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Flipper Zero ‘DarkWeb’ Firmware Bypasses Rolling Code Security on Major Vehicle Brands (cybersecuritynews.com)
submitted 7 months ago by lemmydev2@infosec.pub to c/pulse_of_truth@infosec.pub
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A new and custom firmware for the popular Flipper Zero multi-tool device is reportedly capable of bypassing the rolling code security systems used in most modern vehicles, potentially putting millions of cars at risk of theft. Demonstrations by the YouTube channel “Talking Sasquach” reveal that the firmware, said to be circulating on the dark web, […] The post Flipper Zero ‘DarkWeb’ Firmware Bypasses Rolling Code Security on Major Vehicle Brands appeared first on Cyber Security News.

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[–] 50MYT@lemmy.world 17 points 7 months ago (1 children)

The new firmware expands the band range of the device.

By default it's limited to prevent this.

[–] ArcaneSlime@lemmy.dbzer0.com 3 points 7 months ago (1 children)

So do unleashed, momentum, etc. Only the OFW locks regions. But momentum and unleashed still struggle with rolling codes (though have more functionality with it than OFW).