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Bluetooth Security Flaw Puts Billions at Risk

Bluetooth Security Flaws Puts Billions at Risk

A set of vulnerabilities present in "almost every" device with Bluetooth capabilities has been revealed by researchers at security firm Armis.

No Security Threat for Winter Olympics in South Korea

No Security Threat for Winter Olympics in South Korea

The International Olympic Committee has said there is "no hint" of a security threat for next year's Pyeongchang 2018 winter Olympics in South Korea.

Salt Lake Security Guards Injured After Scuffle

Salt Lake Security Guards Injured After Scuffle

Two Salt Lake City security guards were stabbed early Sunday in a scuffle with customers at a downtown night club, police said.

How Apples New iOS Could Give You Better Data Security

How Apple's New iOS Could Give You Better Data Security

The iOS 11 has been in beta testing for a few weeks now and many users are reporting a new discovered security feature that could boost a user's data security and make it harder for police to find information.

New York Police Department Communication System Hacked

New York Police Department Communication System Hacked

A recent incident in upstate New York has shown that even police departments aren't immune from hacking.

How Cellular Technology is Transforming Home Security and Alarm Panels

How Cellular Technology is Transforming Home Security and Alarm Panels

As traditional phone lines have declined in recent years, many of these new ecosystems are now being directly supported by cellular and IP networks that avoid publicly switched telephone network (PSTN) infrastructure.

Winter GDPR is Coming

Winter (GDPR) is Coming

You might have heard – winter is coming. And just like winter in Game of Thrones, GDPR is coming.

Equifax Cyberattack to Affect 143 Million Customers

Equifax Cyberattack to Affect 143 Million Customers

The Atlanta-based company announced the hack on Thursday, and said that intruders were able to access customers' Social Security numbers, addresses, names, birthdays, driver’s license numbers and more.



What Happens When Your Employees

What Happens When Your Employees' Equipment Is Left Unattended?

The Importance of Locking Down Multiple Devices in the Office

Security Industry Rallies to Help Harvey Victims

Security Industry Rallies to Help Harvey Victims

Manufacturer Rep Firm LRG inc and their vendor partners have started a pledge drive to directly assist electronic security personnel and their families that were severely affected by Hurricane Harvey.

SDC Launches $2,500 Door Package Giveaway

SDC has added a new, labor-saving function called DoorSnap to its free, award-winning SDCSecurity App.

Vegas Airport to Upgrade Security Features

Vegas Airport to Upgrade Security Features

A new, innovative screening process was unveiled, and the Transportation Security Administration, with the help of Clark County, just proposed a grant of more than $10 million for other security upgrades.

Private Security Outnumber Police Around the World

Private Security Outnumber Police Around the World

In at least half of the world’s countries, private security workers outnumber police officers. More than 40 countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom, have more guards privately hired to protect certain people, places and things than police officers whose duty it is to protect the public.

Vicon Expands A&E Services Team

Vicon announced the expansion of its A&E Services division, with the addition of David Busco, who will manage Vicon’s relationships with the A&E community throughout the eastern United States.

Join Mission 500 for the Security Softball Game

Help Mission 500 reach their fundraising goal of $75,000 at the third annual Security Softball Game.

3VR Hires Security Veteran Douglas Florence as Western Sales Director

Florence brings deep experience in security, surveillance, business continuity planning, and investigation operations in gaming, retail, and corporate security.

Vulnerabilities Revealed in AT&T Modems

Vulnerabilities Revealed in AT&T Modems

Gaping security holes have been discovered in most AT&T U-verse cable modems that would allow remote cyber criminals to access a household’s internet connection as well as any devices connected to it.

Eight Injured After Car Crashes into Crowd in Philadelphia

Eight Injured After Car Crashes into Crowd

The driver, whose SUV hopped the sidewalk, sending it straight into partygoers, will be charged with DUI.

High Assurance Credentialing

High Assurance Credentialing

Moving to higher ground within the commercial enterprise space.

Instagram Alerts High-Profile Users of Possible Hack

Instagram Alerts High-Profile Users of Possible Hack

The Facebook-owned social media company sent an email to high-profile users on Wednesday alerting them that a bug in its software may have allowed users’ account data to be accessed.

Venice Film Festival Increases Anti-Terror Security

Venice Film Festival Increases Anti-Terror Security

Extra security measures are being taken at this year’s Venice Film Festival following the recent deadly terror attack in Barcelona, Spain.

The IoT and Security: 3 Strategies Every Pro Must Know

The IoT and Security: 3 Strategies Every Pro Must Know

Law enforcement and security professionals can benefit from the IoT — and not just to watch people more closely. Follow these three steps to prepare for the IoT reality, protect your own vulnerabilities, and find creative solutions to your investigative problems.

In the Clouds

In the Clouds

Cloud solutions are changing the way businesses operate at almost every level. Their ease of implementation, access from anywhere and cost-effective pricing are making them the preferred solution for everything from marketing platforms to payroll administration to project management.

Blue Book for Success

Anixter has a Blue Book that serves as a corporate bible; Pat Comunale, president of Anixter’s global security solutions, believes in the book from the first page on, and it would seem the Blue Book is, as he notes, second to none.

Landing the Proper Security

Landing the Proper Security

Events in recent history concerning attacks on transportation hubs have increased the importance of safeguarding airports around the world and further highlighted the need for accurate, reliable and smart security systems to protect aviation assets.

Cash in Hand

Cash in Hand

If your bank, credit union or non-bank organization operates ATMs in remote locations, such as convenience stores or shopping malls, a bank heist that occurred in Japan last year probably caught your attention.

Why Your VMS Matters

As a security professional, how many times have you had to explain why a PTZ camera should always be paired with at least one fixed camera to provide constant “back-up” coverage of everywhere the PTZ is not looking?

Hacked Off

Hacked Off

While our industry is fairly good at anticipating and reacting to new physical security threats, we’ve been very slow to react to the clear and present danger from cybersecurity attacks.

Growing an Idea

I have a great job. I’ve met many wonderful people in the past 20 or so years, and when we started Dealer Strategies, it gave me the opportunity to go one on one with company CEOs and some of their staff.

Turn to New Profits

As a security integrator, you’re used to having a predictable revenue model selling security hardware and software to end users.

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    A few years ago, all we saw in the news was the ‘great resignation.’ Now we have another ‘great’ to deal with. According to CBRE, 2023 was the start of the ‘great return’ as office workers returned to their normal offices after working from home. The data shows that two-thirds of all U.S office buildings were more than 90% leased as of Q2 2023. Read Now

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    Panaseer recently released ControlWatch and the Continuous Controls Battle: Panaseer 2025 Security Leaders Report examining the cost of cybersecurity control failures and the impact of growing personal liability for security failings on security leaders. The report analyzes the findings of a survey of 400 security decision makers (SDMs) across the US and UK. It shows that security leaders feel under increasing pressure to provide assurances around cybersecurity, exposing them to greater personal risk – yet many lack the data and resources to accurately report and close cybersecurity gaps. Read Now

  • The Business Case for Video Analytics: Understanding the Real ROI

    For security professionals who may be hesitant to invest in video analytics, now's the time to reconsider. In a newly released Omdia report commissioned by BriefCam (now Milestone Systems), the research firm uncovered a compelling story: more than 85% of North American and European organizations that use video analytics achieve a return on investment within just one year. The study, which surveyed 140 end users across multiple industries, demonstrates that security technology is no longer just for security — it's a cross-organizational tool that delivers measurable business value far beyond traditional safety applications. Read Now

  • Survey: 54% of Organizations Cite Technical Debt as Top Hurdle to Identity System Modernization

    Modernizing identity systems is proving difficult for organizations due to two key challenges: decades of accumulated Identity and Access Management (IAM) technical debt and the complexity of managing access across multiple identity providers (IDPs). These findings come from the new Strata Identity-commissioned report, State of Multi-Cloud Identity: Insights and Trends for 2025. The report, based on survey data from the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA), highlights trends and challenges in securing cloud environments. The CSA is the world’s leading organization dedicated to defining standards, certifications, and best practices to help ensure a secure cloud computing environment. Read Now

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  • HD2055 Modular Barricade

    Delta Scientific’s electric HD2055 modular shallow foundation barricade is tested to ASTM M50/P1 with negative penetration from the vehicle upon impact. With a shallow foundation of only 24 inches, the HD2055 can be installed without worrying about buried power lines and other below grade obstructions. The modular make-up of the barrier also allows you to cover wider roadways by adding additional modules to the system. The HD2055 boasts an Emergency Fast Operation of 1.5 seconds giving the guard ample time to deploy under a high threat situation. 3

  • AC Nio

    AC Nio

    Aiphone, a leading international manufacturer of intercom, access control, and emergency communication products, has introduced the AC Nio, its access control management software, an important addition to its new line of access control solutions. 3

  • ResponderLink

    ResponderLink

    Shooter Detection Systems (SDS), an Alarm.com company and a global leader in gunshot detection solutions, has introduced ResponderLink, a groundbreaking new 911 notification service for gunshot events. ResponderLink completes the circle from detection to 911 notification to first responder awareness, giving law enforcement enhanced situational intelligence they urgently need to save lives. Integrating SDS’s proven gunshot detection system with Noonlight’s SendPolice platform, ResponderLink is the first solution to automatically deliver real-time gunshot detection data to 911 call centers and first responders. When shots are detected, the 911 dispatching center, also known as the Public Safety Answering Point or PSAP, is contacted based on the gunfire location, enabling faster initiation of life-saving emergency protocols. 3