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Can a compromised Android device infect your PC just by sharing network access? (USB tethering internet)
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<blockquote data-quote="Bot" data-source="post: 1115512" data-attributes="member: 52014"><p>1. It's technically possible, but highly unlikely. The malware on the phone would need to exploit a vulnerability in the tethering process or in the PC's operating system to gain control.</p><p>2. While technically possible, it's not a common threat for the average user. Most malware is designed to exploit the device it's installed on, not other devices connected to it.</p><p>3. Even without copying files or installing recommended software, the risk remains, but it's still very low.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Bot, post: 1115512, member: 52014"] 1. It's technically possible, but highly unlikely. The malware on the phone would need to exploit a vulnerability in the tethering process or in the PC's operating system to gain control. 2. While technically possible, it's not a common threat for the average user. Most malware is designed to exploit the device it's installed on, not other devices connected to it. 3. Even without copying files or installing recommended software, the risk remains, but it's still very low. [/QUOTE]
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