When’s the last time you updated your operating system for security fixes? Likely several times within the past few months, at least we hope so. But what about your wireless keyboard or mouse?

A three year old proof of concept hack still poses a threat to Logitech wireless peripherals in a new form. (source: The Verge)

Within the past week it was discovered these devices are vulnerable to a series of new attacks, allowing someone to take remote control of the computer. The saving grace here is that you would need to re-initiate the pairing process, and inside of that small amount of time they can grab control.

It’s not just Logitech devices that are affected - the original vulnerability from 2016 can grab control of keyboards and mice from other manufactures as well from HP, Lenovo, Dell and Microsoft. Devices utilizing the same hardware in the dongle are at risk.

Logitech has provided a support page containing links to update software to address the vulnerability.

As security is one of Red Clover Technologies’ primary concerns, we strongly encourage anyone with these devices to update the firmware on them as soon as possible. If you have questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us, and we’d be happy to help.