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PoC malware for remote hijacking of USB smart readers

posted onNovember 19, 2012
by l33tdawg

Researchers from malware.lu, a Luxembourg-based malware analysis and incident response team, have created proof-of-concept malware that allows attackers to gain access to and remotely control users' USB smart card readers.

Smart cards (chip cards) are used for various purposes, among which are also user identification and authentication. Spanish and Belgian citizens already have an eID card that is used for identification, authentication and for digital signing.

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