Hackable?

Dead Drops

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Jul 16, 2019
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ANECDOTE

Bo Chow's USB Scheme

  • Cybercriminal "Bo Chow" profited from distributing malware-laden USB keys.
  • He targeted hotels and convention centers to steal business data and resell it.
ANECDOTE

El Paquete: The Cuban Internet

  • In Cuba, "El Paquete," a terabyte of data, is distributed weekly via USB drives.
  • This offline network shares movies, shows, and even apps, bypassing internet restrictions.
ADVICE

USB Key Dangers

  • Be wary of USB keys, as they pose a significant security risk.
  • "Rubber ducky" attacks can inject malicious code, granting hackers computer access.
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