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

Yes. All you needed was something to use as a pry bar to remove the steering column cover and a USB connector to turn there ignition, which most people have in their cars anyway. There are videos on how to do it and it can be done by a teenager in seconds with no special tools. This requires a slight investment which means it probably won't become a fad for troubled teens.

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

You seem to be operating under the delusion that car theft is the domain of "troubled teens", gramps. 🤦🏼‍♂️

[–] markovs_gun@lemmy.world -1 points 7 months ago

Well the kia theft in particular was. It was basically a fad among teens in some places to steal kias and go on joyrides in them. The Wikipedia article describes it as a tik tok fad but really it was more localized to specific cities so I would think peer pressure played a big role. Idk how to describe teens who are out there doing shit like this other than "troubled." All the videos I saw looked like they were wannabe gangsters or already in gangs but that wasn't all of them so I didn't know the best way to describe it.