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USB Dongle Malware Claims Debunked: Just Outdated Tech
1/20/2025
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- A recent video sparked fears that USB-to-Ethernet dongles were harboring malware from China and Russia for espionage. However, researcher lcamtuf debunked these claims, revealing that the extra SPI Flash chip merely serves to create a virtual CD drive for driver installation, showcasing outdated technology rather than any sinister motives.
