The ‘Sophisticated’ Bug OpenAI Found in Its Conference Room Can Be Yours for $13.99
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When a $13.99 dev board can double as a ‘sophisticated’ bug, the bar for physical security around high-value IP is effectively zero. If you run sensitive meetings, assume commodity hardware can be weaponized and tighten room access, device policies, and sweep cadence accordingly.
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