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This devious cyberattack uses smartwatches to pinch data from air-gapped systems
- Academic researchers have found a way to steal data from airgapped systems using smartwatches.
- The method involves malware on the target computer and a compromised smartwatch.
- The attack is challenging but allows extraction of sensitive data like login credentials and encryption keys.
- Airgapped computers are isolated from the internet for security purposes.
- The method, named 'SmartAttack', requires physical access to the target system or an insider to plant the malware.
- Malware gathers data and uses computer speakers to emit inaudible ultrasonic sounds containing stolen data.
- Smartwatches equipped with a special app intercept the sounds to transmit the stolen information.
- The watch must be within 6-9 meters from the speakers for successful data transmission.
- Preventing SmartAttacks can involve prohibiting smartwatches, removing computer speakers, or using sound jammers.
- Ways to protect against air-gap malware attacks include various security measures.
- European government systems have also faced malware attacks exploiting air-gapped environments.
- Guides on authenticator apps and password managers are available for enhanced security measures.
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