SinoTrack GPS Devices: Major Security Flaw Lets Hackers Take the Wheel!
SinoTrack GPS devices have two security flaws that let hackers play peek-a-boo with your car’s location and control remote functions. The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency says these vulnerabilities could lead to unauthorized access. So, unless you want your car to become a hacker’s new toy, change that default password pronto!
Hot Take:
SinoTrack just gave hackers the keys to the car, and all they needed was a little sticky note! If your GPS device is a SinoTrack, you might want to consider going old-school with a good old-fashioned map and compass. It’s time to track yourself before you wreck yourself!
Key Points:
- SinoTrack GPS devices are vulnerable to two significant security flaws that can be exploited to control vehicles and track locations.
- The vulnerabilities are due to weak authentication involving default passwords and easily accessible identifiers.
- No fixes are currently available, but users are advised to change passwords and hide identifiers.
- Attackers can retrieve device identifiers with physical access or by exploiting publicly available online resources.
- CISA warns that these vulnerabilities could allow remote control and sensitive data theft from connected vehicles.
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