Connectivity could make digital cameras vulnerable to ransomware

Modern digital cameras with wireless and USB capabilities could be vulnerable to ransomware and malware attacks, enabling attackers to hold precious photos and videos to ransom. Check Point Research reveals that the standardized protocol known as Picture Transfer Protocol (PTP) used to transfer digital images from camera to PC has critical vulnerabilities. Although initially focused on image transfer, the PTP has evolved to include dozens of different commands that support anything from taking a live picture to upgrading the camera's firmware. Check Point used Canon's EOS 80D DSLR camera which supports both USB and WiFi and found PTP vulnerable to… [Continue Reading]