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Can Your PC Get A Virus From Plugging Something Into The USB Port?

Can Your PC Get A Virus From Plugging Something Into The USB Port?

USB ports are a common entry point for malware, with infected devices including storage devices and accessories. Such attacks can install malware, deploy ransomware, or physically damage a system. Users can protect themselves by only using trusted devices, keeping systems updated, disabling autorun features, and viewing unfamiliar devices on an air-gapped (offline) system or in a virtual machine.

Source: www.slashgear.com –

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