ALERT! UPnP vulnerability leaves millions of devices exposed to attack

del.icio.us Tags: network,security,UPnP

WARNING! This is not a joke, or a scam, people. Please inform your friends, and family.

Here's how to check and see if you are safe:

Step 1) Go to www.grc.com

Step 2) click on Services in the menu, and select ShieldsUP!

Step 3) on the next page click the "Proceed" button

Step 4) Click on the "GRC's Instant UPnP Exposure Test" button

Step 5) Depending on the result, you will be instructed if any further steps need to be taken. (I was safe) All of you should do this A.S.A.P.

ALERT!    

http://www.klocwork.com/blog/embedded-software/universal-plug-and-play-vulnerabilities-leave-millions-of-devices-exposed/

https://protect.iu.edu/blog/2013/02/08/upnp-vulnerabilities-network-devices

http://www.symantec.com/connect/articles/microsoft-upnp-universal-plug-and-play-vulnerability