Computer Security: Kids at the keyboard
Last weekend, while the sun was shining brightly, nature was flourishing in all its colours, flavours and scents and hundreds of birds were chirping their favourite tunes, I decided to go for a stroll with my dog. A nice two-hour walk in the vineyards around CERN, hiking up the Jura, enjoying the view and returning […]
Last weekend, while enjoying a leisurely walk around CERN, the reporter left their children alone in the house. Unsupervised, the younger son discovered the unlocked smartphone and computer. Despite the lack of knowledge, he managed to navigate the devices, opening files, altering their contents, and deleting essential documents.
The reporter, fortunately, was not connected to the university's network during this incident. The situation could have led to severe consequences, including data destruction or even groundbreaking scientific findings. The article emphasizes the importance of supervision, especially when it comes to children and technology. It strongly advises locking devices with a password or biometric security to prevent unauthorized access and potential damage.
The report concludes by encouraging readers to learn more about computer security incidents and issues at CERN.
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