Google Home and Chromecast bug shows cyber criminals EXACTLY where you live
A bug in Google's Home and Chromecast gadgets could show cyber criminals where you live. The glitch allows hackers to access the exact location of your Wi-Fi router via a malicious link that could be sent to you via email or social media. It was found by security researcher Craig Young, who said the issue allows cyber criminals to find your address or make scam messages more convincing. These include fake calls from the IRS or demands for cash from hackers making phony claims that they have webcam footage of the victim watching pornography. Google said it plans to fix the security flaw, which leaks your location with an accuracy of up to a few feet, in an update next month.
Jun-19-2018, 12:25:10 GMT
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