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Microsoft recently patched a number of its product vulnerabilities, including ‘MouseJack’. It still appears to be affecting most businesses, however.
The flaw, which is responsible for hijacking wireless keyboards and mice, was found earlier this year by researchers for IT security firm Bastille. The 2016 MouseJack Security Vulnerability Survey Report found that over 80% of businesses are susceptible to it. More than 900 professionals from around the globe took part in the survey.
The survey showed that 82% of those who responded said that their firms allowed their staff to use wireless mice. More than one fifth (21%) said that they were unconcerned over the possibility of their mouse being hacked. Further, 79% of those who responded said that they would either replace or patch their mouse in the event that it contained the flaw. Added to that, 29% said that they would use a wired one instead.
Bastille CEO Chris Riley said:
“We continue to urge enterprises and individuals that utilise wireless mice to make sure their devices aren’t one of the vulnerable models and, if they are, to take the proper steps to prevent them from becoming a MouseJack victim.”
These statistics are concerning, with businesses seeming to take the flaw lightly. It only highlights the need to fill cyber security jobs with the kind of skill and knowledge that can make the company aware of any potential flaws and deal with any issues that might arise as a consequence.
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