Tech Risks: Why Backdoor Attacks are a Growing Concern for Disabled Users

An illustration highlighting cybersecurity and VPN usage for mobile protection. Key Elements: A man in a wheelchair is using a smartphone. A large smartphone screen beside him displays a VPN shield icon with a checkmark and Android logo. Symbols around them include a password field, lock icons, warning signs, a hacker in a hoodie peeking from a window, a bug icon, and a Wi-Fi symbol. The visual style is flat and illustrative, using shades of blue and orange. Contextual Information: The image emphasizes digital safety, suggesting that using a VPN can help protect against threats like malware, weak passwords, and hackers—highlighting accessibility and inclusion in cybersecurity.  Cyberattacks are increasing all the time and disabled people can be vulnerable to backdoor attacks. They often rely on assistive technologies and attackers can exploit weak points in the technology. A backdoor attack can have serious repercussions for disabled people.   What are backdoor attacks? In a backdoor attack, the attacker uses a weak …

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