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Bluetooth security dangers ignored, say experts
News Schmidt, who is a board member for protocol-testing company Codenomicon, told ZDNet.co.uk at the Infosecurity Europe 2008 conference on Tuesday that protocols used in Bluetooth communications are vulnerable to attack and that device manufacturers...
[April 23, 2008, 15:53]
Bluetooth Security White Paper
White Papers Security Expert Group (BSEG) provides the Bluetooth SIG and associated working groups with expertise regarding all aspects of Bluetooth security. Bluetooth security as well as additional security mechanisms for selected Bluetooth wireless profiles.
[September 2, 2008, 7:34]
Security Overview of Bluetooth
White Papers This paper gives a short overview of the security architecture of Bluetooth. Unfortunately, there are a lot of security flaws in the Bluetooth standard. An extensive overview of the security flaws in Bluetooth will be given in this paper.
[August 11, 2005, 6:00]
Security for BlackBerry Devices With Bluetooth Wireless Technology
White Papers Security researchers have discovered specific vulnerabilities in Bluetooth that can cause problems for users and IT administrators if they are not understood or if Bluetooth is poorly or improperly implemented.
[September 7, 2006, 3:18]
Bluetooth needs long PINS for security
News The Bluetooth Special Interest Group has told users to set eight-digit PINs when pairing two devices, and take other precautions, after a report described a way for hackers to crack the security codes on Bluetooth devices and seize control of them.
[June 27, 2005, 17:55]
Nokia admits multiple Bluetooth security holes
News Following networking and security firm AL Digital's revelation that at least ten handsets from Nokia, Sony Ericsson and Ericsson were vulnerable to a bluesnarfing attack, a Nokia spokesperson told ZDNet UK that the company is aware of "security...
[February 9, 2004, 16:50]
Nokia releases 'invisible' Bluetooth security fix
News More than six months after admitting there was a Bluetooth security flaw in a number of its mobile phone handsets, Nokia said it has released a software upgrade that fixes the vulnerabilities. Nokia will introduce a software update in summer 2004...
[July 22, 2004, 14:35]
On Bluetooth Security
White Papers Although there seem to be quite some problems in the security aspects of Bluetooth, such as the encryption and the authentication algorithms, one could justify the weaknesses by the special characteristics of the network.
[November 9, 2005, 0:00]
Detailed Descriptions of New Proof-of-Concept Bluetooth Security Analysis Tools and New Security Attacks
White Papers This paper describes the details of two new proof-of-concept Bluetooth security analysis tools and two new attacks against Bluetooth security. On-Line PIN Cracking script is a security analysis tool for on-line Bluetooth device PIN cracking.
[November 11, 2005, 0:00]
Bluetooth needs long PINS for security
Talkback Fundamentally, the problem with Bluetooth is that they really didn't take security seriously. Bruce Schneier reported on this attitude a while ago, Bluetooth engineers feeling that security was unimportant because it would only be a short range...
[July 4, 2005, 5:44]
Nokia admits multiple Bluetooth security holes
Talkback It would be a start if the phones did not have bluetooth setting as default 'on' mode!
[February 10, 2004, 9:42]
Nokia releases 'invisible' Bluetooth security fix
Talkback The virus seemed to only be a Proof of Concept bug. However, just knowing that the problem can be solved is a step in the right direction. It's great how companies such as Nokia see the importance of this.
[July 27, 2004, 4:53]
Nokia admits multiple Bluetooth security holes
Talkback I believe that there is a good protective measure on the market. When you want to ensure maximum protection, use an E2X bag. They are at www.e2xgear and originate from technology used to counter electronic espionage efforts directed against the US...
[April 24, 2004, 20:10]
Nokia admits multiple Bluetooth security holes
Talkback I have a Nokia 6310i. It seems ok that there are few of us out there who might be affected, but Nokia's this kind of treatment of its customers cannot be fair. Nokia 6310i is the high end of its class and I have paid more to purchase this high-end...
[July 19, 2004, 16:33]
Security of Bluetooth: An Overview of Bluetooth Security
White Papers Especially in office the information broadcasted over the Bluetooth piconet can be sensitive and requires a good security. The purpose of this paper is to give an overview of Bluetooth security and how it was designed.
[July 1, 2004, 3:00]
Nokia releases 'invisible' Bluetooth security fix
Talkback well thats not the way to get market share and confidence is it!
[July 23, 2004, 0:55]
Nokia admits multiple Bluetooth security holes
Talkback Shouldn't a refund be in order?
[February 10, 2004, 13:49]
Nokia admits multiple Bluetooth security holes
Talkback Unfortunately, the only way to 'fix' this bug is to disable the Bluetooth on the phone. Setting the phone to non-discoverable does not help, as tools such as @stake's Redfang or Shmoo Group's Bluesniff can still find the phone.
[February 10, 2004, 13:11]
Nokia releases 'invisible' Bluetooth security fix
Talkback We understand your concern about the recently announced security issue with Bluetooth enabled devices. We understand your concern about the recently announced security issue with Nokia devices that use Bluetooth technology.
[July 28, 2004, 4:37]
Symantec warns users over Bluetooth security
News With Bluetooth fast becoming a commonplace feature on mobile devices, users need to be aware of vulnerabilities and learn how to protect themselves from security threats. A study by research firm InsightExpress revealed that 73 percent of mobile...
[September 21, 2007, 9:52]
