Two million cars with dealer-installed anti-theft systems are exposed via Bluetooth

Researchers at the University of California, San Diego, have discovered that at least 2.2 million cars with dealer-installed anti-theft systems are vulnerable to a Bluetooth attack. An attacker could lock or unlock the doors and even immobilize the engine remotely. The news is important because it highlights the risks of aftermarket systems and telematic integrations that do not receive the same level of scrutiny as factory systems. In the automotive world, a single flaw in the wireless channel can turn into theft, sabotage, or vehicle immobilization. The case also shows how physical and digital security are now inseparable.

Source: Tech Xplore — Security News