I recently connected my bootable Windows USB to a computer that I suspect was infected with malware. It was only plugged in for about two minutes, just on the sign-in screen. I'm worried about the risk of the USB getting infected during that brief time. How likely is that to happen?
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It's probably fine since it was only plugged in for a short time, but there's always a small chance the malware might have spread. I'd recommend recreating the USB just to be safe.
Modern security systems make it tough for malware to spread like that. It would require some pretty advanced exploits. But if you're worried, just run a quick antivirus check on the USB.
It's unlikely that the malware could jump to your USB that easily. It would need to specifically target USB drives to do so. If you can, scan the USB with an antivirus just to be cautious.
You can scan your USB drive with antivirus software for peace of mind. While it’s not a guarantee, it should help detect any potential issues.
It is possible for malware to infect hardware or firmware through USB connections, but since you were only there for a short period, chance is low. Just keep an eye on it.
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