USB Killer device can destroy a computer

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NAC4EV

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These have been around for a little while.

Powered from the USB port it's a device with capacitors, inverters and essentially a "coil" to step up the voltage. Bridge the gap between the power and data circuits and it will do real damage.

While the USB port and the circuits on the motherboard are fried, it is extremely unlikely that the hard disk will be damaged.


http://www.cbc.ca/news/technology/us...uter-1.3272864

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tynopik

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what's scary about it?

if you have physical access to a computer you can destroy it
 

Mayne

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So what is the purpose of this device? I know pyromaniacs like to burn houses/garages down...are there people out there that like to destroy other peoples computers?
 

Greenman

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So what is the purpose of this device? I know pyromaniacs like to burn houses/garages down...are there people out there that like to destroy other peoples computers?

Gag gifts for friends and coworkers. These things are a hoot at company Christmas parties.
 
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