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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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[–] otter@lemmy.dbzer0.com 3 points 7 months ago

To be fair, a Club's only effective against thieves who've not encountered one before. A pair of handheld bolt cutters go right through most steering wheels and leave the latter completely functional afterwards, too. In that instance, the Club's barely added 20 seconds to the theft.