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How suppliers of everyday devices make you vulnerable to cyber attack – and what to do about it

  • Written by Richard Matthews, PhD Candidate, University of Adelaide
How suppliers of everyday devices make you vulnerable to cyber attack – and what to do about itNormal IT security practices might not protect you from malicious attacks that enter your system through everyday devices, such as USB keys. Shutterstock

If you run a business, you’re probably concerned about IT security. Maybe you invest in antivirus software, firewalls and regular system updates.

Unfortunately, these measures might not...