Symantec has uncovered another vulnerability within the Google Glass platform while testing in its labs. The article was published on Tech Hive earlier this week.
The initial vulnerability was related to QR codes, the patchwork UPC-like patterns that can transfer information, such as a website, when scanned off a product, poster or periodical. Google Glass would scan a malicious QR code which would redirect the user to a website hosting a known Android 4.04 vulnerability which would give the host complete control over the device. That issue has since been patched.
The new vulnerability that was discovered relates to auto-connecting to known networks that a user has used before. This is something almost all wireless devices do as a convenience to the user. Unfortunately that convenience comes at the price of vulnerability. For as little as $100 a hacker can purchase a device that impersonates the known network and imitates it's SSID. This causes the user's device to automatically connect to the hacker's network without knowing.
A common scenario is your device will search for a WiFi hotspot. It will find the network, which may look to be a known WiFi connection, like Starbucks or AT&T, but it would be a spoofed network in disguise. Your device would then connect to the malicious hotspot. Once you're connected to the device it will allow you to connect to the internet where it will be between you and the server you are accessing. This allows the device to spy on any and all unencrypted traffic going over the connection and is known as a man-in-the-middle attack (MITM).
This, of course, is not limited to just Google Glass. It can be an issue for any device connecting to a known network such as a coffee shop, library, or even your own network. The best deterrent for this that more and more people are turning to is running a VPN service. This way, even if the device is able to have you connect through it, the information being sent and received is unreadable. Effectively making you safe from possible MITM attacks.
The news highlights that even the latest technologies are vulnerable to such rudimentary attacks and additional steps should be taken to protect yourself. Running security software such as GoTrusted is one way to provide the protection you need from these kinds of MITM attacks, as well as the myriad of other systems hackers are actively using.
Tuesday, July 23, 2013
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
New GoTrusted Windows Version Released
It's been a busy week here at GoTrusted. Following the new servers that have opened in Hong Kong, we're releasing the new 2.3.5.0 version of GoTrusted for Windows.
Users will notice some obvious changes immediately. We've added a 'Menu' button to the status window to make navigation in the client easier. The settings menu has also been changed. The basic settings for region selection, and user login will be found in the first tab labeled 'General'. We've moved the less used troubleshooting settings to the separate advanced tab.
Behind the scenes we've ironed out a few bugs that were affecting a very small percentage of users under specific circumstances. We'll also be releasing the updated Mac version shortly.
If you have any questions or run into any problems using the GoTrusted VPN service remember to contact our support via the support page!
Thank you,
The GoTrusted Team
Users will notice some obvious changes immediately. We've added a 'Menu' button to the status window to make navigation in the client easier. The settings menu has also been changed. The basic settings for region selection, and user login will be found in the first tab labeled 'General'. We've moved the less used troubleshooting settings to the separate advanced tab.
Behind the scenes we've ironed out a few bugs that were affecting a very small percentage of users under specific circumstances. We'll also be releasing the updated Mac version shortly.
If you have any questions or run into any problems using the GoTrusted VPN service remember to contact our support via the support page!
Thank you,
The GoTrusted Team
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
GoTrusted Expands Bandwidth in Asia
Good news for our Asia based customers! We've further expanded the bandwidth available in Asia with a new high-speed, secure server location in Hong Kong.
The new servers will make sure our current level of performance is maintained in the Asian region with the increase in traffic from our new users.
The new servers will make sure our current level of performance is maintained in the Asian region with the increase in traffic from our new users.
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Internet Privacy Concerns in the News
Given the recent news about government monitoring of Internet communication, we'd like to address our current and future customers. Stories such as these have concerned millions of Internet users:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-21743499
GoTrusted's mission has always been to protect Internet users' privacy and access. We believe it is paramount that our users' communication not be breached by any government, ISP or malicious individuals. Customers of the GoTrusted VPN Service can be assured that their communications are fully encrypted over the GoTrusted network to our secure servers, ensuring their anonymity, privacy, security and access to a free Internet. At GoTrusted, we will continue to work for these principles regardless of the efforts of outside entities to circumvent them.
Thank You,
The GoTrusted Team
Saturday, May 18, 2013
GoTrusted Expands Bandwidth in Europe
Due to increases in ISP speeds provided to customers in the European area, GoTrusted has now expanded its available bandwidth in Europe with the launch of our new high-speed German secure server location. These new servers will ensure that fast performance is maintained for GoTrusted's existing European users, in addition to future users of our VPN service.
As always, support is there to help if you run into any issues so don't hesitate to contact them.
Monday, May 13, 2013
Major Update Coming for Windows 8
Some good news for our Windows 8 users. Microsoft released a statement earlier this week telling of a new update code named 'Blue' that they'll be releasing June 26th at the Build developers conference held in San Francisco.
They're has been plenty of feedback from users both critical and positive. Something Microsoft has readily acknowledged.
"We need to work to address a real learning curve with Windows 8," said Tami Reller, chief financial officer for Microsoft's Windows division. "That's a big challenge for us."
The update is rumored to address some of the issues that people have been raising most concern about. One of the biggest being a lack of a true 'Start' button that has been present in every Microsoft OS release since '95.
There can be a steep learning curve associated with Microsoft's new operating system and can seem daunting to new users. We have our share of support cases involving Windows 8 and that's why our support is there! Don't hesitate to send them an email if you run into any issues using GoTrusted on your Windows 8 devices.
They're has been plenty of feedback from users both critical and positive. Something Microsoft has readily acknowledged.
"We need to work to address a real learning curve with Windows 8," said Tami Reller, chief financial officer for Microsoft's Windows division. "That's a big challenge for us."
The update is rumored to address some of the issues that people have been raising most concern about. One of the biggest being a lack of a true 'Start' button that has been present in every Microsoft OS release since '95.
There can be a steep learning curve associated with Microsoft's new operating system and can seem daunting to new users. We have our share of support cases involving Windows 8 and that's why our support is there! Don't hesitate to send them an email if you run into any issues using GoTrusted on your Windows 8 devices.
Thursday, April 11, 2013
New GoTrusted Review on BestReviews.net
A new review has recently been posted by BestReviews.net about GoTrusted's VPN Service.
In the review, they highlight our company history and the features you'll be seeing when using GoTrusted. It's a good read for those looking for an additional resource before trying our VPN service.
Our customers can also leave their own customer reviews on the site. We hear a lot of great feed back through our support so if you feel the need, please let us know how we're doing on the site!
In the review, they highlight our company history and the features you'll be seeing when using GoTrusted. It's a good read for those looking for an additional resource before trying our VPN service.
Our customers can also leave their own customer reviews on the site. We hear a lot of great feed back through our support so if you feel the need, please let us know how we're doing on the site!
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