data Breach Today

The interconnectedness of medical devices, which generate data that can be distributed to multiple systems that are often managed by different policies, presents privacy concerns that device manufacturers must address, said Adam Hesse, CEO of Full Spectrum.

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Eken camera doorbells allow ill-intentioned individuals to spy on you

Security Affairs

Camera doorbells manufactured by the Chinese company Eken Group Ltd under the brands EKEN and Tuck are affected by major vulnerabilities. Researchers from Consumer Reports (CR) discovered severe vulnerabilities in doorbell cameras manufactured by the Chinese company Eken Group Ltd. ” reads the report published by CR.

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5 IoT Security Predictions for 2019

Security Affairs

2018 was the year of the Internet of Things (IoT) – massive attacks and various botnets, a leap in regulation and standards, and increased adoption of IoT devices by consumers and enterprises, despite the existence of security and privacy concerns. Insights from VDOO’s leadership. 2019 will continue these trends but at a faster pace.

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How Artificial Intelligence Manufacturers Can Protect Themselves Against Future Negligence Claims

Data Matters

Medtech often involves a complex chain of actions involving a number of different parties, ranging from medical device manufacturers to programmers to physicians. Patient data requires heightened attention to privacy. In such circumstances, personal injury plaintiffs may seek remedies against everyone involved in their care.