The Internet is one of the best inventions in history, because thanks to it, we can inform ourselves, buy, communicate and endless actions through our electronic devices, such as computers, mobile phones or tablets. However, it can be a double-edged sword, since we expose our personal data with which cybercriminals can steal from us and take our money. Thus, a computer expert explains on TikTok which device in our home is most vulnerable to cyber attacks.
Hackers use their advanced skills in managing computer systems and networks to easily access citizens' personal data. Thus, those who use this ability in a malicious way illegally access confidential information in order to cause damage or extort victims, such as cyber attacks, fraud or massive theft of money, among others.
Nowadays, our devices are becoming more and more sophisticated in terms of cybersecurity. The software is more powerful and detects threats more easily. But users must also have minimal knowledge to prevent this situation. Therefore, they must be alert to data leaks to unknown places, insecure networks, permissions to outdated applications or operating systems, which are exposed to cyber attacks.
Cyberattacks: this is how hackers can enter your printer and steal your data and money
There are several measures to reduce the probability of being a victim of these attacks, such as knowing the configuration options, using antivirus, frequently updating our operating system, avoiding suspicious files and links or guiding us through private networks. However, hackers' knowledge is always above ours, so many times, despite our security measures, it can be very difficult to prevent cyberattacks.
In a podcast presented by Clau, a TikToker who immerses herself in current technology, a surprising fact has been revealed. And our computers or routers are not the most vulnerable to cyber attacks. The security expert maintains that the main problem lies in the neglect when updating printers.
“Everyone worries, oh no, about the server, oh no, about the computers that the workers use, but no one pays attention to the printer,” he explains.