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Points to be considered before buying Wireless Security camera

Posted March 19, 2013 By National Cyber Security
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Getting Started with Home Security Cameras

Home security cameras serve as the optimum deterrence against the ever growing criminal activities of burglaries and home breaches faced by majority of home owners in United States. At a rough estimation, it can be stated that every 1 out of 6 homes get burglarized in United States every year. It is witnessed and testified by FBI that over 70% off all burglaries occurring are home related; which is of course an alarming situation for all home owners and families.

Rising criminalities is a global concern in today’s world. Diminishing morals, increasing redundancy, ever increasing desires and wants and pressure of society are some of the dominant contributing factors in griming criminal trend. It has become an epic task for law enforcement agencies especially police department to defend and provide security and safety to common masses. However, apart from police and law enforcement agencies, home owners have their fundamental responsibility to take some extra steps in order to ensure safety and protection of their home, family and belongings. One thing that we need to understand quite aggressively is that with time the criminals have widely modified their method of crimes and today they are far more advanced and sophisticated in their approach then past. Keeping this in mind it is well advised to utilize the latest and superior technology in order to guard your belongings. When talking about highly improvise and technological advance deterrence and supreme technology then there is none better than utilizing wireless outdoor security camera system.
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The advent of security and surveillance camera system provided an ideal platform for homeowners to ensure the protection of their homes and family. Like all other technologies, the security camera system ahs revolutionized a lot with the passage of time. From old black and white low resolution cameras with limited recording option to highly advanced high resolution cameras that can record unlimited data. Another leap towards the summit of home security camera systems was the induction of wireless home security cameras. Today wired and wireless security cameras are easily available in market. However the later version has seen phenomenal acceptance and appreciation from experts as well as first time users. Today these gadgets are excessively used in every public place and private property. Right from bus stands, schools, departmental stores, hospitals, banks shopping malls to airports and AMTs, these exceptional devices are extensively used in all places which reflects the epic and paramount level of surveillance and safety ensured by these devices that is incomparable with any other form of surveillance devices. Today when science is touching new heights, these amazing devices have been brought into the budgets of commoners as well.

The wireless home security systems are convenient to use and install. The installation and use of these devices can easily be handled by any amateur without any difficulty or hassle. To further simplify their installation procedure; a comprehensive guide manual is provided by the manufacturers. Wide variety of sleek versions and designs are available in market which can be mounted easily on any wall. Being gratis from any nerdy looking wires and cables, these devices works wonderful anywhere inside homes or outside in garden or yard; definitely a perfect choice to décor as well as protect your home without spoiling your interior home decorum.

Another vital aspect of negating the wired camera system is due to the changing tactics of criminals. As mentioned earlier; criminals have modified their approach of burglary and breaching. With time they have learnt that by simply cutting off the wired security system cable they void any possible evidence of theft. However with wireless camera system installed inside and outside your home there is no way they can escape with their theft without getting their pictures recorded by cameras. The wireless home security cameras works on highly mobilized and capable batteries. It means that you can conveniently charge the batteries and have comprehensive recording of all activities in your premises for a long time. With separate indoor and wireless outdoor security cameras you can choose the best system that would work wonders to protect and defend your home.
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What to look for in wireless outdoor security cameras

Now that you have decided to go for wireless home security system, it’s time to have a detailed comprehensive look into the features and aspects of these surveillance devices to choose from. Setting up a plan comprehensive of installation of system before going for any particular wireless camera system is utmost important. Locate the precise location where you would want to mount the camera and where you want to place the receiver beforehand. Generally 30 to 40 meter distance between camera and receiver pose no problems in signals from wireless system, however this depends upon the nature of obstacles placed in between them (Thick walls or ceilings can render the signals).

Moreover, if the distance between camera and receiver is more than the common range, you would require installing a wireless card that can be plugged into the given slot to enhance the range of your receiving signals. Moving the antenna to the exterior of the camera can also help in enhancing the transmission range. Many wireless cameras have in-built powerful antennas to cover extensive transmission range.

Durability and reliability is another important aspect to look out for in wireless security cameras. There are specific cameras for outdoor purpose; rigid enough to withstand the resistance from vandals, weather and from any other possible source of damaging. Durability and rigidness of camera shield should be adequate to resist weather and temper; moreover the shield should be capable enough to protect camera from sun and sturdy enough to deter against hail, snow, rain, dust or vandals.

Also ensure that your wireless outdoor security camera system is appropriately designed to tolerate temperature extremes in your area. For instance; if you are living in an extremely hot area then probably you would require a wireless camera with a built-in fan to release the excessive over heating of system. Purchasing a separate housing to create environment can also be a good option if you live in extreme temperature areas.

Ability of cameras to operate in low lights is another aspect to look out. Make sure that your wireless outdoor camera is capable enough to operate in low lights or at night. This is especially important as most of home burglaries take place in low lights or night. With the IR wireless camera you can easily ensure competent surveillance at all light levels. If you are not willing to buy IR camera, then you can go for surveillance camera without IR but that can work with IR LED. This would give you freedom to install IR LED later on when you have the required budgeting.
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What will wireless outdoor security cameras do for you?

Well! This is particularly important aspect to look out for. After all the investment, hard work and consideration that you have put in the installation of wireless security cameras you would definitely expect something in return. In deed with the powerful and competent surveillance of wireless security cameras you will achieve the utmost peace of mind and soul. Once you have installed the surveillance system; be sure that you have the most forceful and impactful surveillance monitoring system to deter from the criminals and vandals.

Another vital feature of installing these prodigious systems is that you will definitely lower your monthly installments for your home security. Now that’s what we call safety and saving hand in hand.
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Wireless Security System Uses Body Capacity to Deliver an Unlocking Charge

Posted March 19, 2013 By National Cyber Security
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A new body-based authentication system from a company called Microchip Technology could be used to secure–and to some degree personalize–personal possessions like guns and smartphones. The system uses the human body as a conductor of electricity between a unique device like a handgun and a keyfob in the owner’s pocket. Think of it as a wireless communication system that accomplishes the same goal as James Bond’s palmprint smart gun in Skyfall or Judge Dredd’s Lawgiver, but minus the movie slickness.

As reported by Technology Review, the technology’s called BodyCom. It’s built to be cheaper and simpler than other similar authentication technologies, and obviously it lacks the sophistication of palm-coded sci-fi weapons. Safety goes out the window as soon as the wrong person gets ahold of the fob, since the technology doesn’t distinguish between people.

But at a time when gun security is a hot topic, that simplicity could give BodyCom a leg up over other smart guns. The rest of the field hasn’t caught up with James Bond’s technology, either–rather than reading palms, they typically rely on a magnetic ring worn by the gun owner. A newer design requires users to type a pin code into a watch before firing.

BodyCom works with capacitive technology a bit like the smartphone screens we tap and swipe every day. When you touch a base unit–that would be a gun, in our earlier example–it sends a 125 kilohertz signal through your body to the fob presumably located in your pocket. That device then responds with an 8MHz signal that gives the all-clear.

The real appeal of BodyCom is its flexibility. There’s no reason the technology needs to be used for guns, necessarily. As Microchip Technology points out, it could be used to unlock your front door by touch, arm or disarm a security system, or grant access to dangerous power tools. They claim it would cost only $3-4 to add to existing devices, and they’re selling dev kits for only $150.

Source: http://www.tested.com/tech/concepts/454024-wireless-security-system-uses-body-capacity-deliver-unlocking-charge/

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Front point

After completing an in-depth review of the top wireless security systems in the country, the experts at SecuritySystemReviews.com have announced that FrontPoint Security has once again won the award for the best wireless security system.

SecuritySystemReviews.com has announced that home security system company, FrontPoint Security, is among the top companies on its Best Wireless Security System list for 2013. The home security company bested all other companies by placing first in the annual list. According to the home security systems review site, FrontPoint offers the latest technologies, simplicity of use and a great customer service.

Wireless home security systems have grown in popularity over the recent years, mainly because of its hassle free features. With this, more homeowners are looking to employ wireless security services to keep their families and their homes safe. The experts at SecuritySystemReviews.com conducted extensive research and review to accomplish a list of the best companies in the market that offer the best wireless security systems in the market, all with the aim to help consumers employ the best security systems in the market with the most affordable deals.

According to the website’s FrontPoint Security review, the company has combined key features to make its services as simple and affordable to use for consumers. Among these key features is that the company provides its clients with the latest home security equipment. It has partnered with world-renowned electronics company, General Electric (GE), to supply FrontPoint with all its wireless security system equipment needs. It makes use of GE’s Simon XT Control Panel, one of the latest devices in the industry and is both hassle free to set up and easy to use.

Offering the best wireless security system on SecuritySystemReviews’ list, FrontPoint Security also makes setting up easy for consumers. After a short consultation with a security expert, the company will pre-program the system for its client, have the item shipped at their doorstep free of charge and include a simple guide for easy set up. All equipment being wireless, all sensors come as “peel and place” devices. The compact control panel also allows placement on any table top or easy mounting on the wall. After set up, a simple call to FrontPoint will automatically activate the system.

FrontPoint also makes sure to offer a service that is more than what its clients paid for. Considering all the powerful features its system offers, the company still manages to offer affordable prices for its packages. It offers lower price for higher overall value. FrontPoint’s customer support is also always willing to solve any issues clients may have with their systems.

To learn more about FrontPoint security and other wireless security systems, visit securitysystemreviews.com.

About SecuritySystemReviews.com

SecuritySystemReviews.com is a website dedicated to offering consumer support about the home security systems industry. The site provides the latest news, reports and reviews on the newest services and companies that are entering the market today. Led by a team of experts, the details and information provided by the website is based on extensive study and research. The site’s main goal is to help consumers make the right choice in employing the best security systems for their homes.
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Hacker Sentences to 8 years in a $3M Seattle theft ring

The theft ring used Wi-Fi to find, crack wireless business networks.

 

The final member of a roving theft ring that combined high-tech hacking and old-fashioned burglary has been sentenced to nearly eight years in federal prison for a series of identity- and payroll thefts that took more than $3 million from up to 50 local businesses.

Joshuah Allen Witt, 35, appeared in U.S. District Court on Friday, where Judge Richard A. Jones imposed just under an eight-year sentence on charges that included conspiracy, aggravated identity theft and access-device fraud.

Witt, who pleaded guilty in April, received the same prison sentence as co-conspirator John Earl Griffin, 36, who appeared before Jones earlier. Witt will get credit for the nearly two years he has been in custody since his arrest.

A third defendant, Brad Eugene Lowe, 39, received a 6 ½-year sentence.

All of the men will be ordered to pay restitution, which will be determined at another hearing, Jones said.

Jones told Witt his crimes had far-reaching impact. “For some of these individuals, it will be years, if not a lifetime, to recover from the conduct you engaged in,” the judge said.

U.S. Attorney Jenny Durkan, who leads the Justice Department’s Cybercrime and Intellectual Property Enforcement working group, said the hefty sentences send a “strong message to these modern-day bank robbers: Hack and steal at your own peril, as the consequence is prison time.”

“I commend the businesses who quickly alerted law enforcement about the intrusions on their computer systems,” Durkan said. “Without their help, law enforcement could not have put this ring out of business.”

Even then, it took the U.S. Secret Service’s Electronic Crimes Task Force nearly 2 ½ years to break the case.

According to court documents and statements from victims, the men engaged in crimes “both sophisticated and rudimentary,” and combined high technology with broken glass and jimmied locks.

The indictment accused the men of “wardriving” — cruising in a vehicle outfitted with a powerful Wi-Fi receiver to detect business wireless networks. They then would hack into the company’s network from outside, cracking the security code and accessing company computers and information.

In other cases, they would physically break into the company and install “malware” on a computer designed to “sniff out” passwords and security codes and relay that information back to the thieves.

They then would strike quickly by accessing company accounts with other businesses like Amazon.com or eBay and charging expensive items, or in some cases actually getting into a company’s payroll.

In more than one instance, they would divert automatic payroll deposits to newly created bank accounts, load the deposits onto debit cards and buy items such as Rolex watches or engines for their cars.

Mike Carter: 206-464-3706 or mcarter@seattletimes.com


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Hands-On: SonicWALL Brings UTM To SMB Wired And Wireless Network

Tags: Sonicwall, Dell, firewall, SMB, UTM, unified threat management, review

Channel: Security, Wireless, Data Protection

Security vendor SonicWALL, which was acquired in March by Dell, is aiming to provide an appliance that makes protection and authorized access easy for the IT pro. Case in point is the TZ 215 series of security appliances in late march of 2012 and is positioning the device as the mother of all unified threat management (UTM) firewalls for small businesses and branch offices.

Available as two different models, the TZ 215, which is for wired networks and the TZ 215W, which bundles in an integrated radio for Wireless-N connectivity, offer identical feature sets (save for integrated wireless) and retail for $845.00 and $995.00 respectively.

I recently put a TZ 215W UTM device through its paces and I found that the device does a decent job of meeting the security needs of a small business, while providing a few extras, such as VPN access and support for a multitude of wireless devices.

A closer look at the TZ 215W
The SonicWALL TZ215 Wireless-N Firewall offers several features and capabilities. First and foremost, the device works as a Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) firewall and incorporates a full suite of UTM (unified threat management) capabilities, as well as 802.11a/b/g/n secure wireless, and offers both IPSec and SSL VPN capabilities. The UTM suite includes intrusion prevention, gateway anti-virus/anti-spyware, Content/URL filtering, enforced client anti-malware and application control.

Of course, SonicWall is not the only player in the SMB security appliance space, Cisco, Fortinet, NetGear, WatchGuard, and many others offer security appliances for branch offices and small networks. While it is a crowded market, SonicWALL has incorporated a few features that help to make the product competitive and in some cases, a class leader.

Installation and setup of the TZ 215W is wizard driven and is accomplished with the help of a quick start guide (which is the only printed documentation included). After plugging the device in, one of the first steps that you must do is register with SonicWall which is a critical step because all of the licenses for the product and associated software are registered and activated via SonicWall’s website. After registration, I downloaded and installed the latest firmware and software for the TZ215W and then actually get started with deploying the device.

The TZ 215W is feature rich, meaning you will need to plan your deployment and navigate through several setup scenarios. It is not difficult to do, just time consuming and takes a decent amount of networking knowledge to do it correctly.

First on the agenda is setting up the firewall itself, which consists of creating policies that direct/block/examine the traffic coming from the edge of the network. Policy definition is wizard based, meaning that defining basic policies takes only a few mouse clicks to accomplish. Nevertheless, it takes more than basic policies to protect todays networks, and that is where security can become rather complex.

SonicWALL tackles those issues with application intelligence, control and visualization – a set of capabilities integrated into the firewall engine. Simply put, the firewall is aware of what applications are running across the network, and in what context those applications are used. The industry already has a name for that technology – Next Generation Firewall. The integrated firewall is ICSA certified and can scan over 50 protocols with deep packet inspection capabilities.

With the TZ 215 series, I was able to define complex policies that can manage applications at the edge of the network. In other words, if I wanted to block access to Skype or Facebook Games, I could create a policy to do so. What’s more, I was able to define the granularity of that policy – which means I could grant individuals or groups access to those applications and even control what time of the day those applications could be used and how much bandwidth those applications could consume.

That level of application control proves beneficial for businesses looking to prevent data leakage, meet compliance needs and offer scalable control and access as needed to applications. The traffic shaping/management capabilities also ensure that social media traffic won’t capitalize network bandwidth, protecting key business processes from failure due to traffic congestion.

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Trouble in the air

Posted April 26, 2012 By NewsRoom

Many popular hacking tools are freely available via search engines. Photo: Louie Douvis

With almost 50 per cent of Australia’s internet subscribers using mobile or wireless broadband, serious concerns are being raised about the security of wireless systems and the ease of hacking.

Many residential networks are left vulnerable, because users don’t alter system passwords from their default setting or at times don’t even apply a password at all.

Mark Gregory, a senior lecturer in computer engineering at RMIT, believes it isn’t just residential users that leave themselves vulnerable – businesses and some corporations do as well.

“About 20 per cent of wi-fi networks are left unsecure or have poor security. The most a user can do is make sure the password is strong, but even then ‘password security’ is a fallacy.”

Many networks are insufficiently protected with older technology. Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), which was developed in 1999, is now outdated and was replaced in 2003 by wi-fi Protected Access (WPA).

Dr Gregory says the weakness of most home wireless networks lies with the modem manufacturer – repeated password failure does not lock down most modems, allowing hackers to continue to attempt to break in until they are successful.

“If a system timed out after a number of password failures, that would be enough to deter most would-be hackers,” Dr Gregory says. “A wireless modem should at least be able to prevent brute force attacks. Unfortunately manufacturers have been a bit lax.”

The serious nature of hacking was recently highlighted by Queensland Police, whose fraud squad began a wardriving initiative to help identify unsecure residential wireless internet networks.

Wardriving is the act of searching for wi-fi wireless networks from a car using a laptop.

“It’s a positive community support program, and the effort should be supported,” Dr Gregory says. “The issue should be taken seriously, and this response should be carried out in all states.”

With wi-fi signals reaching up to 100 metres, a potential hacker could be anywhere. ‘Nick’ (not real name), a computer enthusiast who admits he is not an expert, found it simple to illegally access wi-fi.

“A neighbour of mine didn’t have a password on their wi-fi,” says Nick. “Another didn’t change their network name or password from the default name of the router.

“You can just chuck it through a program dedicated to generating the password for that particular router. It might take some time, but it works. That’s more cracking than hacking, and it’s simple.”

Nick says there are plenty of forums on the internet dedicated to hacking and cracking, and that no wi-fi network will be completely safe.

“With a bit of an understanding of networking, a couple of programs to capture and analyse what’s going into and out of the networks, the right wireless adapter, a Linux operating system, and some patience, you can have whatever network you want,” he says. “There’s no such thing as a bulletproof wi-fi network; if someone is devoted enough they’ll get in.”

While many hackers could see it as an innocent challenge, others could be using their illegal wi-fi access to commit fraud or serious offences, such as using child pornography.

“These sound maleficent in nature, but it’s like a puzzle to those with a deep interest in the subject,” says Nick. “It’s a challenge, like a Rubik’s cube, and you’ll find that most hackers break in for those reasons alone.”

Many popular and specialised hacking tools are easily accessible through internet search engines. Programs such as wi-fi Hacker and NetStumbler are commonly used, and numerous tools and guides can be found on websites such as wardrive.net.

Many of these applications are easy to use. Some, such as iWep Pro, will run on a jailbroken iPhone. It can provide passwords for wi-fi networks within minutes.

A Spanish application developer, “Mike Wazowski” (not real name), says he developed the application to provide users with a tool to test the vulnerabilities of their own routers.

“The app will only unlock a network if it’s kept on the default password configuration,” Wazowski says. “I don’t know why so many people don’t change the password on their modem. I haven’t changed my own, so if you ask me, I’m just lazy.”

Wazowski confirms that iWep Pro users have reported good results in Australia, providing passwords for BigPond, Thomson and Speedtouch wi-fi modems.

Why your wi-fi is never safe

Posted April 26, 2012 By NewsRoom

Many popular hacking tools are freely available via search engines. Photo: Louie Douvis

With almost 50 per cent of Australia’s internet subscribers using mobile or wireless broadband, serious concerns are being raised about the security of wireless systems and the ease of hacking.

Many residential networks are left vulnerable, because users don’t alter system passwords from their default setting or at times don’t even apply a password at all.

Mark Gregory, a senior lecturer in computer engineering at RMIT, believes it isn’t just residential users that leave themselves vulnerable – businesses and some corporations do as well.

“About 20 per cent of wi-fi networks are left unsecure or have poor security. The most a user can do is make sure the password is strong, but even then ‘password security’ is a fallacy.”

Many networks are insufficiently protected with older technology. Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), which was developed in 1999, is now outdated and was replaced in 2003 by wi-fi Protected Access (WPA).

Dr Gregory says the weakness of most home wireless networks lies with the modem manufacturer – repeated password failure does not lock down most modems, allowing hackers to continue to attempt to break in until they are successful.

“If a system timed out after a number of password failures, that would be enough to deter most would-be hackers,” Dr Gregory says. “A wireless modem should at least be able to prevent brute force attacks. Unfortunately manufacturers have been a bit lax.”

The serious nature of hacking was recently highlighted by Queensland Police, whose fraud squad began a wardriving initiative to help identify unsecure residential wireless internet networks.

Wardriving is the act of searching for wi-fi wireless networks from a car using a laptop.

“It’s a positive community support program, and the effort should be supported,” Dr Gregory says. “The issue should be taken seriously, and this response should be carried out in all states.”

With wi-fi signals reaching up to 100 metres, a potential hacker could be anywhere. ‘Nick’ (not real name), a computer enthusiast who admits he is not an expert, found it simple to illegally access wi-fi.

“A neighbour of mine didn’t have a password on their wi-fi,” says Nick. “Another didn’t change their network name or password from the default name of the router.

“You can just chuck it through a program dedicated to generating the password for that particular router. It might take some time, but it works. That’s more cracking than hacking, and it’s simple.”

Nick says there are plenty of forums on the internet dedicated to hacking and cracking, and that no wi-fi network will be completely safe.

“With a bit of an understanding of networking, a couple of programs to capture and analyse what’s going into and out of the networks, the right wireless adapter, a Linux operating system, and some patience, you can have whatever network you want,” he says. “There’s no such thing as a bulletproof wi-fi network; if someone is devoted enough they’ll get in.”

While many hackers could see it as an innocent challenge, others could be using their illegal wi-fi access to commit fraud or serious offences, such as using child pornography.

“These sound maleficent in nature, but it’s like a puzzle to those with a deep interest in the subject,” says Nick. “It’s a challenge, like a Rubik’s cube, and you’ll find that most hackers break in for those reasons alone.”

Many popular and specialised hacking tools are easily accessible through internet search engines. Programs such as wi-fi Hacker and NetStumbler are commonly used, and numerous tools and guides can be found on websites such as wardrive.net.

Many of these applications are easy to use. Some, such as iWep Pro, will run on a jailbroken iPhone. It can provide passwords for wi-fi networks within minutes.

A Spanish application developer, “Mike Wazowski” (not real name), says he developed the application to provide users with a tool to test the vulnerabilities of their own routers.

“The app will only unlock a network if it’s kept on the default password configuration,” Wazowski says. “I don’t know why so many people don’t change the password on their modem. I haven’t changed my own, so if you ask me, I’m just lazy.”

Wazowski confirms that iWep Pro users have reported good results in Australia, providing passwords for BigPond, Thomson and Speedtouch wi-fi modems.

Why your wi-fi network is never safe

Posted April 26, 2012 By NewsRoom

Many popular hacking tools are freely available via search engines. Photo: Louie Douvis

With almost 50 per cent of Australia’s internet subscribers using mobile or wireless broadband, serious concerns are being raised about the security of wireless systems and the ease of hacking.

Many residential networks are left vulnerable, because users don’t alter system passwords from their default setting or at times don’t even apply a password at all.

Mark Gregory, a senior lecturer in computer engineering at RMIT, believes it isn’t just residential users that leave themselves vulnerable – businesses and some corporations do as well.

“About 20 per cent of wi-fi networks are left unsecure or have poor security. The most a user can do is make sure the password is strong, but even then ‘password security’ is a fallacy.”

Many networks are insufficiently protected with older technology. Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), which was developed in 1999, is now outdated and was replaced in 2003 by wi-fi Protected Access (WPA).

Dr Gregory says the weakness of most home wireless networks lies with the modem manufacturer – repeated password failure does not lock down most modems, allowing hackers to continue to attempt to break in until they are successful.

“If a system timed out after a number of password failures, that would be enough to deter most would-be hackers,” Dr Gregory says. “A wireless modem should at least be able to prevent brute force attacks. Unfortunately manufacturers have been a bit lax.”

The serious nature of hacking was recently highlighted by Queensland Police, whose fraud squad began a wardriving initiative to help identify unsecure residential wireless internet networks.

Wardriving is the act of searching for wi-fi wireless networks from a car using a laptop.

“It’s a positive community support program, and the effort should be supported,” Dr Gregory says. “The issue should be taken seriously, and this response should be carried out in all states.”

With wi-fi signals reaching up to 100 metres, a potential hacker could be anywhere. ‘Nick’ (not real name), a computer enthusiast who admits he is not an expert, found it simple to illegally access wi-fi.

“A neighbour of mine didn’t have a password on their wi-fi,” says Nick. “Another didn’t change their network name or password from the default name of the router.

“You can just chuck it through a program dedicated to generating the password for that particular router. It might take some time, but it works. That’s more cracking than hacking, and it’s simple.”

Nick says there are plenty of forums on the internet dedicated to hacking and cracking, and that no wi-fi network will be completely safe.

“With a bit of an understanding of networking, a couple of programs to capture and analyse what’s going into and out of the networks, the right wireless adapter, a Linux operating system, and some patience, you can have whatever network you want,” he says. “There’s no such thing as a bulletproof wi-fi network; if someone is devoted enough they’ll get in.”

While many hackers could see it as an innocent challenge, others could be using their illegal wi-fi access to commit fraud or serious offences, such as using child pornography.

“These sound maleficent in nature, but it’s like a puzzle to those with a deep interest in the subject,” says Nick. “It’s a challenge, like a Rubik’s cube, and you’ll find that most hackers break in for those reasons alone.”

Many popular and specialised hacking tools are easily accessible through internet search engines. Programs such as wi-fi Hacker and NetStumbler are commonly used, and numerous tools and guides can be found on websites such as wardrive.net.

Many of these applications are easy to use. Some, such as iWep Pro, will run on a jailbroken iPhone. It can provide passwords for wi-fi networks within minutes.

A Spanish application developer, “Mike Wazowski” (not real name), says he developed the application to provide users with a tool to test the vulnerabilities of their own routers.

“The app will only unlock a network if it’s kept on the default password configuration,” Wazowski says. “I don’t know why so many people don’t change the password on their modem. I haven’t changed my own, so if you ask me, I’m just lazy.”

Wazowski confirms that iWep Pro users have reported good results in Australia, providing passwords for BigPond, Thomson and Speedtouch wi-fi modems.

COSTA MESA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–

EnGenius®
Technologies
, Inc., the leader in long-range Wireless-N
networking solutions for homes and businesses, today announced the
availability of the ENH210EXT
Enterprise Outdoor Long-Range Wireless-N Access Point
and ENH210
Enterprise Outdoor Long-Range Wireless-N Client Bridge
.

Ideal for Point-to-Multipoint outdoor wireless deployments, ENH210EXT
and ENH210 feature IP67-rated housings and deliver high-speed
connectivity over longer ranges than ordinary wireless solutions.
ENH210EXT can operate in a number of configurations and supports
connectivity to and from other outdoor client bridges (ENH210) in
multiple-building campus deployments. The ENH210 is optimized for use as
a client bridge for the ENH210EXT and can also be deployed as a
point-to-point bridge.

Key features of the ENH210EXT and ENH210:

  • High power and fast data speeds: up to 800mW transmit output
    power, wireless speeds up to 300Mbps and Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports;
  • Multiple operating modes: access point (ENH210EXT), WDS, client
    bridge;
  • High capacity outdoor AP: ENH210EXT, which supports SSID-VLAN
    binding for up to 8 SSIDs, provides wide outdoor coverage and supports
    three times as many concurrent associated client devices than other
    APs;
  • Power-over-Ethernet: IEEE802.3af/at PoE-compliant allows
    deployment in areas without power outlets;
  • Security: WPA/WPA2 Personal, WPA/WPA2 Enterprise, and 802.1x
    Authenticator;
  • Antennas: ENH210EXT features two external N-type connectors and
    comes with 5dBi omni-directional antennas; ENH210 features two
    internal 14dBi directional antennas;
  • EnGenius Zone Controller software: enables configuration,
    management and monitoring of multiple APs from one central location.

“The ENH210EXT outperforms other brands on capacity, range and
stability,” stated Charles Merriman, President at Texas-based Enterprise
Improvement Technologies, an EnGenius EnPower Authorized Dealer. “The
ENH210EXT outperformed a competitive brand, providing very good
stability while allowing more than three times as many wireless devices
to connect at the same time.”

“The ENH210EXT and ENH210 are ideal solutions for point-to-multipoint
outdoor network infrastructure requirements that require high speeds
over long ranges,” explained Alex Wei, Product Manager for EnGenius. “At
distances up to two miles, ENH210 provides a higher point-to-point data
rate than other comparable solutions to support high-bandwidth
applications such as wireless streaming of IP camera video.”

ENH210EXT and ENH210 are backed by one-year warranties and are available
in North America via authorized distributors and value-added resellers
at MSRPs of $279.99 and $269.99 respectively. For more information on
EnGenius Technologies and its families of long-range wireless datacom
and telecom
products visit www.engeniustech.com.

About EnGenius Technologies

EnGenius Technologies, Inc. is an industry expert in wireless
communications and radio frequency (RF) technology. The company
pioneered “Affordable Long-Range Wireless” communication solutions, and
creates wireless voice and data products for home, SOHO and SMB use that
are versatile, feature-rich, business-class and affordable. Our complete
line of award-winning devices is designed to deliver long-range, fast
speeds, robust security, and ease-of-use. Established in 1999, EnGenius
Technologies is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Senao Networks, a Taiwan RF
communications manufacturing company.

Option trading update

Posted April 26, 2012 By NewsRoom

LEUVEN, BELGIUM–(Marketwire -04/26/12)- Option (EURONEXT Brussels: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), a global leader in wireless connectivity, security and experience, today announced that during the first quarter of 2012 the Group generated revenue of EUR 12.1 million. Software license revenues represented EUR 8.6 million and product related revenues represented EUR 3.5 million of total first quarter 2012 revenues.

The Company reports a positive EBITDA of EUR 3.7 million for the first quarter of 2012.

About Option

Option is a global leader in wireless connectivity, security and experience. Option enhances the performance, functionality and usability of wireless communications through a portfolio of 3G, 4G HSPA/LTE and WLAN connectivity solutions. The company works with mobile operators, OEMs, retailers and enterprise customers to create compelling products that enable new connected and secure services. Option is headquartered in Belgium, with further RD facilities in Germany and an ISO 9001 production engineering and logistics facility in Ireland. Option maintains offices in Europe, the US, Greater China, Japan and Australia. More at www.option.com

Copyright ©2012 OPTION. All rights reserved. All product and company names herein may be (registered) trademarks or trade names.

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Option trading update – eerste kwartaal 2012: http://hugin.info/133962/R/1606058/508998.pdf

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TAMPA, Fla., April 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — One Shop Wireless, Inc., an exclusive national Business Partner Sales (BPS) Master Agent for T-Mobile USA, is introducing a unique wireless security solution for real estate and property management. The product lineup from CellSign Technologies provides protection for residential and commercial properties without phone lines or Wi-Fi.

“We know that realtors and property managers have concerns about the security of both residential and commercial property. Vacant properties have become a crime hotbed, with millions of dollars lost from the theft of appliances, wiring, aluminum and air conditioners. And, vacant and foreclosed homes are being targeted by criminals for adverse possession,” says Gillian Foley, One Shop Wireless’ Vice President.

“Whether the issue is theft or vandalism, we can offer 24/7 wireless protection without monitoring fees or installation. All you need is a smart phone or tablet and you can receive texts, pictures or emails from the security device whenever motion is detected. A mobile app for Android phones provides an added level of convenience.”

The anywhere, anytime protection is available in four systems to ensure the right fit for the property. All system cameras contain backup lithium batteries and a live audio “listen in” feature:

Portable Security: Perfect for residential realtors, this device combines motion and infrared sensors for advanced protection. Just plug it in and point it at the area you want surveillance for and you’re set. If the motion or body heat sensors are tripped, you instantly receive a text message, picture or email on your mobile device – whether you’re using one or more sensors. It’s an easy way to keep track of buyers at an open house and allows realty teams to receive shared notification with its ability to program up to 10 numbers and 9 emergency numbers.

Mounted Security: If coverage over a greater area is needed, the larger sensor range of the Mounted Security device is the right choice. Your mobile device becomes your remote for accessing real-time audio and images. Receive texts and emails if the security sensors are tripped and control the device via standard text messages.

Fixed Security: When more than one area needs to be protected, such as a real estate office or a commercial site, the Fixed Security system with connections for up to eight cameras provides the solution. With numerous coverage angles in addition to the body heat and motion sensors, a high level of security is achieved with the same mobile communication. The option of adding up to four sensors such as door, gas and smoke sensors or panic buttons add to the system’s flexibility.

Zoned Security: With multiple cameras enabling coverage at every angle, the Zoned system can control up to four cameras, making it perfect for property management. Each camera can be angled to survey the key entry point in the home. Not only will you be notified should someone access your property, but up to eight other people can be notified to receive alerts if a sensor is tripped. All device features can be controlled using standard messaging to schedule system arming when leaving the home or office.

“All of the CellSign products utilize T-Mobile networks but work on all phones that are SMS and MMS enabled,” adds Foley. “Real estate brokers and property managers have enough challenges today. Security should add stress-free peace of mind and for the first time we can offer just that.”

All systems are available through One Shop Wireless at http://www.1shopsecurity.com.

About One Shop Wireless

Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, One Shop Wireless, Inc. is an exclusive, national Business Partner Sales (BPS) Master Agent for T-Mobile USA. One Shop Wireless’ focus is to select the best partners to deliver the best mobility solutions to its clients. http://www.1shopwireless.com

About CellSign Technologies

CellSign Technologies, LLC was founded on the belief that security should go everywhere our customers go. This led to the creation of the first completely wireless security technology available. CellSign devices are portable, wirelessly accessible and easy to use for the home, travel, business and realty. http://www.cellsigntechnologies.com

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760-633-4811

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DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–

Dublin – Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/qdpjpt/wlan_market_2012)
has announced the addition of the “WLAN
Market 2012: Wireless Local Area Network Market Study Business
Overview”
report to their offering.

Wireless systems are evolving towards the development of broadband
applications, including multimedia services in a way to compete with
wired LAN systems. It is expected that users will eventually demand the
development of new applications with broadband access and bit rates
higher that 2 Mbps, including broadband WLANs, multimedia, and
interactive broadcasts in a global environment based on terrestrial and
satellite systems.

This necessity will give rise to a fourth generation systems however the
scarcity of available spectrum will pose serious obstacle to the
development. The WLAN Industry currently stands at 23.6 Billion $ and
expected to grow 65 Billion $ by 2015.

The market is widely dominated by leaders like Cisco, HP, Nortel where
majority of market share is owned, small and new entries to the industry
focus on Innovation and Pricing as their business strategy.

This research evaluates the WLAN market in 2012 and analyzes the future
prospects, players, and key issues such as security.

Audience:

– WLAN infrastructure providers

– Broadband services providers

– Data management companies

– Application developers

Keywords: WiFi, WLAN, Wireless LAN, WLAN Market, WLAN Future, WLAN
Players

Key Topics Covered:

– 1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

– 2.0 WIRELESS LOCAL AREA NETWORK (WLAN)

– 2.1 WIRELESS LOCAL AREA NETWORK (OVERVIEW)

– 2.2 TYPES AND COMPONENTS OF WLAN

– 3.0 WLAN STANDARDS

– 3.1 IEEE 802.11 STANDARD FAMILY

– 3.2 CURRENT TECHNOLOGY IN WLAN

– 3.3 FUTURE TECHNOLOGY IN WLAN

– 3.4 CURRENT CHALLENGES IN WLAN

– 4.0 WLAN CURRENT TRENDS

– 4.1 NEW DEVELOPMENTS

– 4.2 GROWTH FACTORS

– 5.0 WLAN MARKET OVERVIEW

– 5.1 WLAN MARKET

– 5.2 MARKET PLAYERS

– 5.3 MARKET SHARE

– 5.4 MARKET FUTURE PERSPECTIVE

– 6.0 DEPLOYING WLAN

– 6.1 ADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES

– 6.2 SECURITY TIPS

– 7.0 CONCLUSION

For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/qdpjpt/wlan_market_2012.

IRVINE, CA–(Marketwire -04/24/12)- Toshiba America Information Systems Inc., Telecommunication Systems Division (Toshiba — www.telecom.toshiba.com), today announced an affordable wireless solution for small to medium-sized businesses featuring the Polycom SpectraLink® 8400 series of wireless telephones. Now available through Toshiba’s Authorized Dealer Network nationwide, the wireless business solution is compatible with Toshiba’s IPedge® and Strata® CIX™ business telephone systems and works with SpectraLink 8400 wireless telephones to give SMBs an affordable choice for in-building wireless communications without the need for a base station.

“Now available through Authorized Toshiba Dealers, Toshiba’s SMB wireless business solution provides an affordable feature-rich wireless communications solution for smaller enterprises. It provides an overall cost-competitive solution when used with the customer’s existing VoIP-capable wireless local area network connected to IPedge or Strata CIX business telephone systems and does not require a base station,” said Mark Carpenter, vice president of technology and product management for Toshiba America Information Systems Inc., Telecommunication Systems Division.

Included in the bundle are Polycom SpectraLink 8400 wireless telephones, which provide in-building, wireless communications in connection with Toshiba’s IPedge and Strata CIX business telephone systems. Available in two models, Polycom SpectraLink 8440 and Polycom SpectraLink 8450, the telephones provide users with a lightweight, simple-to-use, ergonomic handset that is tied directly into Toshiba’s enterprise telephony system to provide high-definition voice quality for clear conversations.

“Toshiba’s SMB wireless business solution gives SMB’s the option of wireless, in-building mobility, which helps improve productivity and responsiveness for on-site mobile professionals across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, retail, manufacturing and hospitality,” Carpenter added.

About Toshiba’s IPedge IP Business Telephone System

IPedge accommodates multiple unified communication applications on a single Linux server, including call processing, voice mail and unified messaging, meet-me conferencing with Web collaboration, Call Manager™ unified communications, native SIP line and SIP trunk support, mobility, survivability, networking with other IPedge and/or Strata CIX systems, centralized administration, and feature-rich telephone endpoints. Plus, add-on applications, including uMobility Fixed Mobile Convergence (FMC) and Contact Center solutions, are available with additional servers.

Benefits of the Linux server include survivability within or across the network to support business continuity and a higher level of security. A single IP address provides cost-effective deployment. SIP trunks work natively with the IPedge without requiring additional gateway equipment. With its IP technology and open standards, IPedge is designed for the long term as future endpoint devices and applications are built on standards to help ensure compatibility with the system, thus protecting the user’s investment.

Built-in features include:

  • Toshiba’s Call Manager Unified Communications application;
  • Enterprise Manager browser-based system administration with centralized multi-site management;
  • Browser-based personal administration for individual users to program their own telephones;
  • Flexible and feature-rich Unified Messaging;
  • On-site mobility including Toshiba’s wireless IP telephones; and
  • One hundred percent networking compatibility with Toshiba’s Strata CIX IP converged systems.

About Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. (TAIS)
Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., TAIS is comprised of three business units: Digital Products Division, Imaging Systems Division, and Telecommunication Systems Division. Together, these divisions provide digital products, services and solutions, including industry-leading portable computers; televisions, TV/DVD Combination products, Blu-ray Disc and DVD products, and portable devices; imaging products for the security, medical and manufacturing markets; and IP business telephone systems with unified communications, collaboration and mobility applications. TAIS provides sales, marketing and services for its wide range of products in the United States and Latin America. TAIS is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation.

About Toshiba
Toshiba is a world leader and innovator in pioneering high technology, a diversified manufacturer and marketer of advanced electronic and electrical products spanning digital consumer products; electronic devices and components; power systems, including nuclear energy; industrial and social infrastructure systems; and home appliances. Toshiba was founded in 1875, and today operates a global network of more than 490 companies, with 203,000 employees worldwide and annual sales surpassing 6.3 trillion yen (US$77 billion). Visit Toshiba’s Web site at www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm.

© 2012 Toshiba America Information Systems Inc. All rights reserved. All product, service and company names are trademarks, registered trademarks or service marks of their respective owners. Information including, without limitation, product prices, specifications, availability, content of services, and contact information is subject to change without notice.

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