Windows 10: Chromecast users - possible security leak

Discus and support Chromecast users - possible security leak in AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security to solve the problem; Hi there. while I love the chromecast thingy there's a possible security leak - especially if you don't use the new Ethernet connector. The... Discussion in 'AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security' started by jimbo45, Feb 28, 2016.

  1. JIMBO45
    jimbo45 Win User

    Chromecast users - possible security leak


    Hi there.

    while I love the chromecast thingy there's a possible security leak - especially if you don't use the new Ethernet connector. The Chromecast will present itself in a WIFI broadcast map allowing possibly an unauthorized user to logon to your WIFI network.

    The danger only exists if you have to restart the device or while you are setting it up but beware and ensure your Router has all the logs enabled etc.

    Chromecast for the price is a really good device but do check the security implications.

    Cheers
    jimbo

    :)
     
    jimbo45, Feb 28, 2016
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  2. GIMMY77
    Gimmy77 Win User

    How do I get my Chromecast device working with Edge ?

    Probably this Windows user ask why this interface NOT work anymore using EDGE... probably this user, Windows user and EDGE user ASK how to use Chromecast on EDGE... and IF this is NOT POSSIBLE, please write EDGE IS NOT COMPATIBLE TO CHROMECAST DEVICE. Simple
    and professional.
     
    Gimmy77, Feb 28, 2016
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  3. JRMOLINA
    JRMolina Win User
    System Analyzer

    I was running a system analyzer using Webroot Security Complete on OS Windows 10, I got the following message;

    An active process has a possible handle leak. (wrsa.exe)

    Question is , what does it mean?
     
    JRMolina, Feb 28, 2016
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  4. SNOOPY51
    snoopy51 Win User

    Chromecast users - possible security leak

    Jimbo, Thanks for information.
    This is just what I need. My friend just bought a Chromecast. We will get together in two to three weeks to test this out!
     
    snoopy51, Feb 29, 2016
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