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Wi-Fi controlled hacking USB cable stealthily packs in a microcontroller, microSD storage, and more — cable executes remote payload execution, keystroke injection, and more, but is 'built for makers, developers, enthusiasts, and cybersecurity learners'

Mark Tyson · 2026-05-23 · via Latest from Tom's Hardware in News

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