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Hacking Sniper Rifles – Daily Security Byte EP.120

July 31, 2015 By Corey Nachreiner

When I started in information security, I’d never have guessed hackers would be able to cause sniper rifles to shoot off target. However, the latest research has made that idea a reality. See today’s video to learn about this interesting new hack, and why it should make you aware of the dangers of the “Internet of Thing”.

(Episode Runtime: 1:50)

Direct YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKN5fvxj9ZQ

EPISODE REFERENCES:

  • Researchers hack a sniper rifle, and cause it to miss targets – Wired

— Corey Nachreiner, CISSP (@SecAdept)

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