Title :
The rise of the gadgets
Author_Institution :
Core Security Technol., Boston, MA, USA
Abstract :
The emergence of networkable gadgets, ranging from printers and DSL routers to gaming consoles, cameras, and personal data assistants (PDA), can pose serious risks to an otherwise secure infrastructure. In this installment of Attack Trends, the author examines sample vulnerabilities and research that might point to novel attack vectors that administrators should consider when planning a well thought-out information security strategy.
Keywords :
computer network management; coronagraphs; notebook computers; printers; remote consoles; security of data; telecommunication network planning; telecommunication security; DSL routers; PDA; attack vectors; cameras; gaming consoles; information security strategy; networkable gadgets; personal data assistants; planning; printers; secure infrastructure; vulnerabilities; Application software; Cellular phones; Computer security; Embedded software; Embedded system; Home appliances; Operating systems; Privacy; Switches; Workstations;
Journal_Title :
Security & Privacy, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/MSECP.2003.1236241
