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We have read about credit card skimmers at ATMs or gas stations but how would someone hack into fuel pumps to steal gas? Apparently, cybercriminals have got their hands on a device that allows them to steal gasoline from fuel pumps without getting caught. Investigators are looking for two men spotted at a Marathon Oil Service Station in Detriot […]
Russian authorities have identified an extensively distributed malware campaign targeting electronic gas stations using software programs at the pumps. Until now, dozens of gas stations have been attacked as customers are conned into paying more for fuel than what has actually been pumped into their vehicle tanks. Reportedly, around 3 to 7% increment per gallon of […]
As incredulous as it sounds, it is indeed true that scientists at “University at Albany” in the US have developed a new biometric based verification concept that utilizes our body sweat to unlock wearable devices and smartphones. Researchers explained that this new approach relies upon analyzing the skin secretions, that is, sweat to generate a […]
Willem Westerhof, a cybersecurity researcher at Dutch security firm ITsec, has identified a serious vulnerability in an essential component of solar panels, the inverter. If this flaw is exploited then European power grids will be severely affected, and there is a threat of widespread outages. According to Westerhof, the flaw is present in thousands of […]
Facial recognition machines have been installed in public toilets in Beijing’s most famous Park, Temple of Heaven. These machines are on trial to avoid the waste of toilet paper, as it has been excessively used by “some tourists.” So be prepared to use a limited 60-centimeter-piece (that has been upgraded from one-ply to two-ply) given […]
A smartphone with a low battery is a real problem, especially when you are on the go. In such a scenario, finding a USB port installed somewhere or charging facility at public outlets seems to be a blessing. Public charging ports are installed almost everywhere for the users and visitors convenience such as at airports, […]
Believe it or not, your Solar Panel can be hacked as well — Just like this man who hacked his own solar panel Do you know how you can verify if your home or property is fully secure? Well, in Fred Bret-Mounet’s opinion, the only way is to try to violate the security measures yourself. […]
An increase in the use of technology is making the world more accessible to hackers — In their latest attempt hackers might be targeting oil and gas companies. A security expert has warned against the vulnerability of critical infrastructure in the oil and gas companies as he sees a possible threat by hackers who might […]
Apple is working on wireless charging technology with aim to revolutionise the way of charging electronic devices Last year, Nikola Labs launched an iPhone case that transforms radio frequencies into DC electrical current and thus, can charge devices. The first device running on this mechanism is a case for iPhone 6. It doesn’t require extra battery […]
Anonymous and supporters of the LulzSec group breached into the server of Cosa Rican government website for OpPuraVida. The online hacktivist Anonymous Costa Rica along with the supporters of LulzSec group breached into the server of country’s Ministry Of Foreign Affairs and leaked login credentials of registered users. The breach was conducted under the banner of operation […]
The infamous hacktivists collective Anonymous has declared Michigan governor Rick Snyder guilty for the ongoing Flint water contamination crisis. On Wednesday, a statement was released by the Anonymous Intelligence Group, which is associated with the hacktivists collective. It read: “Anonymous Activates #OpFlint…And Yes It’s About Time!” The statement was followed by a video posted by […]
The computer networks installed at the main airport in Kiev, Ukraine, have been identified as containing malware. The discovery was made public by a report from Reuters. The report stated that the IT network of Boryspil International Airport, which is located nearby Kiev, has been infected by malware. As per the report, the IT network […]
It is being reported that the oil and gas sectors have suddenly become more vulnerable to cyber threats. In 2013, we at HackRead reported how oil and gas sector faces serious physical and online security threats. Now, as per the data received by firms belonging to the oil and gas industry, 2015 has been quite […]
In December 2015, Ukraine’s regional control center network was attacked with a malware and the government thinks Russia is the culprit. A section of Ukraine went dark on December 23 and the country’s SBU security service was quick to blame Russia for this power-failure. The Ukrainian power company maintains that the outage was temporary and not completely […]
It is an undeniable fact that almost every network, computer, and equipment can be hacked. From a smart coffee maker to a full-fledged power grid station, everything is hackable, reveals a study conducted by the Associated Press (AP). In its comprehensive investigation the AP concluded, after analyzing dozens of data sets, government reports, private analysis […]
Do you know the USB devices we carry each day can be converted into a bomb? You must be thinking like “yeah whatever.” No, it’s true, a researcher just showed how a USB can be converted into a killer USB that can kill your whole PC within seconds. Though, this is not the first time such […]
In 2013, we at HackRead reported how oil and gas sector faces serious physical and online security threats. Now researchers have found out that hackers like to hunt for gas stations offering Internet-linked fuel tanks. With the expansion in modernized gas stations offering Internet-linked fuel tanks, it is also imperative that proper security measures are […]
It was more like a mission for engineer, David Choi, to 3D print something inspired by Nikola Tesla’s wireless power transmission something brilliant, a work of art. Using his MakerBot Replicator 5th Generation, he originally started off by printing the base of the lamp, with just two indentations for coils, one spiraling out and the […]