Subaru’s Starlink Security Blunder: License Plates Turned Hackers’ Delight!
Subaru’s Starlink service had a security flaw allowing hackers to track and control vehicles using just a license plate. Researchers found that with minimal information, anyone could remotely access vehicles, retrieve personal data, and more. Fortunately, Subaru patched the vulnerability within 24 hours. The lesson here? Always keep your car’s secrets under the hood.
Hot Take:
When your car goes from “vroom vroom” to “who’s driving this broom?” – Subaru’s Starlink service flaw is the ultimate uninvited road trip guest.
Key Points:
- A vulnerability in Subaru’s Starlink service allowed hackers to hijack vehicles using only a license plate.
- The flaw could expose personal information and vehicle history, all from the comfort of a hacker’s lair.
- Researchers Sam Curry and Shubham Shah discovered the flaw and promptly reported it.
- The vulnerability was patched by Subaru within 24 hours, preventing any known exploitation.
- Similar vulnerabilities found in other car services hint at an industry-wide issue.
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