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Earlier this week, an exploit surfaced by way of Lookout Mobile Security that would allow Google Glass to be controlled by a hacker using malicious QR codes. This was quickly – and quietly – patched, but another threat remains, one that extends beyond Glass and could facilitate data theft: a WiFi-based vulnerability that utilizes a man-in-the-middle attack to get the device to connect to a malicious wireless network.

This information comes from Symantec, who refers to a device called a Wi-Fi Pineapple, which functions by impersonating a wireless network that a device – such as Glass – has already connected to in the past. It does this by using the network’s SSID. So, for example, if Glass had previously connected to a network called My Awesome WiFI, the device could impersonate that SSID while instead broadcasting a malicious network.

This takes advantage of a feature that most devices have, whereby they remember a network they have previously connected to and stay on the outlook for it. The result of this is convenient – the device will automatically connect to a recognized network, removing the hassle. It is also where the vulnerability lies, and users should be aware of it, says Symantec.

Of course, this problem could affect any device that does this, but Glass is said to make avoiding this problem more difficult due to the way its interface works, sans any input devices like a keyboard. Glass will find a network it recognizes and connect to it, and the user may never notice anything off about it.

Although the problem is known, figuring out a solution that works to avoid this kind of potential attack is more complicated, with Symantec saying that things like utilizing MAC addresses are still vulnerable. For now, users are advised that the “practicable solution” is to act like any network can be malicious, and to either utilize encryption or a VPN.

SOURCE: Tech Hive

Google Glass vulnerable to malicious wireless networks, says Symantec is written by Brittany Hillen & originally posted on SlashGear.
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There is nothing better than relaxing with a good film in the comfort of your own home. It doesn’t matter if you’re an action fanatic or rom com lover, as long you have a good quality cinema setup that’s all that matters. Having a good setup can seriously transform your viewing experience. Below is some advice that will put you well on your way to home cinema heaven.

If someone was to ask you what is the most important part of a home cinema setup? The chances are you would probably say the TV, but you would be wrong. The most important part of the home cinema setup is the seating. You can have the best TV in the world but watching it sat on a cardboard box wouldn’t be very enjoyable. It is therefore important to get some comfy seating to keep you cozy on those stay at home film days. It doesn’t matter if it’s a lazy boy with a fridge built in or a leather sofa, as long as its comfy and its works for you that’s all that matters.

To be far it wouldn’t be much of a home cinema system without a TV. Selecting a TV these days can be a bit of a tricky task with so many different options available. Some people may argue that size doesn’t matter, but it does, especially when choosing your TV. You are creating a home cinema system therefore the bigger the better. With the major advances in technology, TV’s are way more advanced and allow you to do more with them. This means you could have a TV with features such as internet access, 3D capability and social media integration. To be honest your TV choice all comes down to your personal requirements. It would be recommended to shop around and read as many reviews as possible to make sure what you are buying is quality.

TV’s do come with great sound quality these days, but a home cinema system would be the same without a good quality sound system. Having good surround sound will make you feel like you are in a real cinema. It helps to heighten the viewing experience and it can even make you feel as though you are in the film itself. It is always best to place the speakers around the room in order to get the full benefit of their capability. One great tip that people often miss is by using an AV amplifier & receivers available at Superfi. This is like the brains of your sound system and is responsible for delivering surround sound to the speakers. This really is a must have to complete your home cinema sound system.

A home cinema set up wouldn’t be complete without additional extras. This can come in many different forms such as games consoles, headphones, and IPod docks available at Superfi. Also you are going to need a good quality stand to hold all this valuable equipment. Don’t just settle on a cheap stand, you want a good quality one that can house multiple pieces of equipment. Having a good home cinema set up can really transform your viewing experience. Why pay to go to the cinema when you have the world’s greatest one in your very own home.

You might say the day is never really done in consumer technology news. Your workday, however, hopefully draws to a close at some point. This is the Daily Roundup on Engadget, a quick peek back at the top headlines for the past 24 hours — all handpicked by the editors here at the site. Click on through the break, and enjoy.

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