Amazon Kindle security flaw that could give attackers root access through malicious ebook

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Major Amazon Kindle security flaw discovered

An investigation by Check Point Research has found that a security vulnerability in Amazon's Kindle e-reader could have allowed attackers to take over devices using maliciously crafted e-books.

The cyber threat intelligence firm converted an ebook into malware that could lock users out of their devices and steal personal information, including billing details.
 
Makes total sense if you think that simpler IoT devices have already been vectors of attack into networks...
 
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