Tag Archives: Security

Security & Defense Solutions presented for the first time at Eurosatory 2022 by Freemindtronic an Andorran company. We design and manufacture HSM security NFC devices.

Balance scale showing the balance between privacy and law enforcement in EU regulation of end-to-end encrypted messaging.

End-to-End Messaging Encryption Regulation – A European Issue

Regulation of Secure Communication in the EU The European Union is considering measures to regulate secure messaging practices. This technology ensures that only the sender and recipient can read the messages. However, some EU member states are questioning its impact on law enforcement capabilities Control of Secure Messaging and Fragmentation If the EU adopts these […]

Illustration of an Apple MacBook with a highlighted M-series chip vulnerability, surrounded by symbols of data security breach and a global impact background.

Apple M chip vulnerability: A Breach in Data Security

Apple M chip vulnerability: uncovering a breach in data security Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s (MIT) Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) have unveiled a critical hardware flaw within Apple’s M-series chips, dubbed the “Apple M chip vulnerability,” marking a significant breach in data security. This vulnerability, referred to as ‘GoFetch,’ highlights […]

ECHR landmark ruling in favor of encrypted messaging, featuring EviCypher NFC HSM technology by Freemindtronic.

Encrypted messaging: ECHR says no to states that want to spy on them

Encrypted messaging: ECHR says no to states that want to spy on them The historic judgment of the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) elevates encrypted messaging to the rank of guardian of privacy and freedom of expression. But this also poses security and public order problems. On February 13, 2024, she spoke out in […]

Digital shield by Freemindtronic repelling cyberattack against Microsoft Exchange

How the attack against Microsoft Exchange on December 13, 2023 exposed thousands of email accounts

How the attack against Microsoft Exchange on December 13, 2023 exposed thousands of email accounts On December 13, 2023, Microsoft was the target of a sophisticated attack by a hacker group called Lapsus$. This attack exploited another vulnerability in Microsoft Exchange, known as CVE-2023-23415, which allowed the attackers to execute remote code on the email […]

SSH handshake with Terrapin attack and EviKey NFC HSM

Terrapin attack: How to Protect Yourself from this New Threat to SSH Security

Protect Yourself from the Terrapin Attack: Shield Your SSH Security with Proven Strategies SSH is a widely used protocol for secure communication over the internet. It allows you to remotely access and control servers, transfer files, and encrypt data. However, SSH is not immune to attacks, and a recent vulnerability OpenSSH before 9.6 (CVE-2023-48795) has exposed […]

Telegram and the information war in Ukraine

Telegram and the Information War in Ukraine

How Telegram Influences the Conflict between Russia and Ukraine Telegram and the information war in Ukraine are closely related. Telegram is a messaging app that offers users a secure and confidential way to communicate, thanks to its end-to-end encryption system. It has a large user base around the world, especially in Eastern Europe, where it […]

New EU Data Protection Regulation 2023/2854: What you need to know

New EU Data Protection Regulation 2023/2854: What you need to know

What you need to know about the new EU data protection regulation (2023/2854) Personal data is a valuable asset in the digital age, but also a vulnerable asset. This is why the European Union has adopted a new regulation to protect the personal data of individuals in the EU. Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2023/2854 supplements […]

LitterDrifter A USB Worm for Cyberespionage

LitterDrifter: A USB Worm for Cyberespionage

LitterDrifter: A USB Worm for Cyberespionage and Its Threats to Data Security LitterDrifter is a computer worm that spreads through USB drives and is utilized by a Russian cyber espionage group known as Gamaredon. This group, active since at least 2013, primarily targets Ukraine but has also infected systems in other countries. LitterDrifter enables Gamaredon […]

TETRA Security Vulnerabilities secured by EviPass or EviCypher NFC HSM Technologies from Freemindtronic-Andorra

TETRA Security Vulnerabilities: How to Protect Critical Infrastructures

TETRA Security Vulnerabilities: How to Protect Critical Infrastructures from Cyberattacks TETRA (Terrestrial Trunked Radio) is a radio technology that is used worldwide for critical communications and data, especially in the sectors of security, energy, transport and defense. But this technology, which has been kept secret for more than 25 years, hides serious security vulnerabilities, including […]

FormBook Malware: how to protect your gmail and other data

FormBook Malware: How to Protect Your Gmail and Other Data

How to Protect Your Gmail Account from FormBook Malware Introduction Imagine that you receive an email from your bank, asking you to confirm your identity by clicking on a link. You open the link, and you find yourself on a page that looks like your bank’s website, but it is actually a fake. You enter […]