Hackers Can Spy on Your HDMI Cable: Should You Be Worried?
Hackers can now use AI to spy on your screen by capturing electromagnetic radiation from your HDMI cable. Researchers in Uruguay found a way to intercept and decode these signals, revealing sensitive data. But don’t panic just yet—this mainly affects high-security environments, not your Netflix binge.
Hot Take:
Just when you thought hackers couldn’t get any sneakier, they’re now playing secret agent with your HDMI cable! Who knew your home office needed a Faraday cage?
Key Points:
- Researchers at the University of the Republic of Uruguay found that hackers can intercept electromagnetic radiation from HDMI cables.
- An AI model can reconstruct the intercepted signals to reveal sensitive information.
- The method has a 70% accuracy, much better than previous techniques.
- The attacks primarily target government and industrial settings.
- For the average user, this isn’t a significant threat—yet.
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