# Hacker tech tools: What they do and how to stay safe

DevFeed: [Hacker tech tools: What they do and how to stay safe](<https://devfeed.tech/articles/hacker-tech-tools-what-they-do-and-how-to-stay-safe-61774.md>)

Original publisher: [Read original article](<https://proton.me/blog/hacker-tech-tools>)

Author: Proton Team

Published: 2026-09-29T17:39:06.539044Z

Content type: article

Language: en

Sources: [The Proton Blog](<https://devfeed.tech/sources/the-proton-blog.md>)

Topics: [Endpoint Security & XDR](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/endpoint-security-xdr.md>), [malware protection](<https://devfeed.tech/topics/malware-protection.md>)

Tags: [cybersecurity](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/cybersecurity.md>), [hdmi](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/hdmi.md>), [information-security](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/information-security.md>), [security](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/security.md>), [usb](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/usb.md>), [videos](<https://devfeed.tech/tags/videos.md>)

## AI overview

The article describes hardware-based attack tools, including modified USB cables, devices that imitate keyboards, and fake Wi-Fi networks. It explains the security risks they pose and recommends practical ways to reduce exposure.

## Source excerpt

Learn how hacker tools such as malicious USB cables, keyloggers, and RFID readers can target systems and what you can do to stay safe.