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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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[–] ImplyingImplications@lemmy.ca 10 points 7 months ago (1 children)

Also wasn't the kia stuff really easy to do and needed like no special tools?

KIA/Hyundai removed immobilizers from their US models because US regulations didn't require them so they didn't do it to save money.

Immobilizers check that the ignition was turned by the car's key. Without it, anything that turned the ignition would start the car. The ignition also isn't a keyhole. It's just a rectangular hole. So any object that fit in that hole could start a KIA/Hyundai

[–] Wizard_Pope@lemmy.world 4 points 7 months ago (1 children)

So I was right with it being easy and needing no special tools.

[–] otter@lemmy.dbzer0.com 0 points 7 months ago

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