Tag: vehicle security
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Researchers Expose Car Brands' Admin Console Flaw
Security researchers just uncovered a shocking vulnerability in two car brands' admin consoles, allowing them to remotely unlock and start a test car by exploiting a ridiculously simple flaw: a default password that hadn't been changed. This startling discovery highlights the importance of updating even the most basic security measures.
Researchers Expose Flaws in Automakers' Android Apps, Unlock Cars Remotely
Security researchers have uncovered alarming vulnerabilities in popular Android apps used by automakers, allowing them to remotely unlock cars, blast horns, and even start engines in multiple countries. The weaknesses were traced back to flaws in the widely-used ForgeRock identity platform.
Researchers Hack Automakers via Default Admin Password
Researchers uncovered a shocking vulnerability in major automakers' systems, exposing a simple yet devastating flaw: a default admin password that left customers' vehicles susceptible to hacking. This gaping security hole allowed hackers to unlock and start cars with just a few lines of code.
Rival's IP Address Linked to Hack Attempt on Auto Tech Startup
A brazen hack attempt hit auto tech startup IQ.Lvbs, with a rival's IP address linked to repeated tries to steal sensitive data, including its NovaSpark model and private driving files, over a span of just 7 days. The startup swiftly sprang into action, revealing the intrusion and sharing log data to shed light on the incident.
Researchers Expose Flaw in Widely Used Car Anti-Theft Device
Millions of cars on the road are vulnerable to theft due to a security flaw in the popular KARR Security System, an aftermarket car alarm installed in over 2 million vehicles across the US. A team of researchers at UC San Diego discovered that a hacker within Bluetooth range can send radio commands to a vehicle, putting drivers and their cars at risk.
US Marine Corps Bolsters Amphibious Vehicles with Active Protection Systems
The US Marine Corps is taking a major leap forward with its Amphibious Combat Vehicles (ACVs) by integrating Active Protection Systems, a game-changing upgrade that will significantly enhance their safety and effectiveness. This cutting-edge technology is just the beginning, with plans already underway to evolve and improve it even further.
Transportation Sector Grapples with Rising Cyber Risks from Connected Vehicles
As modern trucks transform into data centers on wheels, loaded with sensors and connectivity, they also become vulnerable to cyber threats - turning transportation into a pressing cybersecurity issue. With their expanding attack surfaces, the transportation sector is racing against time to tackle the fast-evolving risks of connected vehicles.