[Elecraft] Elecraft K4 Ethernet Vulnerability

[gordon young]

Ladies and gentlemen,

Perhaps this is old news to some however I thought it worth asking before my radio arrives.  Given the K4 now has direct Ethernet connectivity, how vulnerable is it to malware, bugs, worms and bad internet stuff in general?  

What is recommended for the radio itself besides protecting the associated computer?  For example, should a VPN be used or is the risk considered low enough to disregard?  

Thanks in advance

Gord
VE1GVY 
K4 wannabee 

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