Monday, March 14, 2011

Back-seat Drivers, but maybe from Someone else's back seat


Cars have historically been wolds behind consumer electronics in their level of technology. This is typically due to the heavy demands placed on components for the automotive industry. Processors that can handle 250 degrees, class 1 failure system, and other various requirements have held them back. But recently there has been huge growth in this area especially fueled by needs for hands-free mobile phone use and upgraded systems like GM's on-star. With these have come Bluetooth and cellular connectivity and thus a port to be able to connect wireless. And now, a way for hackers to gain access. This article shows the reports of UCSD and University of Washington on how they were able to wireless hack a car taking control of the engine, brakes, door locks, etc. Its an interesting thought especially while everything seems to be heading this way.

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