Researchers show standard fiber‑optic internet cables can be covertly turned into remote microphones—capturing speech and activity by sensing tiny vibrations. 🔊🧪 Threats target FTTH, dark fiber, and junction boxes; study presented at NDSS 2026. 🔍 #Cybersecurity #NDSS2026 #FiberOptic https://cyberinsider.com/standard-fiber-optic-cables-can-be-turned-into-remote-microphones/
Standard fiber optic cables can be turned into remote microphones

Researchers have demonstrated that standard fiber-optic internet cables can be covertly repurposed into highly sensitive listening devices.

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