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Malicious Cable Detector

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Product Features
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O.MG Malicious Cable Detector

  • World’s Only Detection Tool: Detects all known malicious USB cables, including the O.MG Cable
  • Side-Channel Power Analysis: Analyzes 200,000 times per second — detects implanted chips even when fully dormant
  • USB Data Blocker Functionality: Simultaneously provides safe charging while blocking data transmission
  • Simple to Use: Insert the cable into the detector, plug into a computer USB port, LED indicates result
  • Comprehensive Coverage: Covers all known malicious USB cable types currently on the market

Key Specifications
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SpecificationDetails
Detection MethodSide Channel Power Analysis
Detection Rate200,000 samples/sec
InterfaceUSB-A (to computer) + USB-A (cable under test)
Additional FeatureUSB Data Blocker (safe charging, data blocked)
IndicatorLED activity light

Application Scenarios
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  • Corporate security teams: intrusion detection and USB policy enforcement
  • Personal protection: verify charging cable safety before travel
  • Blue Team defense against O.MG Cable and other covert cable attacks
  • Security awareness training: demonstrate detectability of physical attacks
  • USB cable auditing in high-security environments (government agencies, financial institutions)

Official Documentation & Downloads
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ResourceLink
📖 Official DocumentationView Online
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