Hackers Hijack US Radio: Offensive Tones and Emergency Alerts Add New Twists to the Airwaves
Hackers are turning US radio stations into their personal prank shows. The FCC warns that Barix devices are being hijacked to air bogus emergency alerts and offensive content. Stations, especially in Texas and Virginia, are urged to beef up security to prevent these unwanted guest DJs from taking over the airwaves.
Hot Take:
Looks like the FCC just tuned into the wrong station! Hackers are turning radio waves into their personal playground, and it’s not exactly family-friendly programming. Time for broadcasters to change the channel before the next “emergency alert” tells us the aliens have landed, or worse, plays a Justin Bieber marathon!
Key Points:
- Hackers hijacked US radio equipment to air fake emergency tones and offensive content.
- The attacks targeted Barix network audio devices, redirecting them to hacker-controlled streams.
- The FCC linked the breaches to unsecured equipment, allowing unauthorized access.
- Stations in Texas and Virginia were notably affected, with listeners alerting stations to the issues.
- The FCC issued recommendations to improve security, emphasizing the need for regular maintenance and monitoring.
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