In July this year, in-depth research into cybercrime and online threats revealed that in 2018, ransomware-type attacks caused $8 billion in damages. It is believed that ransomware attacks will grow to cost $20 billion in 2021.
To put the upcoming risk in a real-life scenario, the IT security researchers at Check Point have detailed a set of vulnerabilities in Canon DSLR camera which if exploited can infect DSLR cameras with ransomware.
In a ransomware attack, attackers can not only take over the targeted device but also lock your files and demand ransom money. For instance, the infamous WannaCry ransomware attack on the NHS’s computer system in the United Kingdom.
In a blog post published by Check Point, researchers have demonstrated how malicious hackers can remotely infect Canon DSLR camera with malware and lockout user from accessing their personal data including private photos and video files which can be a highly lucrative target for cybercriminals.
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According to Check Point’s researcher Eyal Itkin, since the use of Internet-connected devices is surging, companies including digital camera manufacturers like Conan have introduced DSLR models capable of establishing a connection with
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